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Driving and buying tires in Missoula

Missoula may not feel like a big city but it’s one of the largest urban areas in the state of Montana. Also, known as Garden City, for the agricultural land surrounding the city, it’s a beautiful place to visit and live. Driving here you’ll be treated to stunning views of rolling hills or snowcapped mountains, whichever way you turn. But remember, with the dramatic Montana weather, to keep your car in top-notch condition, and ensure your tires are safe and roadworthy.
When the time comes to buy tires in Missoula, whether you’re replacing your main set, or buying some season or terrain-specific additional tires, visit our website. With one of the largest stocks online you’ll find new or used tires to suit any situation or weather you might encounter in this northern city. And with our price match promise and free FedEx shipping to your Missoula home or business, you’ll also save money and time.

 

The most popular cars and tires in Missoula

The most popular car model

Chevrolet Impala*
*Source: Get Jerry

The most popular color of the car

White
*Source: WATE 6

The most popular tire model

BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
*Source: utires.com sales department

The average budget to buy 2 used tires

$159.20
*Source: utires.com sales department

 

Missoula tire shops and key auto facilities

Bitterroot Valley Motocross
Bitterroot Valley Motocross
1098 Jenne Ln, Florence, MT 59833
1098 Jenne Ln, Florence, MT 59833
46.6354031
-113.987721
Automersion
Automersion
Maurice Ave, Missoula, MT 59801
Maurice Ave, Missoula, MT 59801
46.851151
-113.9890347
The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula
The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula
3400 Captain Rawn Way, Missoula, MT 59804
3400 Captain Rawn Way, Missoula, MT 59804
46.843683
-114.0651668
Imperial Auto Spa
Imperial Auto Spa
2935 Stockyard Rd Suite K-2, Missoula, MT 59808
2935 Stockyard Rd Suite K-2, Missoula, MT 59808
46.9002822
-114.0391355
Dazzlers Car Wash
Dazzlers Car Wash
2610 Radio Way, Missoula, MT 59808
2610 Radio Way, Missoula, MT 59808
46.8892034
-114.0430295
walmart
Walmart Supercenter
4000 US-93 BUS, Missoula, MT 59804
4000 US-93 BUS, Missoula, MT 59804
46.831535
-114.0494128
costco
Costco Tire Center/div>
3220 N Reserve St, Missoula, MT 59808
3220 N Reserve St, Missoula, MT 59808
46.8942474
-114.0409254

 

Did You know

Three of the most deadly roads in the country run through Missoula

Despite the small number of cars, the area is known for its dangerous roads, due to weather conditions, animal crossings, and careless drivers. 3 of these dangerous roads meet in Missoula. They are the I-90, which is infamous for drunk drivers, US 93, which just north of the Garden City is known for the huge numbers of wildlife crossings and deaths, and US 12, a ways southwest of the city where the Lolo Pass takes dozens of dizzying turns around steep crevasses at an altitude of 5,000+ feet. So if you’re driving on any of these risky roads, make sure to have your wits about you and remember to pay attention to the road!

 

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Automotive Missoula at a glance

Automotive Missoula at a glance
Automotive Missoula at a glance
The Garden City may not have problems with rush hour traffic or congestion, but it's still a city where people love their vehicles and know how to drive them. With the harsh winter conditions, this city faces you need some specialist driving skills to keep safe on the roads.

Winter driving know-how

Driving in winter conditions can be challenging, even for experienced drivers. In Missoula snow and ice are common hazards, so it's important to take extra care when behind the wheel:
  • The most important thing to remember is to go slow, especially after a fresh snowfall or freeze.
  • It's important to stop early, as the most common cause of sliding around is breaking and turning.
  • When making turns, always slow down and try to avoid using your brakes while turning.
  • Turn into the slide. If you slip and can't steer, then turn into the slide. If you are sliding to the right, turn right until your wheels are aligned with your direction of travel. This will help you recover your steering.
By following these tips, you can help ensure a safe and enjoyable winter driving season.

