pls how do i identify the best and quality tire for car

It should be written on the sidewall of the tire if you can read the label.

Check the link, talks about the ratings based on wear, traction, and ability of tire to withstand temperature.

http://www.safercar.gov/Vehicle+Shoppers/Tires/Tires+Rating

If your tire is made in chine underground market, goodluck.

@Op
I agree tyres are expensive. I dont know if the local plants still manufacture tyres?

I will suggest you stick to popular brands with good quality contol and proven track record of producing good quality tyres.

You might be looking at the following:

1. Michelin
2. Dunlop

The above are quite good for cars. if you looking at SUVs you might consider:
1. Pirelli
2. Continental

Be cautious in the open market when buying all alternates.
Purchase from trusted dealers so if you ever have issues you can always go back to them.

If you can afford it avoid fairly used. (it used to be okay when upon visual inspection and coin check you find some with some miles to go) These days anything goes and they are the frequent cause of tyre bursts.

@Sultaan
Nice one

I bought 4 new MAXXIS Tyres from the Authorized dealer during the Lagos int'l trade fair of 2011.
Having flogged the Tyres up and down Naija roads, they still look minty, and never had a single issue.
I can't remember the name of the dealer though, because I'm sure those criminal minded traders will likely have the fake China versions on display.

cecegorz: I bought 4 new MAXXIS Tyres from the Authorized dealer during the Lagos int'l trade fair of 2011.
Having flogged the Tyres up and down Naija roads, they still look minty, and never had a single issue.
I can't remember the name of the dealer though, because I'm sure those criminal minded traders will likely have the fake China versions on display.

Pls, can u giv me d contact of d Maxxis Tyre Dealer?