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Old 04-29-2014, 05:16 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by CaptainRusty View Post
Just bought a used 2007 Honda Fit Sport with the factory 15" mags. The tires that are on it are FINISHED! So what better way than to start off fresh with some nice high efficiency low rolling resistance tires. I know close to nothing about tire brands aimed at fuel efficiency. What should I be getting for my particular model car?

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First, understand that there is a technology triangle involving Rolling resistance, Traction (especially wet traction), and treadwear. Any improvements in one area means sacrifices in the others.

Second, you have to be aware that the term "LRR" is a relative term. It means "this tire has better RR than other tires with the same treadwear and traction properties.

Having said that, you have a decision to make. Do you want good RR or do you want good traction, or do you want good treadwear - or do you want a good balance of the 3?
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