City of car lovers

For such a small city, Missoula drivers love their vehicles. Here are two of the city’s favorite car clubs:
  • Missoula Cruisers are car lovers who enjoy cruising around town, showing off their beautiful classic cars. During the summer you’ll see them cruisin’ out on Saturday nights, a sight for all to enjoy. Learn more about this club on their official website.
  • Five Valley Ford Club is a club for Ford enthusiasts and they organize the Bitterroot Classic car show every year. You can learn all about them and their events on their official website.

 

Choosing the right tires for driving in Missoula

 

Where to buy new tires in Missoula

For such a small place the Garden City has a few options for buying new tires, including a couple of big box stores, including Costco Tires, Missoula. These stores will stock the most popular options at reasonable prices. But for the best prices on new tires, Missoula, visit our website where we have a section of quality brands and great offers, including new tires for under $100. These will all get sent out to you for free with our logistics partner, FedEx, saving you time, effort and money.

Big box stores

  • Walmart Supercenter 4000 US-93 BUS, 59804
  • Costco Tire Center 3220 N Reserve St, 59808

 

Where to buy used tires in Missoula

There are several options if you’re looking for used tires Missoula, MT, including some smaller local stores, but for the biggest savings and widest range of quality-assured used tires visit our website. With our price match promise you can save up to 50%, and you’ll know that you’ll be getting a superior quality tire.
We have an extremely thorough quality inspection process for every used tire we stock, ensuring that they have sufficient tread life (60-99%) and are completely free of defects, and have several years of use in them. We also offer:
For any questions or advice on tire purchases or selection, you can discuss your requirements with our tire team on our toll-free number: 1-888-566-6214 or you can talk to us online.

 

What tires do you need for Missoula weather?

What tires do you need for Missoula weather?
What tires do you need for Missoula weather?
The Garden City is located in the Northern Rockies and has a climate that is generally cool and dry, with four distinct seasons. In the winter, Missoula can be very cold, with temperatures frequently below freezing. Compared to the rest of the state the city doesn’t get too much snowfall - about 38 inches a year, but the average high temperature in January is only 33.2 °F and there are many days when it doesn’t get above freezing.
The spring brings warmer temperatures and more rainfall, which helps to produce a beautiful array of wildflowers. The summer months are usually warm and dry, with occasional thunderstorms. And finally, autumn brings cooler temperatures and gorgeous fall foliage.

Everyday winter

This climate means that almost every vehicle in the city should be outfitted with some sort of specialist winter tires during the winter months. If you only ever drive within the city during winter and can leave your car at home on particularly cold days, when the roads are very icy and snowy, you might be able to get away with using mud and snow all-season tires throughout winter, but this will limit your range and dampen the spirit of adventure that most residents of the Garden City have.
The smart choice for most people in winter is specialist winter tires. If you’re sticking to the main roads and highways you can get away with studless tires that are made from rubber that doesn’t harden up in the cold, and has tread patterns designed to grip only icy and snowy roads and clear snow, slush, and water from your path.
But you should still keep a set of tire chains in your trunk, which is mandated on certain high passes in the state and can make a huge difference when driving on very icy roads.

Adventurous winter

If you’re an adventure lover, then studded tires or studdable tires might be the right choice for you. They shouldn’t be used for driving on clear pavement as the metal studs can damage the road surface, but they are ideal for gripping onto ice and snow, giving you maxim traction and safety in frigid conditions.

Warmer months

When it comes to tires for spring through to fall, most people find all-season tires are the best option, as they can cope with wet and dry roads and, as long as you choose ones rated for mud and snow, they will even take you on gentle off-road drives and will be ok for light snowfall.
For lovers of sports or performance vehicles, summer tires are another option, as they’ll hug the road in the warm weather, allowing you to corner smoothly on the curvy roads that surround Missoula. These tires should only be used at temperatures above 45 °F, as the rubber in them can become rigid in colder weather, making them more prone to skidding.

