Do I need to replace both front and rear tires when switching to a different brand?

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When switching to tires of a different brand, you don't need to replace both front and rear tires, but you must replace both left and right tires simultaneously. Effects of not replacing in pairs: If the tires are significantly worn and you replace only one new tire instead of in pairs, it may cause issues such as vehicle pulling during driving or braking, especially noticeable on wet surfaces. This occurs because new and old tires have different grip levels, friction coefficients, and heights, leading to the aforementioned problems. Differences in tire drainage capacity can also cause hydroplaning or pulling during rainy seasons when driving through water. Tires of different brands: Tires from different brands can be mixed, but the two tires on the same axle must be identical. This means both front tires should be the same (no mixing) and both rear tires should be the same (no mixing).