New tire ratings and a new look

Our new redesigned tire product page has launched and offers a new look and additional information that will help users make good choices in purchasing new tires. As with the previous design, subscribers can view recommended models, Ratings and overall scores, but with the enhanced functionality, you can now select each model to view a photo of the tire, see features and specifications including available sizes, as well as a “CR’s Take” and Highs and Lows of each model. We have also added User Reviews—which allows consumers to read reviews and experiences for the models you are considering or a write review yourself.

Powerful new tools have been added to the left side of the Ratings charts to take the guess work out of comparing tires. You can now filter models by Brand, Price, Feature (speed rating, warranty, etc.) and by performance Rating (dry brake, wet brake, etc.). 

We invite you to test drive our new tire section, where you’ll see new Ratings on all-season, performance all-season, and winter tires (which will appear in the November issue of Consumer Reports magazine). Michelin tires swept the categories of all-season, performance all season, and winter tires, among 69 models—the largest group ever tested by Consumer Reports. To see which models are tops our tests, check out our Ratings and recommendations (available to subscribers).

In addition to our updated Ratings, all site visitors can access our free buying advice for tips on getting started, types of tires we test, features that are important in making a tire purchase, and general tire care. Also, be sure to check out our TireTalk forum to interact with our tire engineers and other drivers.

—Gene Petersen

Comments

[Gordon Johnson]

It is important to know where to install the new tires.

All manufacturers recommendations state that the new tires should go on the back. If new tires are installed on the front (the myth as to what should be done) the sellers or installers of such tires are clearly liable for all injuries.
Attorney Gordon Johnson

[William Butler]

Excellent observation. I also observe that there is no consumer feedback or am i just missing something.

[tyre changers]

That's a great addition.I always want to have the opinion of some professionals who know more when it comes to tires.Actually,the first time i bought my tires,i'm with dad who choose the specification and size.