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15 Best High Performance Tires for Sports Cars (Track Tested for 2026)

Posted 
Jan-26-26
 at 5:31 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Our experts track tested 15 high performance tires for 2026. Find the best options for your sports car from Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone & more.
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Top 5 Off-Road Tires for Adventurous Drivers

Posted 
Jan-23-26
 at 4:22 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Discover the top 5 off-road tires for trucks and SUVs, featuring expert reviews of Falken, BFGoodrich, Cooper, Toyo, and Mickey Thompson all-terrain options.
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7 Best All-Terrain Tires for SUVs: Expert Test Results 2026

Posted 
Jan-23-26
 at 3:46 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Discover the 7 best all-terrain tires for SUVs in 2026. Expert testing reveals top performers for snow, off-road capability, and year-round driving.
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Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs. Goodyear Assurance MaxLife

Posted 
Jan-22-26
 at 1:10 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Discover which Goodyear Assurance tire fits your needs: the 85,000-mile MaxLife for value or WeatherReady 2 for all-weather confidence.
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Which is Better Michelin CrossClimate 2 or Continental All Season

Posted 
Jan-22-26
 at 12:38 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Comparing Michelin CrossClimate 2 and Continental AllSeasonContact 2 across dry, wet, and snow performance plus comfort, durability, and value.
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How to Choose Off-Road Tires: Expert Guide for Trail Warriors

Posted 
Jan-19-26
 at 1:29 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Learn how to choose the right off-road tires for your vehicle with our expert guide covering AT, MT, and RT tires plus sizing and terrain tips.
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The Hidden Engineering Behind Tire Evolution: From Bias-Ply to Modern Radials

Posted 
Jan-16-26
 at 3:24 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Discover how tire technology evolved from Goodyear's 1839 vulcanization to today's smart radials with graphene, silica compounds, and IoT sensors.
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What Tires Have the Most Road Noise? Road Noise Test Results

Posted 
Jan-15-26
 at 4:06 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Discover which tires generate the most road noise and why. We compare studded winter, mud terrain, all-terrain, performance, and SUV highway tires with real test results.
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Which is better, Bridgestone or Goodyear? Best Value for Your Money

Posted 
Jan-14-26
 at 1:49 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Comparing Bridgestone vs Goodyear tires on price, performance, and warranty. Find out which brand delivers the best value for your driving needs.
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All Terrain vs Mud Tires: The Truth About Off-Road Performance [2026]

Posted 
Jan-13-26
 at 4:43 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Discover which off-road tire fits your driving style. We compare all terrain vs mud tires across tread design, durability, fuel economy, and cost.
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How to Choose Off-Roading Tires: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide

Posted 
Jan-13-26
 at 4:14 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Learn how to pick the right off-road tires for your rig. We break down AT, MT, and RT options plus sizing, load ratings, and trail maintenance tips.
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Trailer Tires vs Car Tires: Which Should You Really Choose?

Posted 
Jan-11-26
 at 2:32 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Learn the critical differences between trailer tires and car tires, including load ratings, speed limits, and why using the wrong type creates serious safety risks.
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Are Michelin Tires Worth the Extra Money? I Tested 4 Sets Over 50,000 Miles

Posted 
Jan-10-26
 at 2:53 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

After testing 4 Michelin sets over 50,000 miles, I break down whether the premium price is justified for different drivers and budgets.
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Is it Worth It to Buy Cheap Tires? What 20,000 Miles of Testing Revealed

Posted 
Jan-10-26
 at 2:21 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

We tested budget vs premium tires over 20,000 miles. See the real safety data, stopping distances, and true cost-per-mile before your next tire purchase.
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How to Decode Tire Tread Patterns: A Beginner's Guide to What They Actually Do

Posted 
Jan-09-26
 at 4:23 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Learn how tire tread patterns affect your safety and performance. Discover grooves, blocks, sipes, and which pattern matches your driving needs.
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What Are All-Terrain Tires Good For? An Expert Guide

Posted 
Jan-07-26
 at 7:32 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Discover what all-terrain tires are good for, from highway driving to off-road adventures. Learn key benefits, trade-offs, and which vehicles work best.
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What Are the Best Tires for Snow? Real Winter Performance Results

Posted 
Jan-06-26
 at 5:23 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Discover the top-rated snow tires for 2025 with real performance data. Compare Bridgestone Blizzak, Michelin X-Ice, Nokian & more for your safest winter driving.
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Are Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Tires Good? A Race Driver's 10,000-Mile Test

Posted 
Jan-06-26
 at 4:39 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Discover how Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires perform after 10,000 miles of testing - from daily driving to track days. See real-world grip, wear, and value insights.
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Is the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife Tire a Good Tire? The Truth After 50,000 Miles

Posted 
Jan-05-26
 at 6:05 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

After 52,000 miles of real-world testing, I reveal how the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife actually performs and whether it lives up to its 85,000-mile warranty.
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Are Blizzak Tires Any Good? What 10,000 Miles in Snow Revealed

Posted 
Jan-05-26
 at 4:10 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Our 10,000-mile Blizzak tire test reveals real winter performance on snow, ice, and slush. See how they compare and if they're worth the investment.
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What is 35x12.50R24 Equivalent to? Expert Conversion Chart & Equivalents

Posted 
Jan-04-26
 at 4:38 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Learn what 35x12.50R24 equals in metric, compare it to 295/40R24 and 315/40R26, plus gear ratio and speedometer impacts for your truck.
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What Size is a 35x12 50x18? Exact Measurements Explained

Posted 
Jan-03-26
 at 1:15 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Learn the exact dimensions of 35x12.50R18 tires, metric equivalents, fitment requirements, and how these measurements affect your vehicle's performance.
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What is a 285 45R22 in Inches? Expert Tire Size Guide [With Conversion Chart]

Posted 
Jan-03-26
 at 12:14 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Find out what a 285/45R22 tire measures in inches. Get exact dimensions, conversion charts, and performance comparisons to choose the right tires.
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What tire size is 35x12 50r17? Exact Measurements You Need to Know

Posted 
Jan-02-26
 at 5:32 PM

By 
Hank Feldman

Learn the exact 35x12.50R17 tire measurements, metric equivalents, compatible rim widths, and fitment specs for your truck or SUV upgrade.
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What is a 31x10 50R15 Equivalent to? Expert Tire Size Comparison Chart

Posted 
Jan-02-26
 at 4:36 PM

By 
Dennis Feldman

Discover that 265/75R15 is the closest metric match to 31x10.50R15 with just 1.1% diameter difference. Complete size chart and fitment guide inside.
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