Porsche Tire Center in Charleston, SC

Authorized seller of Porsche Approved Tires

Tire shops that don't often see Porsche vehicles generally do not stock N-marked Porsche tires. And the tires that they can source in Porsche sizes are often slow sellers for them and could be old-stock.

With access to a complete selection of N-marked tire options, rest assured Porsche Charleston is your one-stop-shop for any and all of your tire needs.

Low-Price Guarantee

Porsche Charleston guarantees the Lowest Installed Price in the Charleston area for Porsche approved tires.

In most cases, our prices are simply the lowest, but we will even refund the difference if in the unlikely event you should find a lower price (that includes installation, taxes, & road hazard) at a local competitor within 30 days of your tire purchase.

See a service advisor for details.

24-Month Tire Road Hazard Protection

Porsche Approved Tires purchased and installed at Porsche Charleston include complimentary 24-Month Road Hazard Coverage.

• Replacement at 100% of Original Cost - Replacement tires are reimbursed at 100% of the original cost of the tire, up to $599. (Subject to limitations.)
• Free Protection for 24 Months - Tires are covered for 24 months from the date of purchase. (Other exclusions apply.)

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Best Technicians and Tools for your Porsche

We use highly specialized Porsche tools and technology. We continually train our staff to maintain their expertise, our standards and your vehicle. Our commitment to the crest is never less than 100%. Unique and unequaled. Just like your Porsche.

Tire Mounting

Tire Balance

Tire Indexing

Tire Repair

Wheel Alignment

Summer Tires

Did you know that asphalt can reach temperatures of up to 140 °F (60 °C) in the summer? Or that your Porsche is subjected to lateral loads of up to 0.045 oz (1.3 g) when cornering? Porsche-recommended summer tires with N-marking use a special rubber compound which remains stable even at high temperatures. With a tread pattern optimized for summer road surfaces, they offer better grip, greater cornering stability and shorter braking distances. Optimum rolling resistance also helps to ensure their fuel efficiency.

Winter Tires

Over 60% of drivers find driving on snow to be highly challenging. Porsche-recommended winter tires – identifiable by their N-marking – give you a sure footing and greater confidence in winter driving conditions. The secret lies in their material composition. Manufactured from a rubber which does not harden in the cold, they maintain more grip even at low temperatures. They also feature tread patterns specially designed to deflect water, provide good lateral support, and to pick up snow for added grip.

Sport Tires

Our nerves send motion commands to our brains at speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). N-marked sport tires instantaneously transmit each steering movement.

All Season Tires

If you prefer not to change your tires with the seasons, Porsche-approved all-season tires offer the perfect compromise between the grip, handling and stability of the best-performing winter and summer tires.

Tire Wear in Center

Probable Cause

• Tires overinflated
• Use of oversized tires

Appropriate Correction

• Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures
• Confirm appropriate rim width and evaluate alternate tire pressures

Tread Wear On Both Shoulders

Probable Cause

• Tires under-inflated
• Vehicle overloaded

Appropriate Correction

• Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures
• Confirm load being carried is within vehicle specifications, reduce as necessary

Tire Wear On One Shoulder

Probable Cause

• Wheel alignment does match actual driving conditions
• Worn or damaged steering/suspension parts

Appropriate Correction

• Set alignment to most appropriate angles within vehicle's approved range
• Replace worn or bent parts and align

Tread Wear Heel and Toe Block Wear

Probable Cause

• Insufficient tire rotation for driving conditions
• Tires under-inflated, increasing drag and wear

Appropriate Correction

• Rotate tires more frequently following vehicle's approved pattern
• Confirm cold inflation pressure matches vehicle's recommended pressures

Tread Wear Irregular Cupping

Probable Cause

• Loose steering or suspension components
• Tires and wheels out of balance

Appropriate Correction

• Replace worn struts/shocks and other steering/suspension parts and align
• Correct balance of tires and wheels

Sidewall Circumferential Split/Star

Probable Cause

• Impact break from road hazard or pothole
• Tire sidewall pinched between road and wheel

Appropriate Correction

• Dismount tire and inspect for interior damage, replace tire if damage is found
• Determine if wheel is bent by inspecting for run-out, replace wheel if damage is found

Sidewall Bubble/Bulge

Probable Cause

• Tire sidewall pinched between road and wheel
• Components contaminated during manufacturing

Appropriate Correction

• Dismount tire and inspect, tire manufacturer's warranty applies if no interior damage is found
• Dismount tire and inspect, interior damage indicates road hazard

Sidewall Ozone/Weather Cracking

Probable Cause

• Frequent exposure to direct sun and hot temperatures
• Tires exposed to ozone or harsh chemicals

Appropriate Correction

• Evaluate service conditions and attempt to minimize exposure to sun and heat
• Attempt to keep tires away from sources of ozone and chemical exposure

Sidewall Abrasion of Both Sidewalls

Probable Cause

• Driven on when extremely low on air
• Driven when flat

Appropriate Correction

• Dismount and inspect tire for interior damage, replace tire if damage is found

Load & speed indices:

Indicate the tire's maximum load in encrypted form (101) and maximum permitted speed (Y) at the prescribed air pressure.

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Tire size:

Is determined by width in millimetres (265), height/width ratio in percent (40), tire construction (R = radial tire) and rim diameter in inches (21).

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Tire type:

Indicates the tire model. The N-marked LATITUDE Sport 3 manufactured by Michelin is a tire approved for the Macan.

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N-marking (N0):

Identifies tires developed specifically for the requirements of Porsche vehicles. The number describes the technical status at the time approval was obtained.

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Tire brand:

Indicates the tire manufacturer. Michelin is the tire cooperation partner of Porsche. Tires are jointly developed specifically for Porsche vehicles.

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DOT identification:

Provides information about the tire's manufacturer, size, type and production date. DOT stands for (US) Department of Transportation.

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Production date:

Consists of the week and year of production (4812 = week 48, 2012). Incidentally, a tire is considered new for up to 5 years after production.

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