Welcome to Performance Plus Tire, your premier destination for Nitto Tires since 1978. As a family-owned business with 47 years of tire expertise and over 100 years of combined team experience, we're proud to offer the complete Nitto lineup to enthusiasts nationwide. Whether you're shopping online for convenient nationwide shipping or visiting our world-famous Long Beach showroom with its $1.2 million inventory and over 5,000 wheels in stock, you'll find the perfect Nitto tire for your performance vehicle, truck, SUV, or specialty application.
Nitto Tire has earned its reputation as the enthusiast's choice by delivering innovative tire technology and unique sizes that no one else offers. From the aggressive Ridge Grappler and Trail Grappler for off-road dominance to the high-performance NT555 G2 for street performance, Nitto engineers tires with cutting-edge compounds and construction techniques that deliver exceptional grip, handling, and durability. At Performance Plus Tire, our tire specialists understand the technical nuances of each Nitto product line and can guide you to the ideal tire for your specific driving needs, whether that's conquering trails, dominating the drag strip, or showcasing your collector vehicle.
Nitto Tire, a subsidiary of the renowned Japanese Toyo Tire Corporation, has carved out a unique position in the tire market by focusing specifically on what enthusiasts want. Since entering the North American market, Nitto has consistently pushed boundaries with aggressive tread designs, innovative rubber compounds, and a willingness to produce specialty sizes that larger manufacturers overlook. This dedication to the enthusiast community has made Nitto a go-to brand for truck owners, off-road adventurers, performance car builders, and show vehicle enthusiasts.
What sets Nitto apart is their comprehensive understanding of different performance segments. Their off-road lineup, including the Ridge Grappler and Trail Grappler, combines aggressive styling with genuine capability—featuring reinforced sidewalls, deep tread patterns, and advanced siping for all-terrain traction. For street performance applications, the NT555 G2 and Invo deliver responsive handling, high-speed stability, and the grip needed for spirited driving. Nitto's truck and SUV-focused tires like the Recon Grappler and Nomad Grappler balance on-road comfort with off-road capability, making them ideal for daily-driven trucks that occasionally venture off-pavement.
Performance Plus Tire stocks Nitto's full range because we share their passion for automotive enthusiasm. Our team has decades of experience matching customers with the right Nitto tire for their specific build, whether that's a lifted truck needing 35-inch Trail Grapplers, a sports car requiring 200-treadwear NT555s for track duty, or a vintage muscle car build calling for Nitto's unique fitments. We maintain deep inventory both for immediate shipping nationwide and for same-day installation at our Long Beach facility, ensuring you get the right tire when you need it.
Beyond just selling tires, Performance Plus Tire offers expert guidance on Nitto's product lineup. Our specialists can explain the differences between the Ridge Grappler's hybrid terrain capability and the Trail Grappler's maximum off-road traction. We'll help you understand which Nitto tire best suits your wheel diameter, vehicle weight, and driving style. Plus, with our nationwide shipping network, you can shop from home and have your Nitto tires delivered, or visit our showroom to see the aggressive tread patterns in person and get professional installation from our experienced technicians. Call (888) 926-2689 to discuss your Nitto tire needs with our knowledgeable team.
Yes, Nitto is an excellent tire brand, particularly for enthusiasts and performance-oriented drivers. As a subsidiary of Toyo Tire Corporation, Nitto benefits from Japanese engineering expertise while maintaining a specific focus on the enthusiast market. They're known for producing high-quality tires with aggressive styling, innovative tread designs, and specialty sizes that other manufacturers don't offer. Nitto tires consistently receive positive reviews for their performance in off-road, street performance, and truck/SUV applications, with many users praising their durability, grip, and distinctive appearance.
Nitto tires are manufactured by Nitto Tire, which is a subsidiary of Toyo Tire Corporation, a major Japanese tire manufacturer founded in 1945. While Nitto operates as a distinct brand with its own product development and marketing, it benefits from Toyo's extensive manufacturing capabilities, quality control standards, and decades of tire engineering expertise. Nitto tires are produced in various facilities including plants in Japan and the United States, ensuring consistent quality and availability for the North American market.
