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automotive1 month ago•15 min saved

Michelin Dominates Consumer Reports' 2026 Tire Lineup

Consumer Reports' 2026 tire guide spans all-season, EV, ultra-high-performance, and winter tires, with Michelin Defender2 leading the all-season category, Hankook Ion Evo AS topping EV tires, Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 and Pilot Sport 4 S winning their respective UHP categories, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 as the top winter tire, and Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 as the top performance winter tire; prices, tread life, and owner satisfaction vary across picks.

via Jalopnik|

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automotive2 years ago•1 min saved

The Impact of Tire Width on Winter Performance

A test conducted by Tyre Reviews found that the debate between wider and narrower winter tires is largely inconsequential. While there were slight differences in acceleration, braking, and lap times, the variances were so minimal that they would likely go unnoticed by the average driver. The study concluded that the choice of a good winter tire brand is more important than the specific tire size.

via Motor1 |

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automotive2 years ago•2 min saved

The Impact of Tire Width on Winter Performance

A test conducted by Tyre Reviews compared the performance of winter tires of varying widths on the same car. While the narrowest tire had the advantage of extra sidewall comfort, the data showed that the second-narrowest tire performed the best overall. However, the differences in performance were small, suggesting that tire compound and tread pattern have a greater impact on winter performance than tire width.

via CarScoops|

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