Tire technology has rapidly evolved over the last few decades, and this is especially true in racing. NASCAR tires have changed every bit as much over the years as the Sprint Cup cars. Today, they remain one of the critical pieces that will determine victory or defeat. Since 1997, Goodyear has been the sole provider of tires for all NASCAR race series. The Goodyear Race Eagle is the tire getting the job done, familiar to race fans due to the distinctive thick yellow lettering. Goodyear t [...more]

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/r7ii970MwQg Take a quick tour of our Tennessee warehouse, led by our owner, Hank Feldman. This video showcases our impressive lineup of Chevy passenger car and muscle vehicle lineup, available in a range of styles and sizes, including 17-, 18-, and 20-inch applications. Our vast inventory features some of the top brands in the industry, including American Racing, Boyd Coddington, U.S. Mag, along with a full line of tires from Nitto, BF Goodrich, and Michelin. [...more]

Our main location and retail store is in Long Beach CA. We also have a presence in Tennessee and in this serious of short videos we will take a walk thought the Tennessee facility where we house an extensive collection of major brands or Tires and Wheels. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6qehLB-HmM Join us for an exclusive tour of Performance Plus Tires Tennessee warehouse, hosted by Hank Feldman. In this video, you'll get an up-close look at our impressive collection of vintage to mode [...more]

I am a typical "gas and go" type of driver. I really do not care how it all works as long as it does. However, I do have to buy tires. I recently had bald tires on my Mini Cooper (yes, it is true I do let it go that long oops!!). I decided to explore how difficult or easy it would be to purchase tires online. Being a small business myself I know that sector suffered much more than the big box stores during covid. I am a fan of Amazon, but I do have some reservations about what I buy from them. [...more]

As the automotive industry gets back to normal after the long covid hiatus car enthusiasts around the world eagerly anticipate the latest and greatest developments in vehicle performance and style. And like many others in the industry we are delighted to announce the shows for 2023 which we will participate in. Performance Plus Tire has a long history in the classic and vintage care space. With a commitment to quality, and customer satisfaction, we're excited to showcase our wide selection [...more]

Buying new tires can be a daunting prospect for many consumers. Unless you happen to be an auto enthusiast, you probably have only the most rudimentary knowledge of how your vehicle works. The easy solution is to head to a tire dealer and have them tell you what size rims you need. However, if you're wanting to buy custom or tricked out car rims online, you'll need to be able to figure out the size for yourself. The two easiest ways are to check the sticker plate in your car, it shou [...more]

If you are like most people, you want three things from your tires: good performance, a low price, and to last a long time. But there’s a saying in racing (and the tire world) that goes something like this: “Cheap, fast, good: pick two”. While there’s no tire that can do all three at once, we can think of a lot of tires that do a really good job of two out of three - but as much as we like to think everyone is an enthusiast, about 95% of people just want their tires to last a long time and to b [...more]

Advances in technology have allowed many new safety features into our cars: seatbelts, crumple zones, anti-lock brakes, airbags, and most recently Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (https://www.performanceplustire.com/tech-info/tire-pressure-monitoring-systems-tpms/ )and Run Flat tires. And while it seems ridiculous to argue if it’s better to be thrown free from a crash because you are not wearing a seatbelt, hear us out on the downside to TPMS and runflats - specifically how they may just leave [...more]

TPMS stands for tire pressure monitoring system. It is a system that is used to monitor the air pressure in the tires of a vehicle. The TPMS uses sensors to measure the tire pressure and send a signal to a warning light on the dashboard of the vehicle. If the tire pressure is too low or too high, the warning light will come on to alert the driver to the issue. TPMS can help improve fuel efficiency, extend tire life, and improve vehicle safety by ensuring that the tires are properly inflated [...more]

Automotive companies tend to come and go, and the same could be said of tire companies, too, but Vogue Tyre is a long-lasting tire company that’s stood the test of time. Established in 1914, Vogue Tyre has been developing custom luxury tires that have always delivered outstanding performance, ride quality, and safety. With the distinctive white and gold sidewall, the “mustard and mayonnaise” if you will, it’s sure to be noticed, no matter what vehicle or wheels you mount your Vogue Tyres on. [...more]

Ask almost any driving enthusiast for the best wheels at the best price, and invariably they’ll say ENKEI Wheels. Established in 1950, this aftermarket wheel manufacturer’s name is short for, ENshu KEIgokin, which translates to “light alloy of Enshu Province,” where it was founded (Enshu Province is today western Shizuoka Prefecture). In the early days of the company, ENKEI produced pretty much anything that was made of aluminum-alloy. ENKEI didn’t get into wheels until 1967, producing its first [...more]

You’ve finally got the car or truck of your dreams and now it’s time to find the ultimate set of wheels for it - when you start looking at all the best builds, it seems they are all on custom billet wheels - why? The answer is simple - billet wheels give you the ultimate in customization! Fitment, finish, style - there’s almost no limit to how they can be built - so let’s discuss what you’ll need to know before you decide to buy a set of custom built billet wheels.  The majority of cust [...more]

