Best Car Tires of 2024
CR’s experts spotlight the best car tires in every category, from all-season to winter/snow
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Tires look simple and can easily be taken for granted, but their design can be quite sophisticated, from the rubber compound chemistry to the tread design. That’s where CR plays a key role. Through our tests, we can reveal important differences that shoppers could not otherwise discern, such as how performance varies by braking, handling, ride, noise, and even fuel economy.
Our experts have examined the data from our extensive tire test program to select the best car tires in several key categories, from all-season to performance winter/snow tires. These choices are based on the tire models with the highest Overall Score, which is calculated based on track tests, lab evaluations, and member surveys for satisfaction.
“Testing tires is a massive undertaking,” says Ryan Pszczolkowski, CR’s tire program manager, “but the results can empower our members to make smart decisions in choosing the right tire for their needs. And it gives us the confidence to name these models as the very best car tires available today.”
How CR Tests Car Tires
Consumer Reports tests more than 40 tire models every year, including those suited for cars, SUVs, and trucks. This massive program involves the purchase, installation, and evaluation of about 800 tires every 12 months.
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Best Car Tires
Below, we highlight the best SUV and truck tires in several key categories.
