Driving a rented leased car? If so, here’s one way to avoid getting whacked for exorbitant wear & tear charges once your time is up. The leasing company wants to be sure they’ll get the vehicle’s assigned residual value. [How much the car is worth at the end of the lease]
The “Excessive Usage” charge for either tires and/or rims obviously runs a lot higher than the cost of a complete set. The most common lease agreements require the stock tires (or a new set) be returned with at least 4/32″ of tread depth - and be evenly worn. Pretty hard to do when unless you’re only using the car to drive the kids to school and pick up groceries.
So many of today’s cars have improved performance capabilities – and besides, it’s just so tempting to squeal the wheels in your new ride!
And, if you do happen to burn the stock tires down to exposed Kevlar status, you’ll need to outfit your car with the original equipment specs. (size, speed rating, etc) This only adds to your ownership expense. Â
A new wheel/tire set is an easy add-on; it’s the best way to spice up your ride – and even improve performance.
Want better handling? Snap on low profile, plus sized tires & larger rims. Improve your traction with upgraded winter tires to get the most out of SUV or truck’s performance.
Take off the original tires and stash them away until you turn in the vehicle. You’ll have the piece of mind knowing your wheels and tires won’t ding you for any extra charges.
Plus – you’ll have a killer wheel set once you drive home your next used car.
 
