Tad

I just bought the car a few months ago. It has just under 38,000 miles on it and I've been using the highest octane gas. Now, with gas prices so out of sight, will it hurt the car's engine or any other system if I use "regular lowest octane?" Will the car still have the same great "kick?" Will the mileage be better or worse? Many thanks.

I got the set of 4 Michelin SUV Cross Terrains at Sears. Each tire was $130.82(523.28) which includes free rotation and balance for the life of the tires. Additionally, I paid $11.96 for set of rubber stemmed valves, $8.00 local tire disposal, $4.00 - state environmental fee, $59.96 for first time balance, $59.99 for the allignment, so the grand total was $665.19 plus 6% sales tax. These tires and service extras were very expensive, but I think well worth the superior ride, Michelin quality, safety, peace of mind, and Sears' reliability.

Thanks to all who advised me and gave guidance for replacement tires on my 2000 Lexus RX300. I finally decided on the Michelin Cross Terrains and the SUV drives like a dream - soft and smooth - like riding on a cloud.

I just bought a 2000 RX300 and it needs a new set of tires. I want a beautiful, quiet, soft-as-butter Lexus-type ride...nothing bouncy, hard, or trucklike. Would you recommend the Michelin Cross Terrain SUV, the Michelin LTX M/S, the Firestone Destination LE, or something else? I do all onroad city and highway driving. Many thanks!