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Can I Buy Tyres Online & Have Them Fitted?
If you’re wondering if you can buy tyres online – the short answer is yes. Can you have your tyres fitted locally once purchased? Also, yes.
The process of buying tyres sounds a bit daunting to many, but it’s actually very simple and convenient.
You can easily browse online, compare prices and brands, and choose the tyres that best suit your vehicle.
Once purchased, you can schedule an appointment at your local garage or a mobile tyre fitter, making the whole experience hassle-free.
How about the preparation and the nitty-gritty of this process? That’s what we will be covering in this article today.
Browse and Select Your Desired Tyres
Choosing the best tyres for your vehicle and your budget can be a bit of a head scratcher.
Since there is countless leading tyre brands available online to choose from, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to tyre models.
It’s important to establish a budget before browsing for your next tyres.
Tyre brands’ prices are universally broken down into 3 pricing categories – budget, mid-range, or premium.
Budget tyres are known as the cheapest tyre models on the market. Where budget tyres may lack in quality compared to their industry peers that are priced higher, they offer customers who may have a strict budget a cheaper alternative.
Mid-range tyres are what it says on the tin – middle of the range models that are better in quality than budget tyres, but don’t quite offer the same performance levels as premium tyres. These tyres offer solid performance at a middling price range.
Premium tyres are the top models on the market. These may be the most expensive, but in the long run, tend to last much longer and are beneficial when it comes to fuel economy. Premium tyre models are universally recommended by industry experts if you long for the best performance possible.
To help you make a decision on tyres, here’s a breakdown on popular tyres of each pricing type:
Popular Budget Tyres
Pace Alventi
- Good levels of handling
- Safety in wet conditions
- Reduce risk of aquaplaning
- Fully fitted prices range from £54.99 to £153.49*
Tomket Sport
- Delivers solid performance and safety
- Reduce aquaplaning through tread design
- Good grip and stability
- Fully fitted prices range from £51.99 to £113.24*
Accelera Iota ST-68
- Designed for 4x4s
- Sipes maintain traction in wet conditions
- Good steering response
- Fully fitted prices range from £75.99 to £177.91*
Accelera Phi-R
- Adequate for track days
- Low external tyre noise
- Solid steering response
- Fully fitted prices range from £56.78 to £113.88*
Popular Mid-Range Tyres
Kumho Ecowing ES31
- Eco-compounds used in construction
- Improved wet grip technology
- Reliable handling and traction
- Fully fitted prices range from £56.75 to £118.44*
Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51
- Improved fuel efficiency & wet grip
- Compound prevents energy loss & uneven wear
- Tread pattern delivers a more comfortable ride
- Fully fitted prices range from £81.58 to £194.42*
Uniroyal RainSport 5
- Great wet handling
- Shark Skin technology protects against aquaplaning
- Outstanding traction in wet conditions
- Fully fitted prices range from £80.54 to £229.13*
Kumho Ecsta HS52
- Designed for passenger cars
- Good grip and secure manoeuvring
- Impressive wet grip handling
- Fully fitted prices range from £61.81 to £139.55*
Popular Premium Tyres
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
- Outstanding wet grip performance
- Combination of both sport performance and longevity
- Tyre’s tread enhances grip on dry roads
- Fully fitted prices range from £121.99 to £287.51*
Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Features great performance levels in all weather conditions
- Evenly distributed forces of acceleration, braking and cornering
- Strong rolling resistance
- Fully fitted prices range from £106.94 to £323.33*
Bridgestone Turanza T005
- Enhanced wet grip performance
- Excellent steering response and handling
- 10% longer wear life compared to predecessor
- Fully fitted prices range from £84.89 to £319.51*
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
- Increased braking ability in wet weather
- Enhanced dry cornering stability
- Great sturdiness and longevity
- Fully fitted prices range from £85.76 to £192.31*
Buy EfficientGrip Performance 2 tyres
*Fully fitted prices tend to vary between different tyre size of the model and may fluctuate in time, with prices outlined being from date of writing (19/09/2024).
Identifying Tyre Size
The next step once you have decided on tyre model is understanding what tyre size fits your car.
There’s two main ways to check your tyre size – enter your registration online or check your current tyres’ sidewall.
For checking your tyre size by registration number, use our online tool today.
If you’d like to know about your tyre size from the tyres currently fitted on your car, see the example below.
Here’s what each section means in the example provided:
Width:
205 – The tyre’s width in millimetres.
Profile:
55 – The sidewall height as a percentage of the width, also called the aspect ratio. In this case, it's 55%.
Diameter:
R16 – The diameter of the tyre’s inner rim, measured in inches.
Load Rating:
91 – The tyre’s load rating, which indicates the maximum weight the tyre can safely carry.
Speed Rating:
V – This rating shows the maximum speed the tyre can handle when carrying a full load.
Once you know what tyre model and size to go for, it’s time to purchase the tyres.
Buy Your Selected Tyres and Fitting Option
During checkout, you can complete your purchase by selecting a fitting option that works best for you.
You can choose to have your tyres fitted at a local garage, or opt for a mobile fitting service, where the tyres are installed at your home or workplace.
Once your order is placed, you’ll receive a confirmation with all the details, ensuring a smooth and convenient process from start to finish.
Pay Tyres Monthly with 0% Interest
Looking to spread the cost of your tyres over several months?
With PayPal Credit, you can enjoy 0% interest for 4 or 12 months on qualifying purchases.
This means you can buy your tyres now and pay later, all without paying any interest – perfect for keeping your finances flexible:
0% Interest for 4 Months
Offer period: 4 months
Minimum spend: £99.00
Interest rate: 0.0%
Total cost: £99.00 (no added interest)
During this period, you’ll need to make your minimum monthly payment to keep your 0% offer active. If the balance isn't cleared after 4 months, interest will be charged at your standard variable rate.
0% Interest for 12 Months - Instalment Plan
Offer period: 12 months
Minimum spend: £500.00
Monthly instalment: £41.67
Interest rate: 0.0%
Total cost: £500.00
You’ll need to make monthly instalment payments to stay on track with the offer. After 12 months, any remaining balance will accrue interest at your variable rate.
Both options allow you to pay for your tyres over time, making it easier to manage larger purchases while enjoying the convenience of interest-free payments.
Representative Example If you don’t pay within the offer period or spend under £99, a standard variable interest rate of 23.9% APR may apply, depending on your circumstances. Credit is subject to approval and terms apply.
Get the tyres you need today and pay in a way that suits your budget!