The more rounded profile paddle tires can provide more traction racing up hills or down the sand drags, but the trade-off is ill handling, unpredictable side hops when you pitch the car sideways, sacrificing in all-around duning ability, specifically during turns and spins.  If you want to do what is shown in the picture to the right, the standard issue Funco Dune Sport tires we use on our turn-key cars is what we recommend any kit builders to use.

Four wheel drifts are really fun in our cars because they feel so predictable, much like an Ascot racer.  Sliding your rail will become the primary fun, something you likely haven't experienced in other 5 seat cars.  But as you build your sliding skills you can always hit something accidentally like a berm, hole, or witches eye, potentially popping the tire bead as you slide.  To prevent such a mishap we recommend bead locks be installed on all wheels for safety.  They wedge the tire bead to the rim, preventing potential bead pops.  If you're an aggressive driver bead locks are a must, and if you're safety conscious they aren't an option, it's a must have.

Front tires are an important selection because they steer the car, key to good handling.  Funco recommends a particular style of farm implement tire, with a mild inline tread, incorporating smooth surfaces.  This helps steer the car with less sand thrown into the car. These implement tires are very rugged and work great in both sand and dirt, alleviating the need to swap out for an occasional desert run.