Nitto and Michelin serve different market segments, so "better" depends on your specific needs and priorities. Michelin is known for premium all-around performance, long tread life, and extensive research and development across all vehicle categories. Nitto specializes in enthusiast-focused applications with aggressive styling, unique sizes, and performance characteristics tailored to trucks, SUVs, performance cars, and off-road vehicles. If you're building a lifted truck, modifying a sports car, or need specialty sizes and aggressive aesthetics, Nitto often provides better options. For luxury sedans, touring applications, or maximum tread life, Michelin may be the better choice. Both are quality brands with different strengths.
No, Nitto is not a Chinese tire brand. Nitto Tire is a Japanese company and a subsidiary of Toyo Tire Corporation, which was founded in Japan in 1945. Nitto tires are manufactured in facilities that meet Japanese quality standards, including production plants in Japan and the United States. While some tire manufacturers have moved production to China, Nitto maintains its Japanese engineering heritage and quality control standards. The brand's Japanese ownership and manufacturing approach are part of what distinguishes it in the performance and enthusiast tire market.
Nitto and Bridgestone both produce quality tires but excel in different areas. Bridgestone is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers with extensive product lines covering every vehicle category, from economy cars to commercial trucks, with a reputation for reliability and broad availability. Nitto focuses specifically on the enthusiast market with aggressive designs, performance-oriented compounds, and specialty applications. For enthusiast vehicles, lifted trucks, performance cars, and applications where styling and specific performance characteristics matter, many customers prefer Nitto's focused approach. For mainstream passenger cars, touring comfort, or OEM replacement, Bridgestone's broader lineup may offer more options. Your choice should depend on your vehicle type and driving priorities.
Nitto tires excel on trucks, SUVs, performance cars, and enthusiast vehicles. Their Trail Grappler and Ridge Grappler lines are ideal for lifted trucks and off-road SUVs, offering aggressive tread patterns and reinforced construction for challenging terrain. The NT555 G2 and Invo are designed for sports cars, muscle cars, and performance sedans that demand responsive handling and high-speed capability. Nitto's Recon Grappler and Nomad Grappler work well on daily-driven trucks and crossovers that need a balance of on-road comfort and off-road capability. The brand's willingness to produce specialty sizes also makes them popular for modified vehicles, show trucks, and classic car restorations where unique fitments are required.
Nitto tire longevity varies by product line and application, but most Nitto tires deliver 40,000 to 65,000 miles of tread life under normal driving conditions. Nitto's all-terrain and highway tires like the Recon Grappler typically offer longer tread life (50,000-65,000 miles) compared to their performance-oriented or maximum off-road tires. The NT555 G2 and other summer performance tires may provide 30,000-40,000 miles as they prioritize grip over longevity. Aggressive off-road tires like the Trail Grappler typically deliver 40,000-50,000 miles depending on terrain and driving style. Actual tread life depends on factors including vehicle weight, alignment, tire pressure maintenance, driving habits, and road conditions. Many Nitto tires come with treadwear warranties that provide coverage expectations.
Yes, Nitto produces several tire lines that work well for classic and collector cars, particularly muscle cars and vintage performance vehicles. Their NT555 G2 is available in sizes that fit many classic American muscle cars from the 1960s-1980s, offering modern performance with period-appropriate sizing. Nitto also manufactures specialty sizes that are difficult to find from other manufacturers, making them valuable for restoration projects requiring specific wheel diameters and widths. At Performance Plus Tire, we specialize in collector car tire applications and maintain inventory of hard-to-find Nitto sizes. Our team has extensive experience matching classic vehicles with appropriate Nitto fitments that maintain authentic appearance while delivering modern safety and performance.
Ready to upgrade to Nitto? Performance Plus Tire has been Southern California's premier tire destination since 1978. Shop our complete Nitto lineup online with nationwide shipping, or visit our Long Beach showroom to see our $1.2 million inventory and over 5,000 wheels in stock. Our experienced team provides expert guidance for every Nitto application, from off-road trail rigs to high-performance street machines.
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