I know there are some requirements in AWD & 4x4 vehicles, but are there any requirements other than tire size (215/60 R16) to put on my 2011 Honda Accord SE 2.4L? I'd like to get a 99V rated tire, but is it ok to mix within my 94 & 95H rated tires? What's the best & longest-lasting tires I should get? BTW this is my first post and is there a way to automatically put the year & make of my Accord in a signature section instead of retyping it for every post? Thanks.

 

You can create a signature in your profile that you can put your car information. It has been a minute for me, but I remember having to activate that signature somehow in my profile. Hopefully the software is more user-friendly now.

Tires are an important maintenance item, but you will get a ton of opinions on the "best" tire. For the rating, you have a minimum rating for the car. Check your owner's manual, but I suspect the H rating is minimum. That means you can put a V rated tire on there. The load rating means the weight each tire can handle and there is a chart that translates into pounds for the 94 vs 99. You can go with the higher number as long as it is above the tire in the owner's manual.

I try to stick with the OEM tire or something very close. I put Michelins that are rated for the 60K miles a few years back. To me, tires are trade-offs, where longer lasting can mean increased road noise. Or higher rated means less give and a bumpier ride. I think you would need to weigh out your preferences/trade-offs for the best tire.

 

Ok thanks!