What Time of Year is Cheapest to Buy Tires?

Tires are one of the most crucial safety components of your vehicle, but let’s face it, they can also be a significant expense. As your trusted auto care partner here in the Arkansas Valley since 1972, Rocky Ford Discount Tire understands that finding the best value is important. A common question we hear is: “When is the cheapest time of year to buy tires?”

While prices can fluctuate based on many factors, including manufacturer rebates and specific promotions, there are generally a couple of periods throughout the year when you might find better deals.

Spring (April & May): Catching Pre-Summer Deals

• Why: As winter weather fades (even here in Colorado!), tire shops often look to clear out any remaining winter tire inventory. They’re also gearing up for the summer driving season. April is often promoted as “National Car Care Month,” leading many manufacturers and retailers to offer special promotions and rebates on all-season or summer tires to encourage drivers to get their vehicles ready for road trips.
• What to Look For: Deals on all-season tires, potential clearance on remaining winter tires (if you have storage space for next year!), and manufacturer rebates.

Fall (October & Early November): Preparing for Winter

• Why: This is arguably the most common time for tire sales. Retailers are anticipating the need for winter tires and want to capture early buyers. They might also be clearing out summer or all-season tire stock before the snow flies. Manufacturers often roll out significant rebates during this period to incentivize drivers to upgrade before hazardous winter conditions arrive.
• What to Look For: Competitive prices and rebates on winter tires, as well as potential deals on all-season models as inventory is adjusted.

Other Times to Keep an Eye Out:

• Holiday Weekends: Major holiday weekends like Memorial Day, Labor Day, and especially Black Friday can sometimes bring special tire sales events.
• Manufacturer Rebates: These can pop up at various times throughout the year, often offering mail-in rebates or instant savings on specific tire brands or models. It always pays to ask about current manufacturer offers!

The Most Important Factor: Your Safety

While snagging a deal is great, the absolute best time to buy new tires is when you need them. Driving on worn-out, damaged, or improperly inflated tires is a major safety risk, significantly increasing your chances of hydroplaning, blowouts, or reduced traction, especially in unpredictable Colorado weather.

Don’t wait for a sale if your tires are already showing signs of wear like:

• Tread depth below 4/32″ (or 2/32″ legally, but safety diminishes sooner) – Use the penny test!
• Visible cracks, cuts, or bulges in the sidewall
• Uneven wear patterns
• Vibrations while driving

Your Local Experts at Rocky Ford Discount Tire

Here at Rocky Ford Discount Tire, we’ve been dedicated to providing quality tires and auto service to our neighbors in Rocky Ford and the wider Arkansas Valley for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on offering fair prices and expert advice year-round.

While spring and fall are often cited as the “cheapest” times, we always recommend checking in with us. We can:

• Inspect your current tires for free.
• Advise you on the best type of tire for your vehicle and driving habits.
• Inform you about any current sales, shop promotions, or manufacturer rebates available right now.

Don’t gamble with your safety trying to time the market perfectly. Stop by our shop on E Prima Ave here in Rocky Ford, or give us a call. We’re committed to keeping you rolling safely and affordably, any time of year!

Rocky Ford Discount Tire is your one-stop shop for new tires. Located in Rocky Ford, CO, drivers throughout southeastern Colorado have depended on this auto service team for over four decades. To schedule your next tire service appointment, call today at (719) 254-3391. For a rundown on their specialties and commitment to quality service at fair prices, visit our website.