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General Tire — Value Performance for European Sport & All-Season Driving

Continental subsidiary offering performance and all-season tires for European platforms. General AltiMAX and Grabber lines available in Kitchener-Waterloo with expert fitment.

Serving Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and the Greater Toronto Area since 1992.

Pro Installation in Kitchener-Waterloo
24-Month Labour Warranty
(519) 894-9551

The General Tire story

General Tire is a Continental-owned subsidiary founded in 1915. While General Tire has a broad product portfolio, their performance and all-season lines serve drivers seeking capability and value. For European platform compatibility, we focus on fitments for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen vehicles where General Tire options align with your suspension and performance needs.

General Tire's engineering balances reasonable performance grip with predictable handling and tire longevity. Their AltiMAX and Grabber lines use modern tread designs and rubber compounds appropriate for European all-season and seasonal driving. Compatibility with electronic stability systems and brake systems is built into their specification approach.

At Foreign Automotive in Kitchener-Waterloo, we fit General Tire options on European platforms where fitment is appropriate for your vehicle's design. Our technicians verify proper tire pressure and alignment setup. Customers from Cambridge, Guelph, Hamilton, and the GTA work with us for expert consultation and installation. All tire installations include TPMS programming and our 24-month labour warranty.

Available by Special Order

Foreign Automotive carries the full General Tire catalog by special order. We can source any part — call us with the part number, or send your build details and we'll quote pricing, lead time, and installation.

Three ways to order General Tire

Whether you have a part number ready or you'd like our techs to spec the right setup for your car, we make it easy.

📞 Call Us
Speak with our techs about fitment, pricing, and lead time. (519) 894-9551
✉️ Send Build Details
Share your year/make/model and what you're after — we'll quote.
📍 Visit the Showroom
Drop in at 30 Adam Ferrie Pl, Kitchener-Waterloo and we'll spec it together.
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Find General Tire parts for your vehicle

Select your year, make, and model — we'll show you everything from General Tire that fits.

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More than just a parts shop

European specialists serving Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and the Greater Toronto Area since 1992. Buy with confidence — and let our certified techs install it.

Genuine Parts

Full General Tire catalog access — every part is genuine, with full manufacturer warranty support.

Pro Installation

In-house certified European-vehicle technicians install everything we sell. Drop-off, lounge, or wait — backed by our 24-month labour warranty.

MAHA Dyno On-Site

Performance work gets baseline + post-install MAHA dyno pulls so you see exactly what your investment delivered.

Canada-Wide Shipping

Most General Tire orders ship across Canada with tracking. Free local pickup at our Kitchener-Waterloo showroom (30 Adam Ferrie Pl).

General Tire — frequently asked

Common questions from General Tire customers across Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and the GTA. Don't see yours? Call us at (519) 894-9551.

Is General Tire a budget brand?
Yes — General Tire focuses on value and affordability. They offer dependable tires at budget-friendly prices.
How long do General Tire tires last?
Altimax all-season tires typically last 40,000-60,000 miles. GMax summer tires last 20,000-40,000 miles. Lifespan depends on driving conditions.
Are General Tire tires good for winter?
General Tire makes winter tire options. Dedicated winter tires are recommended for Ontario winters.
What size General Tire tires fit my car?
Tire size is determined by your factory specification (door jamb) and wheel size. We'll recommend the correct size.
Do you offer balancing and TPMS service?
Yes — fitting includes mounting, balancing, and TPMS reprogramming.
Can you repair tires?
Yes — we repair repairable punctures. Sidewall damage and large punctures require replacement.
Are General Tires street-legal?
Yes — completely street-legal and DOT-approved.
Do you serve customers outside Kitchener-Waterloo?
Yes — we fit General Tire for customers from Cambridge, Guelph, Hamilton, and the GTA. We also ship tires Canada-wide.

Ready to upgrade with General Tire?

Order online with Canada-wide shipping, or visit our Kitchener-Waterloo showroom and let our experts walk you through the full General Tire catalog. Now serving Cambridge, Guelph, and the GTA.

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