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Do Tires Affect MPG?

Row of tires

Tires can have a big effect on the MPG you achieve on your Leominster commute! Take a moment to learn how. We’ll answer a few other questions as well, including:

  • How much does tire weight affect MPG?
  • Do bigger wheels affect MPG?
  • Do bigger tires affect MPG?

Once you’re done reading, if you’d like a tire service, reach out to the service center at Ron Bouchard Kia. And if you’re hoping to purchase more fuel-efficient tires, explore our parts specials, or reach out to our parts department!

Do Bigger Tires Affect MPG?

The more tire you have, the more rolling resistance between your vehicle and the road ahead. A larger tire also means more drag, making your engine have to work harder to accelerate on Fitchburg highways. So, do bigger tires affect MPG? They unfortunately decrease fuel economy numbers. But do bigger wheels affect MPG? Bigger wheels require bigger tires, which increase the amount of rubber tread generating friction on the road. Now that you know that tires do affect MPG, let’s take a look at how tire weight places a factor.

How Much Does Tire Weight Affect MPG?

The more your tires way, the more force your engine needs to generate in order to move forward. Not only are you increasing the curb weight of your vehicle, but a heavier tire is going to increase the drag created by wind resistance. If you’re looking to increase MPG with your tires, then choose smaller tires with thin side walls, lower weights, and less tread. That said, larger tires have their own perks! Larger tires are good for Heavy Duty vehicles and help them cover more distance as they roll. If you primarily drive a large vehicle on the highway, larger tires can actually increase your MPG, but in most cases, they’ll decrease it.

Shop For Fuel Efficient Tires Near Gardner!

Now that you know that tires do affect MPG—that bigger tires do affect MPG negatively if you’d like to shop for smaller tires, you’ll find great deals at Ron Bouchard Kia! Just reach out to the tire department at our parts center near Leominster. While you’re here, take a moment to read about the types of damage that potholes can cause to your tires, wheels, brakes, and suspension.

 

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