So you are thinking about leasing a car or truck and think getting a wheel and tire package is a bad idea (why would you buy carpet for your new apartment, right?) - but actually it can make sense if you consider a few things for your particular situation, and we’ll explain. First, you don’t want the car to look like every other car on the road. This is about style, YOUR style, and you want to have a cool or unique car. You are probably the one of your friends who always has an interesting c [...more]

White wall tires used to be the norm on many cars from the 50s, 60s and early 70s, but since then cars that came from the factory with a white wall tire became super rare - why is that? In a word - fashion! White wall tires were a way that manufacturers gave their vehicles a distinctive, luxurious look - much like the collars on men's leisure suits and ladie’s blouses in the 70s - the wider the white wall the better!  Most people don’t realize that the very first pneumatic tires made we [...more]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItreON4lIW8 At first sight, the Rolls-Royce Spectre looks like a vehicle that's just rolled off the set of a James Bond film. It's sleek, it's powerful, and it has a certain air of sophistication about it. But what makes the Spectre truly special is that it's the first fully electric super luxury vehicle. That's right; this baby is 100% electric. Performance Plus Tire offers a vast selection of luxury car tires, including Rolls Royce. Browse our selection [...more]

So you’ve bought your vintage dream or decided it’s time to fix up the one you already have with some wheels and tires? Great - we can help you with that! At Performance Plus Tire we have been selling wheels and tires for over 40 years so we have the expertise to help you get wheels that you like with the perfect fitment you need. First thing you’ll want to decide is if you want to keep it period correct so the wheels and tires look like they came from the 60s or 70s, or if you want to go Resto [...more]

You do not need to be a car expert to know that chrome rims look pretty sweet. However, if you have ever owned chrome rims you also know that they require a lot of up-keep to keep them looking good; especially if you live in a climate that gets a lot of rain or snow. If you want to keep your 26" rims looking their best, here are a couple of easy steps for you to follow. The key to keeping your chrome rims in tip-top-shape is simple--keep them clean. Arrange your schedule so that you will have t [...more]

Today, just about every vehicle on the road is equipped with black tires, though you’ll find some performance cars fitted with orange- or red-stripe tires, sometimes even white-stripe tires. Interestingly, blackwall tires haven’t always been the norm. Invented in 1914, whitewall tires featured a white sidewall with black treads. Natural rubber and zinc oxide produced the white color and good wear characteristics, but it was the addition of carbon black that drastically improved tread life. Becau [...more]

One of the most respected companies in the tire industry is the Hankook Tire company. They have a history that spans more than sixty years, a history that has met with many success and new developments. They have over the years become one of the top tire manufacturers in the world. The company has always been open and ready to change and expand to meet the needs of the consumers. Branch offices and manufacturing plants for Hankook Tire are located in countries all over the world. While they have [...more]

If you're like many car lovers, you'll have heard your friends recommend Cooper tires. They are well-made and durable. Oftentimes they run smoother and more quietly than similar models offered by other tire makers. It is also possible to find them at on sale or in package deals that make them extremely affordable, given the level of quality and performance that they provide. The problem you may be having is figuring out where to buy them. Unlike some of the more commonly known brands, they are [...more]

During the post-WWII economic expansion, many countries in the world experienced great increases in industrialization. In August, 1945, Hirano Rubber Manufacturing and Toyo Rubber Industrial merged, forming Toyo Tire & Rubber Company. Despite similar-sounding names, though, Toyo Tires has no relationship with Toyota Corporation, though it does produce OE (Original Equipment) tires for several Toyota, Lexus, and Scion vehicles. Today, Toyo Tires is one of the world’s top ten tire manufacturer [...more]

When you’re looking for tires for your car, whether you’re finishing off a full classic restoration or trying to give your car a classic look – to be sure, it doesn’t work for all cars – size, style, and function are surely going to play a part in your decision. Unfortunately, you can’t always get all three in tires manufactured today, but Diamond Back Tires begs to differ. Most classic tire manufacturers start from classic molds and classic processes, while others blend more modern tech [...more]

Browse our online shop if you are looking for high-quality Jeep wheels. The Jeep brand has long among the best SUVs, ranking highly in utility and sales. Jeep Wrangler has always been an outlier, though, never a soccer-mom’s ride or grocery-cart, to be sure, which limited its “utility” for certain groups. Still, in not changing Jeep Wrangler much over the years, it’s growing on people, and is consistently one of the market’s most wanted vehicles. With the introduction of Jeep Gladiator, the [...more]

Vintage cars such as the Ford Model T, or the Model A, have what are called "clincher rim" tires. This makes changing a tire on one of these older vehicles much different from changing a tire on a more modern vehicle. A clincher tire is a bit similar to the tires of a bicycle and those that are used on many motorcycles. The wheels of an antique car are metal, a bit more delicate looking in design, than those on modern cars of today, with spokes that are again similar to those on a bicycle. A str [...more]

So you’re going to finally going to buy the testosterone fueled hot rod you have always wanted. While there are tons of segments of hot rod culture out there, this article should provide a helpful guide as an overview that applies when looking for your first one. Keep in mind, prices will vary widely with demand. If you are looking for a beat up ’32 Ford coupe, expect to pay well over $10,000 for a non-running version that needs a lot of work. Professional shops have been snatching these up the [...more]