 

Best-selling tire brands

*Source: utires.com sales department, 2022
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The most popular tire sizes in Missoula*

*Source: utires.com sales department, 2022

 

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Drivers’ Missoula guide: practical information

Drivers’ Missoula guide: practical information
Drivers’ Missoula guide: practical information
In the Garden City, you’ll experience a wide range of weather conditions and even wildfires that can impact driving, but with our guide, you’ll have all the information you need to stay safe on the winding mountain roads, as well as the peaceful city streets.

Live traffic report

Traffic reports for Missoula are most useful for checking weather conditions, whether due to snow, rain, or wildfires:

Seasonal tire changeover

Residents of the Garden City know that changing their tires for the cold and warm weather is almost a necessity, although when you change them will depend on your driving habits.

November to March

For most people in the city, who need to regularly drive out the city but stick to main highways, regular winter tires, plus a set of snow chains in the trunk, will be enough for the winter months. These tires are specially constructed using rubber that will not harden up in cold weather so it grips the road/snow/ice well. They also have a tread pattern that is designed to cope with wet, snowy, and icy roads.
However, some people will be going out into the wilderness in the colder months or heading further north, and they may wish to use studded tires, which have metal studs that grip the ice and snow like nothing else. Another option is studdable tires, where the studs can be removed for city driving and added for driving in very icy or snowy conditions. Another option here is ice tires which have added silica and a special tread design to ‘grind’ the ice, giving superior traction.

April to October

In Missoula, in the warmer months, either all-season tires or summer tires are the most common pick. All-seasons are great all-rounders which give an unmatched balance of versatile driving conditions, durability, fuel economy, and comfort. They can be used well into late fall as a small amount of snow won’t phase them.
On the other hand, summer tires should only be used when the weather is warm, as they’re made to handle incredibly well on warm wet, or dry roads, giving sporty handling, superior cornering, fast acceleration, and rapid braking. If you choose summer tires you may want to put them on your car later and remove them earlier in the season for safety.

Driving Laws

We’ve highlighted a few important laws to know when driving in the Garden City:
  • Roundabouts are relatively new to the city so you need to remember to yield to traffic already on the roundabout. The city has full guidelines on their official website
  • Speed limits within the city limits are 25 mph unless there is a sign stating otherwise.
  • Yielding to city buses is required if they are flashing their yield sign.
  • Snowmobiles are not allowed on city streets unless they are crossing the street to get to an area where they are allowed to operate.
  • Unattended vehicles must not be left with the engine running unless they’re delivery vehicles.
City laws and regulations can be read in full on the City of Missoula’s official website.

Window tint laws

The sunshine can get pretty bright in Garden City and tinting your windows can make a real difference to how cool the interior of your vehicle is. But there are regulations around how dark your tint can be. You can read the full laws on the official website of Montana Laws, but here are the most important points:
  • Windshield tinting is only allowed above the AS-1 line.
  • Front side windows can be tinted but must allow in at least 24% of light
  • Rear windows can be tinted but must let in at least 14% of light
  • Reflective tints may not be placed on the front windshield but for all other windows, they are allowed as long as they have no more than a 35% reflective value.
Learn all about how to tint your own vehicle windows, the benefits it brings, and all the color and style options you can choose from.

Roads and highways

 
For a small city, Missoula is well connected with several main highways running through the city:
  • I-90 is the main east-west interstate highway in Montana, and it runs through the north of Missoula, providing access to the airport and the main hospital. It goes on to points west, such as Spokane, and Seattle, Washington as well as points east, such as Billings, Montana; Buffalo, Wyoming; Chicago Illinois, Cleveland, Ohio; and Boston, Massachusets.
  • US 93 is a north-south highway that goes through the west side of the city, along South Reserve Street. It connects the city to places like Twin Falls, Idaho, and Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • US 12 is an east-west highway that goes through downtown Missoula along Brooks Street, providing access to most of the downtown area and the University. Beyond the city, it goes all the way from Detroit, Michigan to Washington state.
  • Montana Highway 200 goes from east to west through the entire state of Montana. In Missoula, it runs concurrently with the I-90 and then goes on to provide access to the city from Great Falls, and other smaller towns and cities to the east of Montana.
All of these highways provide access to Missoula's many attractions, including its downtown area, the University of Montana campus, and nearby outdoor recreation areas.

