Last year I purchased 4 new tires for my X5 and utilized the Costco tire rebate program and saved $60. The Energy MXV4 Plus was the replacement tire for my 2001 X5 and ran about $235 each. This included the installation, balance, tire stem, California tire recycling fee, tax, and warranty. Total out the door was $940 for four tires. Since this was a substantial investment for my vehicle I am due back to have my tires rotated again. I’ve been happy with the service at Costco tires, but dread the 4-6 hour wait each time. It sure would be nice if we had the ability to make appointments or if they had a shuttle service. I guess that’s how the stealers charge an arm and a leg to replace tires. I actually need to purchase two new tires for my Prius, but the rebate is only for four tires. This year the rebate ends May 18th, so a few days are left to save some money. As far as I know all Michelin tires are included in the rebate. If you want to be sure, call your local Costco tire center to verify.

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I saw an article today come across my Yahoo home page and it caught my attention. “Hypermiling” sounds like an extreme sport for those who want to conserve every drop of fuel from their vehicles. Some of the suggestions for Hypermiling include filling air to maximum tire pressure suggested by the tire manufacture and drifting behind 18 wheel trucks. This and other suggestions found in a Reuter’s article Hypermiling suggest that you can double your gas mileage. Are you a hypermiler? What are your thoughts? Even if it were possible to increase gas mileage, how do I find an 18 wheeler to draft in the city? If you inflate tires to maximum pressure, will this decrease their performance or longevity? Speaking of tires, I need to replace my old rear tires on my Prius. They are getting a little smooth on the outside and I think I might ask the guy’s at Costco tire if they have any thoughts about increasing tire pressure.

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