General Tire Grabber MT
Sizes: 15, 16 inches
Design: serious off-road tire for 4x4s; aggressive off-road tread design; built to power through mud, snow, silt, and creek beds; pinned for studs
Load range: C, E
Contact: General Tire, Dept. ST, 1800 Continental Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273, www.generaltire.com
Cooper Tires
Discoverer H/T Plus
Sizes: 18, 20 inches
Design: optimized pitch sequence by size reduces noise frequency; excellent all-weather performance
Speed rating: M, S
Contact: Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., Dept. ST, Lima and Western Ave., Findlay, OH 45840, www.coopertire.com
Mickey Thompson
Baja Claw Radial
Sizes: 15, 16, 17 inches
Design: 23-degree lugs for superior grip in a variety of terrain, including mud and snow; Sidebiters for extra traction and protection; radial construction for superior handling and performance; polyester-ply, steel-belted, circumferential grooves for hydroplane resistance; SLT sizes feature an extra-heavy-duty three-ply sidewall for better impact and puncture resistance
Speed rating: not speed-rated
Contact: Mickey Thompson Tires, Dept. ST, 4670 Allen Rd., Stow, OH 44224, (330) 928-9092, www.mickeythompsontires.com
Michelin 4x4 Diamaris
Sizes: 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 inches
Design: highest level of wet and dry traction; advanced tread design contributes to high-speed stability and confidence, especially while cornering; quiet, comfortable rideSpeed Rating: V, W
Contact: Michelin North America, Dept. ST, 1 Pkwy. S., Greenville, SC 29602, (888) 642-43546, www.michelinman.com
Yokohama Geolandar H/T-S
Sizes: 17, 18, 19, 20, 22 inches
Design: designed for plus-sizing applications; high-performance feel with the practicality of a daily driver; directional design for outstanding steering response, grip, cornering, and water evacuation; comfortable ride; durable with sporty look
Speed rating: H
Contact: Yokohama Tire, Dept. ST, P.O. Box 4450, Fullerton, CA 92834, (800)423-4544, www.yokohamatire.com
Goodyear Fortera HL
Sizes: 17 inches
Design: smooth, quiet ride and rugged appearance for luxury SUVs; combines the assertive handling, traction, and responsiveness of an SUV tire with all the quiet comforts of a touring radial; deep blades and grooves; computer-optimized tire shape and tread pattern; footprint insensitive to load; all-season traction; excellent performance in rain and snow; even tread wear
Speed rating: Q, S
Contact: Goodyear Tire, Dept. ST, 1144 E. Market St., Akron, OH 44316, (330) 796-2121, www.goodyear.com.
Falken ZIEX S/TZ 04
Sizes: 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, 23 inches
Design: flat, even tread wear and whisper-like performance; deepest tread in sport truck category; sidewall styling; larger rim protection ridge for custom wheels; symmetrical non-directional tread pattern allows unrestricted rotation for superior life
Speed rating: H, S, T, Q
Contact: Falken Tire, Dept. ST, 10404 Sixth St., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730, (800) 723-2553, www.falkentire.com
Continental Tire ContiTrac SUV
Sizes: 15, 16, 17, 18 inches
Design: all-season performance; excellent durability for premium safety performance; balances traction, mileage, ride comfort, and noise performance; an ideal all-position tire for 4x4s, SUVs, and other light trucks
Speed rating: Q, S, T
Contact: Continental Tire North America, Dept. ST, 1800 Continental Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273, www.continentaltire.com
Protecting Your Investment
These Wheel- and Tire-Care Products Will Keep You Rolling in Style
Wheels and tires are serious investments - especially if you've opted for some seriously large rims. The key, then, is to spend a little time taking care of your rolling stock so you can protect your investment and look fine at the same time.
We've gathered an assortment of wheel- and tire-care products that will not only keep your truck looking hot, but will also save you some elbow grease and time.
Buffalo Milke Tire Dressing
Why you want it: This dressing makes tires look new by putting on a protective satin sheen; wipe on, wipe off with no overspray worries. This product is available in a five-piece kit that includes two bottles of Buffalo Milke Spray Wax and Buffalo Milke Wheel Cleaner and Vinyl Protectant.
Contact: Buffalo Milke Automotive Polishing Products, Dept. ST, P.O. Box 1955, Pleasanton, CA 94566, (888) 462-8332, www.buffalomilke.com
Treatment Products Tire Gold
Why you want it: This is an easy-to-use spray-on premium tire dressing that leaves a super-high gloss and long-lasting shine. It contains a high silicone content with a blend of solvents that prevent dripping.
Contact: Treatment Products Ltd., Dept. ST, 4701 W. Augusta Blvd., Chicago, IL 60651, (800) 747-1929, www.thetreatment.com