Buy Tires on Sale for Durham: But Not Until You’ve Read This Guide!
Driving and buying tires in Durham
Whether you live in Durham NC or are just passing through, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the laws of the road and to check that you are driving on the correct tires for the climate. This guide is compiled by Utires experts and aims to share pro tips and tricks on driving hassle-free in the “Bull City”. Read on to learn more about driving laws, the unspoken rules of the road, recommended seasonal tire changes, and the best scenic drives in the area.
The utires.com website lists 60,000+ new and used tires at highly competitive prices. We pride ourselves in making the best tire brands accessible to all, no matter your budget. Our website is supported by a 24/7 toll-free customer service helpline with experienced advisors ready to share their expert advice on the best treads for your vehicle! Call 1-888-566-6214 to speak with somebody today, or click the Live Chat button on our website. Buy new or used tires online at Utires.com and enjoy our free FedEx Home Delivery to your Durham doorstep!
The most popular cars and tires in Durham
Durham tire shops and key auto facilities
walmart
Walmart Autocare Centers
5450 New Hope Commons Dr, Durham, NC 27707
5450 New Hope Commons Dr, Durham, NC 27707
35.9551693
-79.0011965
costco
Costco Tire Center
1510 N Pointe Dr, Durham, NC 27705
1510 N Pointe Dr, Durham, NC 27705
36.0288403
-78.9177305
Duke Homestead
Duke Homestead
2828 Duke Homestead Rd, Durham, NC 27705
2828 Duke Homestead Rd, Durham, NC 27705
36.0357081
-78.9231895
Same roads sometimes have different names in Durham!
In Durham, road names and numbers sometimes change on what appears to be the same stretch of road. And more confusingly, roads can be referred to by a number, a name, or by a memorial name, in tribute to an individual.
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Automotive Durham at a glance
Durham is the 4th largest city in North Carolina with a population of over 251,000. In the early 1900s, it was home to one of the largest tobacco and textile industries in the country. However, as the industry began to decline in the mid-1900s, Durham turned to its other major industry - automotive manufacturing. The city quickly became a hub for car dealerships and auto parts suppliers.
Today, Durham is still home to many of these businesses. Visitors can tour the American Tobacco Historic District, learn about the city's role in the civil rights movement at the NC Museum of History, or see classic cars on display at the Duke Homestead State Historic Site. The city is home to Duke University and the Durham Bulls Minor League Baseball team. Durham is known as the "Bull City" because of the bulls that were used to haul tobacco during the city's early years as a tobacco center.
Choosing the right tires for driving in Durham
Where to buy new tires in Durham?
Looking for new tires in Durham? Easy, check out both Walmart Autocare Centers and Costco Tire Center to get some great treads at competitive prices. If you prefer to shop online, then search for ‘discount tires in Durham’ and utires.com will quickly pop. This customer-friendly site allows you to search by terrain, season, purpose, tire type, or vehicle type, among other parameters, to find the best-fit tires for your budget.
Place an online order with utires.com before 2 p.m., on any given day and get same-day shipping with FedEx Home Delivery Service. Receive your tires fast and free to your Durham doorstep. Not happy with your purchase? Our generous return policy means customers can get refunds for unused tires within a year of purchase.
Walmart Auto Care Centers
5450 New Hope Commons Dr, Durham, NC 27707Costco Tire Centers
1510 N Pointe Dr, Durham, NC 2770Buy online
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Where to buy used tires in Durham?
A quick search for ‘Tire shops near me in Durham’ will show there are many shops in the Bull City selling used tires. The tough part is knowing which ones are reliable and sell quality used tires. Walmart Autocare Centers can be relied on to supply great tires at a great price.
But if you prefer to take the legwork out of tire shopping, hop onto utires.com and check out our selection of 50,000+ used tires. United Tires only sells tires that have 60-99% tread life left in them, and what’s more, every tire is checked thoroughly, both manually and automatically, before being shipped to customers. Best of all, our orders are sent straight to your Durham doorstep, using FedEx Home Delivery Service.
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Choose from 50,000+ used tires, from used tires under $50 to tires that have only been driven once
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Buy quality tires in the knowledge that our tires have between 66% and 99% tread left in them and all are thoroughly checked twice before shipping
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We have a 100% satisfaction guaranteed return policy
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Enjoy our free FedEx Home Delivery Service, no matter where which suburb you live in Durham
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Daily orders placed before 2 p.m. will be shipped the same business day
What tires do you need for Durham weather?
In Durham, all-season tires are a great option because the summers are hot and muggy and the winters are short and very cold. During the year, the temperature varies from 32°F to 89°F and rarely drops below 19°F or rises above 95°F. On average, Durham receives 3.7 inches of snowfall a year.
