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

15 Best High Performance Tires for Sports Cars
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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How to Read Tire Ratings: A Simple Guide That Could Save Your Life

How to Read Tire Ratings: A Simple Guide
Posted Jan-24-26 at 2:16 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn how to decode tire ratings, speed ratings, load indexes, and UTQG specs to make safer tire choices and protect yourself on the road.

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Top 5 Off-Road Tires for Adventurous Drivers

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

7 Best All-Terrain Tires for SUVs
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

Assurance WeatherReady 2 vs. 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

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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What to Ask When Buying Tires: Expert Tips to Save Money [2026 Guide]

What to Ask When Buying Tires
Posted Jan-20-26 at 4:34 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn the essential questions to ask when buying tires. Get expert tips on matching tires to your driving habits, weather needs, and budget for the best value.

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5 New Eco-Friendly Tires That Cut Fuel Costs

5 New Eco-Friendly Tires That Cut Fuel Costs
Posted Jan-18-26 at 5:52 PM By Hank Feldman
Discover 5 top eco-friendly tires that slash fuel costs while using sustainable materials. Compare Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental, and Pirelli options.

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How to Choose Snow Tires: A Driver's Guide to Winter Safety

How to Choose Snow Tires
Posted Jan-16-26 at 2:47 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn how to choose the right snow tires for your vehicle with our complete guide covering winter tire types, features, costs, and expert selection tips.

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What Tires Have the Most Road Noise? Road Noise Test Results

What Tires Have the Most Road Noise?
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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How Often Should Tires Be Replaced? A Mechanic's Guide to Safer Driving

How Often Should Tires Be Replaced?
Posted Jan-14-26 at 2:19 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn when to replace your tires, check tread depth with the penny test, and spot warning signs. Expert tips on tire maintenance and safety.

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Which is better, Bridgestone or Goodyear? Best Value for Your Money

Which is better, Bridgestone or Goodyear?
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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How to Choose Off-Roading Tires: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide

How to Choose Off-Roading Tires
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?

Trailer Tires vs Car Tires
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

Are Michelin Tires Worth the Extra Money?
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

Is it Worth It to Buy Cheap Tires?
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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What Is the Difference Between OEM and Aftermarket Tires?

Difference Between OEM and Aftermarket Tires
Posted Jan-08-26 at 8:02 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn the key differences between OEM and aftermarket tires, including cost savings up to 50%, performance trade-offs, and which option fits your driving needs.

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What Specifications Do I Need to Know Before Buying New Wheels?

What Do I Need to Know Before Buying Wheels
Posted Jan-08-26 at 6:20 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn the essential wheel specs you need before buying - bolt pattern, offset, diameter, and load ratings - to ensure perfect fitment and safe performance.

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What Are All-Terrain Tires Good For? An Expert Guide

What Are All-Terrain Tires Good For?
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

What Are the Best Tires for Snow?
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

Are Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Tires Good?
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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Will Aftermarket Wheels Void My Warranty? What Car Manufacturers Don't Tell You

Will Aftermarket Wheels Void My Warranty?
Posted Jan-06-26 at 3:00 PM By Dennis Feldman
Find out if aftermarket wheels void your warranty. Learn the federal laws protecting your rights and smart strategies to customize with confidence.

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Is the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife Tire a Good Tire? The Truth After 50,000 Miles

Is the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife Tire a Good Tire
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

Are Blizzak Tires Any Good?
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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How Does a Tire and Rim Warranty Work? Hidden Benefits You're Missing Out

How Does a Tire and Rim Warranty Work?
Posted Jan-05-26 at 3:32 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn how tire and rim warranties actually work, what's covered, maintenance requirements, and hidden benefits most drivers never claim.

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