A safe car starts with good wheels and tires. When it's time for a new set for your vehicle, spend less using Discount Tire Direct coupons and promo codes and considering these money-saving tips.

Cut Your Costs With Rebates

Most of the deals you'll find on tires come in the form of rebates. Look for both manufacturer rebates and Discount Tire Direct coupons in the Promotions section of the website. If you find a rebate for the tires you've purchased, download the form, read the eligibility instructions, fill it out and return either by mail or online. In a few weeks, you'll receive a prepaid card for the amount of your rebate. Examples of Discount Tire Direct deals may include:

• $100 prepaid card when you purchase a set of four eligible Cooper tires
• $70 prepaid Mastercard when you purchase a set of four eligible Pirelli tires
• Up to a $125 Visa prepaid card when you purchase a set of four eligible Pro Comp wheels

Use Instant Savings

You can also find discounts that hit your shopping cart right away. Look for Instant Savings Discount Tire Direct offers in the Promotions section. These deals will be reflected when you check out so there's no waiting for a rebate to arrive in the mail.

Take Advantage of the Freebies

There's no sweeter word than "free" when it comes to shopping, and Discount Tire Direct offers two big freebies:

• Free shipping: Every purchase, whether shipped to your house or to one the company's qualified installers, is eligible for free shipping within the continental United States. Most in-stock items even ship the same day.
• Free mounting and balancing: If you purchase both wheels and tires, you'll receive free mounting and balancing at participating installers.

Take Advantage of Price Matching

Discount Tire Direct matches or beats competitors' prices, including associated costs such as shipping. If you find a lower total price elsewhere, contact the Call Center or click the Found it Lower? link from the page with the product in question. A representative will call you within one business day to offer you a deal.