Mixing tire speed values is not recommended. If you are in a situation where you need to swap tire speed ratings (e.g. after an emergency breakdown), ensure that the lower rated tires are installed on the front axle to avoid spinning more than expected ( oversteer).
Can I mix speed ratings on tires?
Remember never to mix tires with different speed ratings on your vehicle. …Vehicle handling may be affected and vehicle speed is now limited to the lowest tire. For best performance, it is recommended to use the same tire size and type on all four wheel positions.
Do all 4 tires have to have the same speed class?
This is to avoid a potential overdrive scenario. Remember that all tires should be suitable for the vehicle and you should not drive faster than your lowest rated tires. We recommend always using the same size and type of tire with the same speed ratings for all tires.
Can I mix H and V tires?
We have never recommended mixing tires of different speed ratings on your vehicle. It is safer to fit the same tire size and type with the same speed index on all wheels
Can I mix V and H tires?
Remember never to mix tires with different speed ratings on your vehicle. This causes significant problems in the handling of your vehicle. If tires of different speed classes are fitted to a vehicle, the tires with the lower speed class must be fitted to the front axle, regardless of the drive axle.
Can I use Vrated tires instead of H tires?
A Vrated car requires a tire rated for a maximum speed of 149 mph and therefore cannot be fitted with an Hrated tire.
Do all 4 tires have to have the same speed class?
In general, all tires on the vehicle should be of the same speed rating, and replacement tires should be of a speed rating equal to or greater than the speed rating of the original tires. “Different speed rating tires may differ in ride, handling and/or other performance characteristics.