Least Road Noise

…drone of a loud tire during a daily commute or road trip. Besides being a nuisance, loud tire noise can keep a driver from hearing other sounds that can affect vehicle maintenance and safety. Tires that generally make the least amount of noise typically come from the following performance…

…the others, but neither were quite as crisp compared to the General. Beyond handling, the Hankook led the way for the best comfort and least amount of road noise in the group. On our 1/3-mile test track, we can replicate extreme maneuvers in both wet and dry conditions normally experienced during…

…6.6-mile loop of expressway, state highway and county roads so we could encounter a great variety of road conditions. This tire seemed to have the quietest ride when it came to impact over the expansion joints. It also had the least amount of tread noise while rolling down the highway. Cornering and…

…important safety considerations such as the tire's snow and wet traction, emergency handling and grip. Also consider comport issues such as road noise and ride quality. Treadwear is important, but keep in mind that it is just one of the above factors that a tire shopper should consider. Learn…

…the least expensive in the 235/60R18 size while giving you the chance to install a set of one of the best tires on the market on your vehicle. Ranked as the number one tire in the Grand Touring All-Season category, the Michelin Primacy MXV4 receives high marks for its ride comfort, noise comfort,…

…from their tires? A tire with excellent emergency handling for battling traffic, effective braking for sudden bottlenecks, good treadwear, low tread noise and tire efficiency for optimal fuel economy. With little rain in Southern California, wet grip isn't as critical to the selection. Based on…

…traction can be found in the On-/Off Road All-Terrain performance category. Tires in this category have deeper and more aggressive tread elements that create more biting edges on snow and ice. These more aggressive tread patterns do result in more road noise compared to their more mild mannered,…

…from cruising to cursing. Reacting to the surprise of the loud noise and a jerk of the steering wheel, many drivers' first reactions are to lift off of the accelerator, hit the brakes and quickly steer the vehicle to the side of the road. Unfortunately these typical reactions have been shown to be…

…contribution to vehicle efficiency and pass-by noise. The graphics and rating bins* used on the EU tire label are familiar to European consumers as they are already used for new cars and household appliances. Fuel Efficiency From A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) Rolling resistance is a tire…

…tires and summer tires for at least 12 years. The Xi2 is one of the best winter tire models I have purchased within that time. They are great on dry roads, low noise, good steering as compared to most winter thread. But the best comments are on the winter roads. Great traction in slush and ice,…