How we rate tires

We make tire decisions carefully which is why we only have tire ratings for tire experts like us.

It’s hard to know which tires are the best for your car. You don’t want to make a mistake and end up with a set of tires that won’t work well for you.

Not only do you have to worry about the type of tire, but you also have to think about things like size, load rating, speed rating and more. It can be really confusing!

We’ve done all the hard work for you. Our website compared a broad range of expert reviews and customer ratings to find the top-rated all-season tires available in the United States. We chose tires that are known for their versatility, durability, ride comfort and long tread life so that you can tackle the roads ahead with confidence.

Our tire rating methodology is based on over 40 data points which fall into the five major categories.

Consumer Satisfaction

We analyze consumers reviews to see what their experience was with the tire models in each of these brands.

Industry Professionals

We surveyed people who work in the industry, like mechanics and industry professionals for their opinions about tire brands.

Government Reporting

We looked at statistics reported for safety, tire recalls and durability to find out which tires are best quality.

Tire Quality and Engineering

A tire brand’s overall quality and engineering or innovation influenced a consumer’s decision to purchase.

Performance

Car experts looked at how tire models from these brands performed in a variety of weather conditions.