While I don't doubt that a dedicated winter tire would perform the best in the snow and ice, I've found that a good all-season can be quite capable in the winter (I've been using Yokohama AVID TRZs on my Corolla). And since either way I'm going to be getting another set of tires (either winter or re...

Well, it could be together. I just want a total for comparison when choosing new wheels. But that would have been convenient, since you had one off the car anyhow.

Just wondering if anyone knows (or knows where I can find without weighing) the weight of the 2009 GT 18 inch alloy wheels and tires?

What about a taller tire? At 205/55R18 there is the Yokohama AVID TRZ which I have on my Corolla and really like. Then I wouldn't need to replace the wheels, and I wouldn't need winter tires.They are 6 percent taller though, well above that 3 percent limit. Would they fit? Would they potentially dam...

True, I probably am, but not having the alloys out at all in the winter would protect them from corrosion. However, maybe not any more than a good coat of wax and somewhat regular washing. And the entire undercarriage should probably be washed regularly in the winter anyhow.

I did a quick comparison of a tire and wheel combo one tirerack.com. i found a tire and wheel where they were offered in the sizes (so as to avoid mixing up different designs or materials).For the 215/45R18 tires with 18 x 7.5 wheels: 22 lbs + 23.5 lbs = 45.5 lbsFor the 225/55R16 tires (~.51 percent...

Hi,I tried searching for something like this, but all any of the posts talk about is whether the ride is rougher or not.I am purchasing a new 2009 Vibe GT. I live in Rochester, NY so we get a good amount of snow for at least 3-5 months of the year. Not only that, because they salt the roads, there i...