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Prospero Tire is a USA based company, located in Puerto Rico, founded in 1999, dedicated to Import & Export and Wholesale tire company, distributing tires across the country and internationally.
We are committed to delivering quality products and outstanding wholesale customer service.
All of our products have been thoroughly tested to far exceed North American standards due to harsh weather patterns and rigorous driving conditions. Competitively priced summer, all season and winter tires for any application.
Combining form and substance is the perpetual undertaking of the engineers who define the appearance of a tire tread focused as they are on striking the balance between safety, design, construction care and performance.
Prospero Tire distributes an extensive selection of passenger, UHP, light truck, and TBR tires.
We have three warehouses in Puerto Rico and we offer a comprehensive selection of over 100,000 stocking units.
OUR VALUES & MISSION
WE GUARANTEE QUALITY
Best quality tires brands that provide safety, confidence and reassurance.
WE ARE TRUSTWORTHY
We build trust and ensure a world-class customer service in order to build long lasting relationships
WHOLESALE PRICES
We are committed to offer competitive and the best rating prices across the market.
WIDE RANGE OF INVENTORY
We have a wide range of on-road and off-road tires for all your business needs, with different sizes, ply ratings, treads, etc.
OUR SPECIALITIES
Prospero Tire specializes in on-road and off-road tires. On road tires for semi trucks, trailer tires, SUV, pickup truck tires, etc.Off road tires for skid steers, wheel loaders, backhoes, graders, scrapers, and rock trucks.
FIND A SHOPINTERESTING FACTS
TIRES TYPE
Fast facts: Know the difference between the various tire types
- Summer tires have a dedicated rubber compound that delivers excellent grip and handling on both dry and wet roads in warmer conditions.
- Winter tires provide outstanding grip on road surfaces covered with snow and ice, as well as wet roads in cold conditions.
- All-season tires combine characteristics of both summer and winter tires into a hybrid solution with the benefits of both.
- 4x4 tires have better traction on tough terrains like mud, grass, and snow without the tread area becoming clogged.
The tire is so much more than an air-filled ring of rubber. It’s a complex piece of engineering that comes in many shapes and forms and is designed to tackle a myriad of challenges. Here’s where we run through the different types of tire on the market and the specific advantages they can offer your vehicle.
There are two key areas where one type is distinguishable from another – the rubber compound and the tread pattern. These, in turn, are determined by the environment and conditions where the tire is in use. As long as the right tire technology is applied, you can rest assured that the wheels of your car or truck will have superior handling and traction.
All-season tires
An all-season tire combines characteristics of both summer and winter tires, offering a hybrid solution with the benefits of both.
For drivers, living in regions with mild winter conditions (temperatures rarely drop below freezing), all-season tires can be an alternative.In addition, drivers can save money and time, and reduce the effort required for seasonal tire changes .
But always remember that summer and winter tires are specifically tailored to the relevant conditions.If you are unsure about the right tire choice, please contact us for personal advice.
Summer tires
Summer tires have a dedicated rubber compound that delivers excellent grip and handling on both dry and wet roads in warmer conditions. They also have reduced rolling resistance and therefore provide greater fuel efficiency and generate less road noise.
The tread pattern on a summer tire is more streamlined than a winter tire, with fewer grooves for water clearance, maximizing the contact patch with the road. Consequently, the vehicle has superior traction and braking during dry summer months.
However, these same characteristics – the unique rubber compound and simple tread design – make summer tires unsuitable for winter driving conditions. When the temperature drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius), the compound becomes hard and brittle, and the tread design can’t adequately handle snow or ice.
Run-flat tires
Run-flat tires are one of the greatest inventions in the automotive industry since the advent of the pneumatic tire or the transition from bias-ply to radial tires.
Why is it so revolutionary? In the event of a puncture, or a sudden drop in inflation pressure, a run-flat tire will remain fully operational until the driver can make it home or to the nearest garage safely.
The functionality of a run-flat tire is provided by strong and thick reinforced sidewalls so that they can be driven on temporarily after a puncture. In general, you should be able to travel up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) on a punctured run-flat tire. But keep in mind that they’re not repairable, and you must replace it with a new tire as soon as possible.
4x4 truck tires
4x4 truck tires feature a more widely spaced tread design than conventional car tires, chiefly a larger tread block and deeper tire grooves. Standard tires perform poorly on surfaces like muddy ground because the tread quickly fills with mud and the wheel begins to spin uselessly, digging the tire deeper and deeper into a hole.
By comparison, 4x4 truck tires have better traction on tough terrains like mud, grass, and snow without the tread area becoming clogged.
Winter tires
Winter tires provide outstanding grip on road surfaces covered with snow and ice, as well as wet roads in cold conditions.
The tread compound of a winter tire contains more natural rubber, so it doesn’t harden when the temperature drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius). Instead, it stays flexible and limber in cold climates to reduce the stopping distance when braking.
The tread design has deeper blocks that will dig into snow and ice to provide more grip. The winter tire also has a lot of sipes, which are excellent for clearing water and slush from the path of the car and mitigating the risk of hydroplaning.
