Let Our Tire Service Center Outfit Your Volkswagen for the Road Ahead

The right tire can make all the difference in how smooth your vehicle feels on the road and how well it performs. Pick the wrong tire for the season or the wrong tire for your vehicle specifications, and you could be struggling for traction at the moment when you need it most.

Your Volkswagen comes with clear instructions for the correct tire size and type listed in both your owner's manual and on the driver's side door jamb of the vehicle. While it may appear to be a confusing string of numbers and letters, it's a specific set of instructions on the correct size, weight distribution, and speed capacity of this tire type for your vehicle. The size is a fairly inflexible piece of advice, but you actually do have some wiggle room on the weight and speed parameters.

Finding the Right Tire

Depending on how long you own your vehicle, you may find yourself buying a new set of tires many times, as the longevity of a typical set of tires is around three to four years. Understanding what tire fits your vehicle and driving style the best will help you to properly care for your tires and thus get the most for your tire investment.

    

Not all tires are created equal. With Volkswagen Approved Tires you get the quality, performance, and reliability from brand names you know and trust. Plus, the added reassurance that comes from knowing your tires have been expertly matched to your vehicle's specific handling requirements.

Along with great everyday prices and a slew of extra benefits, be sure to take advantage of our tire rebates3 going on now-both online and at our dealership.

Why Buy Tires from Our Volkswagen Dealership?

They're the right fit for your VW model.

That's right-when you purchase tires from our Tire Store, we'll help make sure they're the best match for your model's performance and handling specs.

They're professionally installed by VW Certified Technicians.

With us, you get more than a wide selection of name-brand tires-you get the skill, knowledge, and experience of our tire experts, who are VW Certified Techs.

They're covered by our 30-Day Price Match Guarantee.4

We're so confident about the price of our tires, we offer you a 30-Day Price Match Guarantee.4 Find a lower price within 30 days, and we'll refund the difference.

They're eligible for 24-Month Road Hazard Coverage.5

Eligible tires at participating dealerships include the added protection of 24-Month Road Hazard Coverage, which gives you:

  • 100% coverage the first year5
  • 50% coverage the second year5

1 Mail rebate claim form, a copy of your Repair Order including the set of four tires that were purchased, and your credit card receipt to receive a rebate equal to the amount of the associated tire manufacturer rebate noted above. Invoices must clearly indicate the tire brand and SKU, please circle or highlight this information. This rebate is valid on purchases made between 05.01.20 and 06.30.20 and must be postmarked by 07.31.20. Rebate offer available only at participating US Volkswagen dealerships on dealer-installed purchases only. Eligible SKUs are set by Volkswagen Tire Store, which are available at participating dealerships. Subject to credit approval. Limit one mail-in rebate per qualifying purchase. Only two rebates per household. For $140 rebate, complete purchase must be made on Volkswagen Service Credit Card. Cannot be combined with any other Volkswagen Service Credit Card rebate offer. Offer valid for US residents only. Allow 8-10 weeks for delivery. See participating US dealership for rebate details. Rebate paid via a Visa Prepaid Card and can be used everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted. Visa Prepaid Card issued in the name submitted on rebate form and is not transferable; card cannot be issued to minors. Visa Prepaid Card is given to you as a rebate or gift, and no money has been paid by you for the card. Visa Prepaid Card is issued by MetaBank®, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. No cash access or recurring payments. Visa Prepaid Card expires after six months; unused funds will be forfeited at 12:00 a.m. (EST) the last day of the month of the valid thru date. Visa Prepaid Card terms and conditions apply; see MyPrepaidCenter.com/site/visa-promo. Make copies for your records. The Volkswagen Service Credit Card is issued by Citibank, N.A. MetaBank or Visa do not sponsor or endorse the Volkswagen Service Credit Card.

2 Receive a $70 Visa Prepaid Card by mail when you purchase four eligible Volkswagen Recommended Tires from an authorized participating Volkswagen dealership within the United States between 05.01.20 and 06.30.20. Volkswagen Tire Rebates may be combined with dealer discounts/offers. Allow 8-10 weeks for delivery. Not redeemable for advertised specials, previous purchases, or cash. Only two rebates per household. Limitations apply. Void where prohibited. Offer expires 06.30.20. Visit VolkswagenRebates.com or see participating Volkswagen dealer for complete details.

3 Tire manufacturer rebates are subject to change at any time including but not limited to tire eligibility and rebate amount or cancellation. See participating U.S. dealership for rebate details.

4To receive price match, customer must purchase tires that meet specifications of vehicle's owner's manual through Volkswagen Tire Store and present a lower printed competitor pre-tax price quote for identical tires dated within 30 days of customer's tire purchase. Competitor price quote must be from a competitor with a physical retail location within 50 miles of the dealership. Not available on competitor quotes where pricing includes rebates (national, regional, or local) or clearance, closeout, promotional, or special prices. Additional restrictions apply. Valid at a participating Volkswagen dealership only. See dealership or VWTireStore.com for details.

5Road Hazard Protection provided by a third party. Coverage ends at the earlier of (1) expiration of 24 months from date of replacement tire purchase or (2) when less than 3/32˝ of tread remains. 100% coverage the first year; customer responsible for 50% of the current retail price of the tire second year. Only VW original equipment tires, original equipment alternative tires, winter tires, and wheel and tire packages are eligible. Excludes mounting, balancing, and Nexen™ tires. Non-transferable. Additional restrictions may apply. Valid at a Volkswagen dealership only. See dealership or VWTireStore.com for details.

All-Season Tires

All season tires are a happy medium chosen by many Mount Prospect drivers who want to simplify their maintenance routine. While not offering particularly remarkable performance in winter snow or summer heat, they can hold their own through typical driving conditions. All-season tires can also come in various performance ratings, improving their cornering ability or braking response relative to regular all-season tires.

Winter Tires

Winter tires can carve a pathway through reasonable amounts of snow due to their aggressive and strategic tread pattern. They also possess a chemical composition that is specifically made to remain supple as temperatures drop below zero. This keeps them better able to conform to the shape of Arlington Heights streets and deliver better performance from their superior grip. They don't function well in summer driving conditions and will need to be traded out for an all-season or summer tire.

Summer Tires

Summer tires have a tread pattern that is particularly good for braking. This allows them to stop on hot surfaces without skidding or losing grip. Like winter tires, they also have a unique chemical composition, although theirs is formulated to remain firm on hot road surfaces to avoid a loss of traction. They can't manage in snowy conditions and will need to be changed seasonally as the climate warrants.

If your regular driving routine sticks to city streets around Des Plaines, an all-weather tire may deliver the level of performance you need throughout the year. If you anticipate encountering a range of weather conditions or want a smooth performance each time you're behind the wheel, having two specific sets for winter and summer may make more sense for your driving style.

If you're worried about the extra maintenance that comes with two sets of tires, it's good to remember that even all-season tires will still need to be rotated twice yearly. That means you will need to bring them to the service center just as often as a person who switches seasonal tires twice per year.

Learn More About Our Tire Center at Napleton's Volkswagen of Mount Prospect

At Napleton's Volkswagen of Mount Prospect near Palatine, we focus on providing the best care for your vehicle, starting from the ground up with tires that are properly inflated, balanced, aligned and installed. Our knowledgeable technicians stringently follow Volkswagen guidelines throughout every aspect of installation. If you have questions about the proper tread or style to fit your needs, we're happy to explain the differences between brands and treads, helping you to make an informed decision about your next tire purchase.