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Best Tire Brands of 2026<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Consumer Reports’ test results reveal which companies make the best-performing tires<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Jeff S. Bartlett<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Updated January 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are significant performance differences among tire brands and models, particularly in grip and tread life, based on Consumer Reports\u2019 extensive tire testing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe best tires shine for impressive braking, handling, and hydroplaning resistance. For all-season and winter tires, snow traction and stopping on ice are important in our scores,\u201d says Ryan Pszczolkowski, Consumer Reports\u2019 tire program manager. \u201cAnd the best brands are those whose tires consistently shine in those areas.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To steer you in the right direction when choosing replacement tires, we analyzed the test results of 129 models to rate the 18 brands from which we tested four or more models. The final result is based on the average Overall Score for the tested tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe top brands can be a great place for shoppers to start,\u201d says Gordon Gingras, an automotive engineer at Consumer Reports. But he recommends checking with the specific tire ratings<\/a> for the category because they reveal not only the best-performing model but also how tires perform in each test, so you can find the models that shine in the areas that matter most to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tires we test come from these categories: all-season tires<\/a>; ultra-high-performance (UHP) all-season<\/a> and UHP summer tires<\/a>; all-season SUV tires<\/a>; all-season<\/a> and all-terrain truck tires<\/a>; winter\/snow car<\/a> and truck tires<\/a>; and performance winter\/snow tires<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below we\u2019ve spotlighted the top four brands and listed recommended tires from each across all the categories we test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How CR Tests Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our tests measure performance in braking, comfort, handling, hydroplaning (when water gets between the tire and the pavement), noise, snow traction, and other important areas. We test braking on ice at a local skating rink (shown above), and an outside lab assesses rolling resistance, which affects fuel economy. Plus, we evaluate tread life by driving thousands of miles on a road course in western Texas and use that information to predict tread life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Combined, this extensive information can help you find the best tires from 30 tested brands, including BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Cooper, Falken, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kumho, Michelin, Nexen, Nitto, Nokian <\/a>Tyres, Pirelli, Sumitomo, Toyo, Uniroyal, Vredestein, and Yokohama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A tire must excel at performance and safety in our tests to earn a Consumer Reports recommendation, a distinction noted in our dynamic ratings chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tire Brand Report Card<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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No. 1: Michelin. Score: 72<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Michelin is at or near the top of most tire categories we test. Typically, its models offer a good mix of grip, handling, and long tread life. And even though Michelins are often among the most expensive tires, they tend to be a good value when factoring in performance and tread life. All eight tested models earn a CR recommendation. A standout is the Michelin CrossClimate2, an all-weather tire that provides winter traction without needing to be removed when snow season ends. It\u2019s in the all-season SUV category, but it\u2019s also suitable for cars. Other top-rated Michelin tires include the Defender2 all-season tire and the Pilot Sport All-Season 4 ultra-high-performance tire.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Recommended Michelin Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 All-season: <\/strong>Defender2<\/a> and Primacy Tour A\/S<\/a>
\u2022 All-season SUV:<\/strong> CrossClimate2<\/a>
\u2022 All-terrain terrain:<\/strong> LTX A\/T 2<\/a>
\u2022 UHP all-season: <\/strong>Pilot Sport All-Season 4<\/a>
\u2022 UHP summer: <\/strong>Pilot Sport 4S<\/a>
\u2022 Winter\/snow: <\/strong>X-Ice Snow<\/a>
\u2022 Performance winter\/snow: <\/strong>Pilot Alpin PA4<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No. 2: Continental. Score: 69<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Continental tires often rank among the best, but not always, underscoring the value of checking the ratings for specific models. All seven tested Continentals earned a CR recommendation. The brand is particularly strong in truck tires, with the TerrainContact H\/T being our top all-season truck tire and the TerrainContact A\/T being the highest-rated all-terrain truck tire.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Continental TerrainContact H\/T
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Recommended Continental Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 All-season: <\/strong>Continental TrueContact Tour 54<\/a>
\u2022 SUV all-season: <\/strong>CrossContact LX25<\/a>
\u2022 Truck all-season: <\/strong>TerrainContact H\/T<\/a>
\u2022 Truck all-terrain: <\/strong>TerrainContact A\/T<\/a>
\u2022 UHP all-season: <\/strong>ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus<\/a>
\u2022 UHP summer: <\/strong>ExtremeContact Sport 02<\/a>
\u2022 Winter\/snow:<\/strong> VikingContact 7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No. 3: Vredestein. Score: 68<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the name may not be familiar to many U.S. shoppers, Vredestein is among the world\u2019s oldest tire manufacturers. This European company has been building tires for more than a century, and it shows. All seven tested Vredestein models are recommended. In fact, Vredesteins typically rank among the top tires in any category they compete in.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Recommended Vredestein Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 All-season: <\/strong>Quatrac Pro+<\/a>
\u2022 All-season SUV: <\/strong>HiTrac<\/a>
\u2022 All-season truck: <\/strong>Pinza HT<\/a>
\u2022 All-terrain terrain: <\/strong>Pinza AT<\/a>
\u2022 UHP all-season: <\/strong>HyperTrac All Season<\/a>
\u2022 UHP summer:<\/strong> Ultrac Pro<\/a>
\u2022 Performance winter\/snow:<\/strong> Wintrac Pro<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No. 4: General. Score: <\/em>67<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1915, General Tire is now a division of Continental AG. In our tests, the brand has become synonymous with value. General models are typically strong performers that deliver good performance for the money. We recommend six tested tires. A couple of stars are the Altimax Grabber HTS60 all-season truck and G-Max RS UHP summer tires. Both tires are among the tops in their category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recommended General Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 All-season: <\/strong>Altimax RT45<\/a>
\u2022 All-season truck: <\/strong>Grabber HTS60<\/a>
\u2022 UHP summer: <\/strong>G-Max RS<\/a>
\u2022 UHP all-season:<\/strong> General G-Max AS-07<\/a>
\u2022 Winter\/snow truck: <\/strong>Grabber Arctic<\/a>
\u2022 Winter\/snow: <\/strong>Altimax Arctic 12<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(C144539) Reprinted with permission from Consumer Reports \u00a92026. This reprint does not imply an endorsement or sponsorship of any product, service, company or organization. Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. For complete reviews, articles, tips and recommendations go to ConsumerReports.org to become a member. Do not edit or alter this reprint in any fashion. Reproductions are not permitted.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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