Tire Types

All-Season Tires — If Equipped

All-season tires provide traction in all seasons (spring, summer, fall, and winter). Traction levels may vary between different all-season tires. All-season tires can be identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S, or MS designation on the sidewall. Use all-season tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

Summer or Three-Season Tires — If Equipped

Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry conditions and are not designed for driving on snow or ice. If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be aware that these tires are not designed for winter or cold-weather driving. Install winter tires on your vehicle when the outside air temperature is below 40°F (5°C) or when roads are covered with ice or snow. For more information, contact an authorized dealer.

Summer tires do not have an all-season or mountain/snowflake symbol on the sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

Winter Tires

In some regions of the country, winter tires are required during the winter season. Snow tires can be identified by the "mountain/snowflake" symbol on the tire sidewall.

If you need winter tires, select tires that are equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use winter tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

Winter tires generally have lower speed ratings than those originally installed on your vehicle and should not be operated at a sustained speed above 75 mph (120 km/h). For speeds above 120 km/h, refer to original equipment tire recommended safe operating speeds, loading, and cold tire inflation pressures, or consult an authorized dealer for tire information.

While studded tires improve performance on ice, skidding and traction on wet or dry pavement may be worse than with non-studded tires. Some states prohibit studded tires; therefore, check local regulations before using these types of tires.