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SUMMIT TIRES | TIRE BUYING GUIDE
Summit Tires was founded in 1974 by a group of five independent tire distributors. Individually they said they were unable to meet the extensive needs of the consumer, but together they created a line of tires that could meet the needs of the everyday American driver. According to their website, for over 5 decades, Summit Tires has created a strong presence in the market “with a long line-up of sizes and applications that cover over 90% of all vehicles on the road today.” For a tire that is committed to quality and innovation, look no further than Summit Tires, continue reading to learn about their extensive collection of products.
Summit Tire Categories
Summit produces tires with a variety of tread types such as all-season, all-terrain, all-weather, performance all-season, and touring all-season. All tire types are available for high-performance vehicles, passenger cars, minivans, crossovers, SUVs, and light trucks/pickups. With Summit's notable selection, you can be sure to find the tire you’re looking for — no matter what you drive, or what conditions you drive under.
To evaluate the quality of a tire, you can look at a number of factors, including treadwear. Summit's average treadwear in its categories is close to average across all brands. Read our guide to UTQG ratings.
Known For
- Offering a wide variety of tread types and sizes
- Providing high performance at affordable prices
- Being at the forefront of technology
Not Known For
- Having a wide selection of winter and summer tires
- Being a good-looking tire, it focuses on performance and quality
- Having an exceptionally long tire warranty
TREADWEAR
Tread Type | Summit Average Treadwear | Category Average Treadwear |
All Season | 531 | 504 |
All Terrain | 484 | 506 |
All Weather | 470 | 509 |
Performance All Season | 394 | 429 |
Touring All Season | 445 | 546 |
Tread Type | Summit Average Treadwear | Category Average Treadwear |
All Season | 531 | 504 |
All Terrain | 484 | 506 |
All Weather | 470 | 509 |
Performance All Season | 394 | 429 |
Touring All Season | 445 | 546 |
Summit Tires: Frequently Asked Questions
How good are Summit tires?
Summit tires have been working for over 5 decades to provide a wide variety of tires for every type of car and SUV on the market. They stay at the forefront of innovation, using cutting-edge technology during the production process. Summit tires also value quality above all else, always striving to create the perfect tire for any application. They provide contemporary tire tread designs with a wide range of sizes, so you can find the right tire for your vehicle no matter what you drive.
Who makes Summit tires?
Summit brand of tires is part of the Tire Alliance Group (TAG), which distributes a number of tire brands in North America, including Summit Tires.
What models of Summit tires does Tire Agent carry?
All in-stock Summit tires will be linked to this page. Tire Agent has carried Summit Cascade and Cascade II, Summit HP Radial Trac, Summit Heritage Trail Trac, Summit Kanati Mud Hog, Summit Kreed 210, Summit MA-V1, Summit Radial Trac GT, Summit Siempre VI, Summit GT Radial, Summit Mud Dawg, Summit Premium Plus, Summit Trail Climber, Summit Ultra Max, Summit Trail Climber, Summit Ultrex Tour, and Summit Ultra Max.
Who sells Summit tires?
Summit tires are available at many local tire dealers and auto shops. Tire Agent is an online Summit tire dealer, and we carry more than 70 brands if you cannot find a Summit tire to fit your vehicle. Buying tires online has never been easier; simply browse our selection, select your size and style, add them to your cart, and pay.
Does the Tire Agent price include installation for Summit tires?
Tire Agent is an online tire retailer, and we carry more than 70 brands of tires. But, we do not install tires. We are 100% online. So, we ship to you or to your auto shop for free. If you need help finding a tire installer, you can let us know during the checkout process, and we will suggest nearby Summit tire installers for you.
How does the Summit Tires warranty work?
Each Summit tire is covered by a Limited Warranty / Adjustment Policy that provides for tire replacement under specified conditions.
Known For
- Offering a wide variety of tread types and sizes
- Providing high performance at affordable prices
- Being at the forefront of technology
Not Known For
- Having a wide selection of winter and summer tires
- Being a good-looking tire, it focuses on performance and quality
- Having an exceptionally long tire warranty
Summit Tires: Frequently Asked Questions
How good are Summit tires?
Summit tires have been working for over 5 decades to provide a wide variety of tires for every type of car and SUV on the market. They stay at the forefront of innovation, using cutting-edge technology during the production process. Summit tires also value quality above all else, always striving to create the perfect tire for any application. They provide contemporary tire tread designs with a wide range of sizes, so you can find the right tire for your vehicle no matter what you drive.
Who makes Summit tires?
Summit brand of tires is part of the Tire Alliance Group (TAG), which distributes a number of tire brands in North America, including Summit Tires.
What models of Summit tires does Tire Agent carry?
All in-stock Summit tires will be linked to this page. Tire Agent has carried Summit Cascade and Cascade II, Summit HP Radial Trac, Summit Heritage Trail Trac, Summit Kanati Mud Hog, Summit Kreed 210, Summit MA-V1, Summit Radial Trac GT, Summit Siempre VI, Summit GT Radial, Summit Mud Dawg, Summit Premium Plus, Summit Trail Climber, Summit Ultra Max, Summit Trail Climber, Summit Ultrex Tour, and Summit Ultra Max.
Who sells Summit tires?
Summit tires are available at many local tire dealers and auto shops. Tire Agent is an online Summit tire dealer, and we carry more than 70 brands if you cannot find a Summit tire to fit your vehicle. Buying tires online has never been easier; simply browse our selection, select your size and style, add them to your cart, and pay.
Does the Tire Agent price include installation for Summit tires?
Tire Agent is an online tire retailer, and we carry more than 70 brands of tires. But, we do not install tires. We are 100% online. So, we ship to you or to your auto shop for free. If you need help finding a tire installer, you can let us know during the checkout process, and we will suggest nearby Summit tire installers for you.
How does the Summit Tires warranty work?
Each Summit tire is covered by a Limited Warranty / Adjustment Policy that provides for tire replacement under specified conditions.