Nissan Repair: tires, nissan maxima, treadwear ratings

Question
What tire brand do you recommend for a 1997 Nissan Maxima?


Answer
Adelia,

This is your choice on tires as long as they meet the same temperature and traction rating.  I like Temperature A and Traction A.  Yokahama, Goodyear, Kumho and the like.  But, be sure to get a tread wear rating of 380 or better.  Softer tires (smaller number) have good grip but they wear out really fast.  Higher treadwear ratings like 400 and up are hard and do not grip as well.  380 to 400 is what I go for...