Where can I get the latest tire ratings?
CR members can find the latest, complete ratings on the tire model pages. Upgrade to read the full article and get access to digital ratings. We investigate, research, and test so you can choose with confidence. Become a member to read the full article and get access to digital ratings.
Which is the best tire on the market?
Michelin’s Pilot Sport 4S is our Golden Wrench winner and top pick for Best Performance Tire on the market today. This superior tire scored the highest marks for flexibility, grip and traction. The Pilot Sport 4S is a precision tool that offers spectacular performance.
What should tread depth be for winter tires?
(See the latest tire ratings .) To assess the impact of tread depth on winter traction, we compared the performance of three popular all-season tires—one set with full tread and one with only half the tread left. For tire geeks, a half-tread depth tire has typically 5/32- to 6/32-inch of tread depth remaining.
How many tires does Consumer Reports test a year?
Consumer Reports tests more than 50 tire models every year, including those for cars, SUVs, and trucks. (In 2020, we bought more than 550 tires for our tests.)
CR members can find the latest, complete ratings on the tire model pages. Upgrade to read the full article and get access to digital ratings. We investigate, research, and test so you can choose with confidence. Become a member to read the full article and get access to digital ratings.
Michelin’s Pilot Sport 4S is our Golden Wrench winner and top pick for Best Performance Tire on the market today. This superior tire scored the highest marks for flexibility, grip and traction. The Pilot Sport 4S is a precision tool that offers spectacular performance.
(See the latest tire ratings .) To assess the impact of tread depth on winter traction, we compared the performance of three popular all-season tires—one set with full tread and one with only half the tread left. For tire geeks, a half-tread depth tire has typically 5/32- to 6/32-inch of tread depth remaining.
When do you know you need to replace your tires?
Certainly when any one tire groove is at 2/32-inch, it’s worn-out and needs immediate replacement. You can check by using a penny—the distance between the top of Lincoln’s head is 2/32-inch. All-season tires perform well for more modest snow conditions.