Best Treadwear

Not too long ago, finding a tire with a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty was not easy. Modern construction methods, advanced tread compounds and other technology has lead to tires that can wear for even longer. With treadwear warranties on some replacement tires approaching 100,000 miles, they may…

…a little too much speed through the corners. It continued to hang on well even with a little too much slip angle, but begins to show some rapid treadwear when pushed too hard. For a complete recap of our test, read "Testing the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 - Can It Set a New Performance Benchmark…

…categories. However, most crossover and SUV drivers are looking for tires that can deliver all-season traction, good treadwear, respectable ride quality and long treadlife. Tires that best deliver these results fall into the Highway All-Season and Crossover/SUV Touring All-Season categories. Highway…

…many vehicles. The EcoPlus Technology's all-season tread compound features Continental's Tg-F Polymers and +Silane additives to improve treadwear, fuel efficiency and traction on slippery roads. This tire is offered with an 80,000-mile treadlife warranty. Michelin's Defender features…

…in cold temperatures. These are key ingredients in an all-season tire to be used in winter and wet weather conditions. Continental's tuned treadwear indicators are molded in the tread design as "DWS" on their ExtremeContact DWS tire. A visible "DWS" indicates the tire has…

…in bad weather traction. Michelin's Energy Saver A/S optimizes rolling resistance to slightly enhance fuel economy. Both have very good treadwear and rate well in our customer surveys, but the Goodyear is currently higher. Two strong contenders, however the Goodyear wins with superior traction…

…In the past, the best a driver could hope for, in regards to treadwear, was an option that lasted approximately 20,000 miles. This was the case for so long that it has become a common misconception that all low profile tires or tires with a high speed rating have rapid treadwear. On the contrary,…

…need, and of course, how much treadwear and ride you're willing give up. Take a look at the options available in the following two performance categories to help with your decision. Max Performance Summer Tires in this category are the best of the best. They're offered by manufacturers…

…all-season tread compound, the PureContact with EcoPlus Technology incorporates Continental's Tg-F Polymers and +Silane additives to improve treadwear, fuel efficiency and traction on slippery roads. Do you want to improve the handling of your Focus? Then take a look at the Hankook Ventus S1…

…can have wear warranties as high as 90,000 miles. Very few summer tires offer a treadwear warranty. Regardless if you have summer or all-season tires, you need to know the right time to put them on. To find out when the best time is, read "When Should I Take Off My Winter / Snow Tires?".

…softer sidewalls of all-season tires is a softer, more comfortable ride, and of course, much longer treadwear. If you've already decided that you want the best handling tire regardless of treadwear, take a look at "Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position vs Michelin Pilot Super Sport."

…quietest tires offered. And the HydroEdge with Green X is one of the most successful tires in the Michelin line-up for its wet traction and long treadwear. Michelin sought to combine the success of each of these tires into one complete package. Defender tires offer the smooth, quiet ride and proven…

…the winter is the best choice for her during the colder months. * Wet grip - Spring showers will cause her to need adequate wet grip to brake, corner and accelerate properly in the rain. * Treadwear - Since Maria drives quite a bit, she's needs a tire that combines good treadwear and has enough…