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Speed Ratings For Tires

Buying new tires for your vehicle can be a stressful situation. You want to be absolutely positive that you are making the best decision financially, as well as choosing the safest and most reliable tire for your vehicle that can withstand your driving habits and environment. 
 
At United Tire & Service, we have an arsenal of name brand tires at our disposal. Popular brands like Goodyear, Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, BF Goodrich, General Tire, all ready for same day installation. 
 
When choosing your new tires, there are a lot of things to consider, like seasonal vs winter/summer tires, tread life, and average tread life mileage. But one of the important factors that sometimes goes overlooking is the speed rating for tires. Tires list a tire speed rating indicating the tire’s designed speed capability. This rating signifies the top speed a tire can handle before it does not perform properly. So what is the average speed rating for the most popular vehicle types? We’ve laid it all out for you, but to be accurate, you can find your vehicle's recommended tire speed rating in the owner's manual! 
 
 
 

Maximum Speed

Type/ Vehicle Type

L

75 MPH

Off-Road & Light Truck Tires

M

81 MHP

Temporary Spare Tire

N

87 MPH

Temporary Spare Tire

Q

99 MPH

Winter 4x4

R

106 MPH

Heavy Duty Light Truck

S

112 MPH

Family Sedan & Van

T

118 MPH

Family Sedan & Van

U

124 MPH

Sedan & Coupes

H

130 MPH

Sport Sedans & Coupes

V

149 MPH

Sport Cars

Z

149+ MPH

Sport Cars

W

168 MPH

Exotic Sport Cars

Y

186 MPH

Exotic Sport Cars

(Y)

186+ MPH

Exotic Sport Cars

 
No matter which brand you choose, you can trust the team at United Tire & Service to install your tires properly and promptly to get you back on the road. To schedule your next auto repair or tire installation appointment, call any one of our friendly service desks, or book your appointment online, anytime! Thank you for making United Tire & Service your preferred auto repair and tire installation shop in Pennsylvania.

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