Precision engineering with proven everyday performance — Sumitomo Tires
When you want a tire that's built to last and engineered to perform, Sumitomo is worth your attention. For more than a century, Sumitomo has combined Japanese engineering with advanced tire technology to deliver ride comfort, confident handling, and long-lasting value without the premium price tag. At VIP Tires & Service, we carry Sumitomo because it gives you the performance you need to keep moving with confidence.
Winter tires are engineered with specialized tread compounds and biting edges to maximize traction, braking, and control in snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. They are most useful when temperatures are consistently below 40° F.
Whether you’re driving a daily commuter, a truck, or a performance vehicle, Sumitomo has a tire built for it. Their lineup covers quiet touring tires, all-terrain options, and ultra-high-performance tires, all engineered for dependable traction, responsive handling, and a comfortable ride. Many Sumitomo lines also come with competitive treadwear warranties and road hazard protection, so you're covered long after you leave the shop. It's the kind of long-term value that makes a real difference when life keeps you on the road.
VIP Tires & Service Warranty
All tires have a 30-day ride warranty. If you’re not satisfied with your tires within 30 days of purchase, we’ll credit the tire price toward new tires of equal or greater value. Plus, mounting and balancing your replacement tires will be free of charge.
Sumitomo provides a limited warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, and many passenger and light truck tires include treadwear warranties ranging from 50,000 to 75,000 miles, depending on the model.
VIP Tire Maintenance Plus++
The Tire Maintenance Plus++ program includes free tire, mounting, and balancing repairs. With this program, unrepairable tires will be replaced for free within 6 months of purchase or 25% tread wear (whichever comes first).
Yes. Both Sumitomo Tires and Falken are part of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world. While the two brands serve different market segments, they benefit from the same engineering expertise and global manufacturing capabilities.
Are Sumitomo Tires good for New England driving?
Absolutely. Sumitomo offers all-season, winter, and light truck tires designed to perform in the rain, snow, slush, and changing temperatures that New England drivers experience throughout the year. Dedicated winter models provide enhanced traction in severe winter conditions.
Are Sumitomo Tires a good value?
Yes. Sumitomo is known for offering premium engineering, dependable performance, and strong warranty coverage at a competitive price. Many drivers choose Sumitomo because it delivers features and ride quality comparable to more expensive tire brands.
What types of tires does Sumitomo make?
Sumitomo manufactures tires for passenger cars, SUVs, crossovers, light trucks, and performance vehicles. Its lineup includes touring, all-season, ultra-high-performance, winter, highway terrain, and all-terrain tires designed for a wide range of driving needs.
All-Season tires are versatile and suitable for warm and cool climates, but not recommended for extreme hot or cold weather conditions because of specific rubber components.
All-Weather
Like their name suggests, all-weather tires are versatile and can perform well in a variety of weather conditions and can be severe snow-rated.
All-Terrain
With bigger treads than traditional all-season tires, all-terrain tires allow for both on and off-roading capabilities.
Winter
Winter tires are manufactured to perform well in snow, ice, sleet and other cold weather conditions. Winter tires are typically soft, with an intricate grooved tread pattern — made for holding compacted snow and creating traction — and are severe snow-rated.
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