The tires available from manufacturers change constantly. I started this thread so that we can try and have a singular place to discuss tires on an on-going basis. Given that tires are the single most important component (all else equal) to determine the ride quality, and handling of the vehicle, they really need their own focus.

I'm currently in the market place for an Ultra High Performance tire for my stock wheeled SVO. While I'd like to move up to a 17" wheel in the future, I'm stuck with the 16" at the current moment. Although ride quality has traditionally not been an important characteristic, for me, when choosing a tire, that has recently changed.

So in a 225/50/16, what are the tires that you guys have been looking at or purchased recently, how have you liked them and would you purchase them again? Would you suggest a different size 16" tire? My car has been lowered about 1.5" and I don't want any tire rub.

Bob