Winter tires shouldn't be used for the summer season, however. The compound is far too soft for dry asphalt, meaning it will wear out quicker. Moreover, the increased rolling resistance will lead to higher fuel consumption and road buzz.
purchase guide
Fast facts: New tire checklist
- Check your vehicle documentation for compatible tire types.
- Tire size is defined by width, diameter, and the height-to-width aspect ratio.
- The load index tells you how much load your vehicle is able to support.
- The speed rating tells you the maximum speed the tire is capable of.
- Fit the same model and brand of tire on all four wheel positions.
- The performance and handling of your vehicle depend on the tires. After all, tires are the only contact between the car and the road.
So, when it's time to buy a set of new tires for your vehicle, there are multiple factors you'll want to take into consideration, including your driving style, budget, and the region where you live.
Key requirements
Look at the tires your car has now and use that as a starting point.We strongly recommend that a vehicle uses the same tires on each wheel position. This uniformity is decisive to maintaining performance and control.
Tire size is provided as width, diameter, and height-to-width aspect ratio. The width is a three-digit number measuring the number of millimeters from one sidewall to the other (1). The ratio means the percentage between the width of the tire and height of the sidewall (2).
Tires can also vary in construction, indicated by the letter R-radial (3). Until the 1970s, cross-ply tires were the most common; they have a casing made from rubberized cord plies with edges wrapped around the bead wire. In modern car engineering, the radial tire has completely replaced the cross-ply tire. The cords in a radial tire casing run perpendicular to the direction of travel. Viewed from the side, the cords run radially – giving the tire its name.
The diameter, specified in inches, must match the wheel size of your vehicle (4).The load index represents how much weight a tire can carry. Passenger tires have load indices spanning from 75 to 105. Look up the index to determine the weight, then multiply it by the number of tires to get the total load supported.
The speed rating, denoted as a letter on the sidewall (5), is the maximum speed the tire is capable of. Be aware that tires with a higher maximum speed usually tend to have faster tread wear. The speed rating must be at least as high as the vehicle's maximum.
The car manufacturer also provides you with information on the ideal tire pressure for optimal operation of the car. Be very careful if operating a tire near its maximum rated pressure; it changes vehicle handling and increases tire wear.
Be sure to check the sidewall for other information like load capacity (6), safety codes and association icons. They tell you whether it's approved for your country and meets common quality standards.The first requirement when choosing new tires is that they are compatible with your vehicle. Your owner's manual and documentation will contain a list of compatible tire types. You can also find the key characteristics of a tire on its sidewall.
Optional considerations
Taken together, the key requirements for a tire narrow down your selection. But passenger tires still have many other options. Choosing the right tire for you depends on your driving style and budget.
Are you looking for a quiet, comfortable ride? Tires in this category have a tire tread designed to minimize noise. But the tread rubber may be softer, which increases the rate of wear. Therefore, quiet tires are best suited for paved roads.
Or perhaps you're looking for tires that offer the best fuel efficiency? These tires have a tread with lower rolling resistance which provides substantially improved fuel mileage.
If you drive on unpaved roads or enjoy some off-roading, tire versatility is essential. An all-terrain tire may be enough. Or you may consider the added sidewall protection of an off-road tire. Many specialty truck tires, such as mud tires, offer added traction for various terrains.
Original equipment manufacturer tires
Your car comes with preinstalled tires. These are the original equipment (OE) tires chosen by the vehicle manufacturer, which meet their exact requirements having undergone a series of rigorous tests. OE tires can be new designs, tweaks to an existing tire, or a preferred choice of stock tire. For many drivers, picking OE tires for their vehicle is a simple, fuss-free option.
Winter, summer, and all-season tires
Driving conditions vary throughout the year. So, when it’s time to buy new tires, the first thing you should do is consider the climate where you live. Depending on your region’s climate, it may be better to alternate between a set of summer and winter tires, or it could be sufficient to stick with all-season tires.
Winter tires have a tread pattern designed to be effective on snow and slush and are able to withstand freezing temperatures. Most importantly, they offer improved handling and shorter braking distances on snow and ice.
Summer tires offer excellent road grip, handling, and shorter braking distances on dry roads and are also able to handle slippery roads following heavy rain.
All-season tires work in a variety of conditions. For drivers, living in regions with mild winter conditions (temperatures rarely drop below freezing), all-season tires can be an alternative. All-season tires offer safety and premium performance. In addition, drivers can save cost, time and reduce efforts required for seasonal tire changes.
4x4 truck tires
4x4 truck tires feature a more widely spaced tread design than conventional car tires, chiefly a larger tread block and deeper tire grooves. Standard tires perform poorly on surfaces like muddy ground because the tread quickly fills with mud and the wheel begins to spin uselessly, digging the tire deeper and deeper into a hole.
By comparison, 4x4 truck tires have better traction on tough terrains like mud, grass, and snow without the tread area becoming clogged.
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PROSPERO TIRE SHOPS
Prospero Tire Shops specializes in offering new and retreaded tire sales and automotive services.
- Light mechanical work
- Computerized Alignment
- Digital Balancing
- Oil and filter change
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