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Pricey tires.(Letter to the editor)
In the June 2008 Up Front article "Consider a Snappier Prius," I see no mention of the fact that the 16-inch tires for the Touring model are performance tires and thus more expensive to replace than the base version 15-inch tires. I realize buying tires isn't a frequent expense, but CR should note models that require performance tires when reviewing automobiles so consumers can know more about the ...
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