Similar to what some folks are suggesting, I don't think buying tires online can save you that much money. My local tire shop is actually one of the best around where I live. They will never scratch my rims (sometimes they actually take quick pictures of the rims prior to installation if it look like a nicer rim) and the tire prices are very reasonable. Mounting and balancing is included with tire price so the price comes out to be cheaper. Also there is the hassle of carrying the tires to the shop if they do not allow drop shipping.