Who doesn’t want more bang for their buck?! I know I do. So, how do you know you are getting the best value on your Tires? Well, let me tell you.
Most people purchase Tires based on mileage warranty, mileage warranties are based on optimal road conditions, i.e., Test Track conditions. Greenville would be considered Severe Road conditions. So, Tire Mileage Warranty is basically a marketing strategy, because really, who knows what UTQG means? Well, let me tell you…
UTQG stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading, which is a set of standards for Passenger Car Tires created by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 1978. The UTQG helps consumers compare tires based on three factors: Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature. The ratings are required to appear on the sidewall of all tires sold in the US since March 31, 1979, as part of the DOT approval process.
So, when you investigate purchasing tires you need to look at the UTQG. The higher the tread number the meatier the tire. Example: 320AA, 400AA, 560AA – the higher tread rating would be 560AA. The 400 and the 560 have the same 45,000-mile warranty, however they will not wear the same.
When purchasing your Tires don’t let the 65,000-mile warranty fool you, check the tread rating and you will get more bang for your buck!