 

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Best tires for Missoula

Best tires for Missoula
Best tires for Missoula
The Garden City is surrounded by mountains and most people here love getting out into the wilderness and nature. For that reason, pickup trucks and rugged SUVs are the number one choice for motorists in the city. This means that pickup truck tires and SUV tires are the number one selection here.
On our website, we have an amazing selection of pickup and SUV tires from all the major brands, and you can even search by vehicle make and model, or brand of tire. We also allow you to select your pickup truck tires by the amount of off-road driving you like doing, and the time of year you’ll be driving, giving you all the options you need to find, not only the best tires for Missoula but also the best tires for your specific driving style and vehicle.
If our selection ever becomes overwhelming, give us a call. Let us know your budget, the weather and terrain conditions you’ll be driving in, and the type of vehicle you have and we can advise you on the best options. Give us a call, toll-free, at 1-888-566-6214, or discuss with us online.

 

Buy tires in Missoula and save up to 50%!

Living out in the mountains tires can be a big expense, as most people will have at least two sets per vehicle, and some may have even more. This can all add up, but it doesn’t have to cost the earth. With our premium quality used tires and selection of great value new tires, you can save up to 50%.
We make sure that our prices are always the lowest, by comparing prices daily - and don’t worry, if you ever find a lower price, we’ll match it. And there are no hidden costs when ordering from us. Shipping is free, and we don’t cut corners on the delivery company either. We’ll send your order out with FedEx the same business day that you order, as long as you place your order by 2 p.m.
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11/32
Average Price
$546.65  
Based on pricing for set of 4 new 245/55/18 on other tire websites
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Based on pricing for set of 4 new 245/55/18 on other tire websites
Set of 4 used tires
Tread Depth
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11/32
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$246.65  
Based on pricing for set of 4 used 245/55/18 on utires.com
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$215.65
Based on pricing for set of 4 used 245/55/18 on utires.com
You can always find great deals like that in our used tire shop — both offline and online. Outfit your ride with a spare, with run flat tires, with tires for pretty much every kind of vehicle and occasion! Shop for tires now and get the best deals in Missoula!

 

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FAQ

Where to buy tires in Missoula?

If you’re looking for tires, Missoula, check out the United Tires online tire outlet. You’ll find one of the broadest ranges of new and used tires online, and get savings of up to 50%. Every order we ship out goes with FedEx and is sent free of charge. Used tires on our site have been fully inspected and safety checked so you know you’re getting a quality product, that will give you many miles of safe and affordable driving. You’ll get your tires quickly too, as we ship out on the same day, as long as you order by 2 p.m. (business days).

When do studded snow tires have to come off in Missoula, MT?

All studded snow tires must be off the road by May 31st across the state, including in the city of Missoula. This is a law that has been put in place to prevent damage to the roads, while still keeping drivers safe. The main issue with keeping studded snow tires on is that studs can damage the asphalt. If you live in Missoula and don’t regularly travel into the mountains you will probably want to remove studded tires earlier but the state law allows you to keep them on your vehicle from 1st October until 31st May each year.

Do I need winter tires in Missoula?

Yes, putting winter tires on your car is almost essential in Missoula, especially if you want to go out of the city in winter. The mountains surrounding the city often get a lot of snow, and the roads can be treacherous. Even in the city, the weather can change rapidly and the roads can be very icy. Snow chains are a good idea too, especially if you're driving up into the mountains.

 

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