Summer tires & winter tires
However, If you’re a driver that likes to get the maximum performance out of your vehicle, we recommend driving on summer tires during the warmer months (March through November) and switching over to winter tires, during the colder months (December through February). Summer tires enable superior braking, accelerating, and cornering on dry, damp, wet, or very wet roads in warm weather. However, once the daily average temperature drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit and frost, snow or ice lay on the ground, summer tires don’t have enough grip and traction to keep you safe on the roads. Switching to winter tires or even all-season tires is essential.
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Best-selling tire brands in Durham*
*Source: utires.com sales department, 2021
The most popular tire sizes in Durham*
*Source: utires.com sales department, 2022
DRIVERS’ DURHAM GUIDE: PRACTICAL INFORMATION
This part of the guide arms you with practical information that will help you avoid parking tickets, and speeding fines and even offers great ideas for scenic drives in and around Durham:
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Best tires for Durham
The best tires for Durham are either all-season treads or seasonal tires that you change out with the different seasons. With long hot summers and short freezing winters, all-season tires provide good grip and traction year-round. They are generally hard-wearing and durable and so long as you select a set with the M& S (snow and Mud) symbol on the tread wall, they will provide good grip on slushy and snowy roads as well.
However, if you’re a driver who prefers to get the maximum performance out of your vehicle, we recommend investing in a set of summer tires and a set of winter tires. Summer tires are flexible in different warm weather conditions and help provide superior grip and traction. They aren’t however designed for snow and ice, so as soon as the daily temperature reaches 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below, it’s important to swap them for a set of winter tires.
Buy tires in Durham and save up to 50%!
At United Tires, our all-season tires start from less than $30, and our seasonal tires from less than $50. With a catalog of 60,000+ new and used tires available, we sell discounted tires to suit all budgets. Save time and money buying your next set of tires online. The cost savings we make by not having expensive premises throughout the country, we pass on to our customers through our low prices. Customers also save with our free and fast FedEx Home Delivery service straight to your Durham doorstep. Need advice with choosing the right tires for your vehicle? Call free to our 24/7 hotline at: 1-888-566-6214 and speak to our friendly customer service assistants. Or, alternatively, press the Live Chat button on our website to initiate a conversation. We’re ready and waiting to speak to you!
Tread Depth
0/32
11/32
Average Price
$546.65 
Tread Depth
0/32
9/32
11/32
Average Price
$246.65
There are always great deals to be had in our online used tire shop. Whether you’re looking for tires for your new passenger car or decade-old pick-up truck we have sizes and prices to suit! Shop at Utires.com for used tires in Durham
FAQ
Where to buy tires in Durham?
You can save both money and time buying tires online and having them shipped free of charge to your Durham doorstep. United Tires is one of the biggest online tire stores in the US offering savings of up to 50% on used tires. Savings made on high rents are passed on to the customer in the form of lower prices. All tires are thoroughly quality-checked and can be returned within a year for a full refund if unused.
What are the best tires for driving in Durham?
With long summers and short winters, all-season tires are a good choice for Durham roads, particularly if you don’t want to change your tires during the year. If however, you have a sporty style of driving, you may want to consider driving on summer or performance tires during the warmer months and switching to all-season or winter tires in the colder months.
Do you need to switch to winter tires when driving in Durham?
Yes, you do need to switch to winter tires in Durham, if you are driving on performance tires through the warmer months of summer. Performance tires aren’t designed to deal with ice, snow, and slush and don’t provide enough grip on wintery roads. If however, you are driving on all-season tires with the M&S (mud and snow) symbol on the tread wall, you don’t necessarily need to change over to winter tires once the cold weather comes around.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
Where to buy tires in Durham?
You can save both money and time buying tires online and having them shipped free of charge to your Durham doorstep. United Tires is one of the biggest online tire stores in the US offering savings of up to 50% on used tires. Savings made on high rents are passed on to the customer in the form of lower prices. All tires are thoroughly quality-checked and can be returned within a year for a full refund if unused.
What are the best tires for driving in Durham?
With long summers and short winters, all-season tires are a good choice for Durham roads, particularly if you don’t want to change your tires during the year. If however, you have a sporty style of driving, you may want to consider driving on summer or performance tires during the warmer months and switching to all-season or winter tires in the colder months.
Do you need to switch to winter tires when driving in Durham?
Yes, you do need to switch to winter tires in Durham, if you are driving on performance tires through the warmer months of summer. Performance tires aren’t designed to deal with ice, snow, and slush and don’t provide enough grip on wintery roads. If however, you are driving on all-season tires with the M&S (mud and snow) symbol on the tread wall, you don’t necessarily need to change over to winter tires once the cold weather comes around.
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