Which Brand of Car Tires is Wear-Resistant and Low-Noise?
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Every brand offers quiet tires. However, wear-resistant tires are inevitably harder, and higher hardness leads to greater road noise. It's impossible to have both silence and wear resistance, but car owners can choose a tire that strikes a better balance between the two. Here are two wear-resistant tires with relatively low noise: Goodyear's TripleMax: The TripleMax tire is a product that combines comfort, quietness, handling, and wear resistance, making it one of the most outstanding tires in Goodyear's lineup in terms of overall performance. The rubber cushion effectively reduces noise, while the sturdy tire shoulders enhance handling performance and extend the tire's lifespan. Michelin ENERGY XM2 (Tough and Quiet): Primarily designed for small and medium-sized sedans. Specially tailored for Chinese road conditions, its advantages include safety, durability, and long mileage. It also features fuel-saving capabilities while maintaining comfort and quietness.
Having driven for so many years, I've tried quite a few tire brands. The Michelin Primacy 4 has an incredibly high wear resistance index, with plenty of tread left even after 80,000 kilometers, and it's so quiet on the highway that you can even hear the wind by the window. The Continental UC7 has added soundproofing foam on the sides, reducing the rumbling noise over speed bumps by half. The Dunlop VE303 is especially suitable for frequent urban and rural road driving, offering stable grip and quietness. If you're on a budget, the Hankook Ventus H462 offers great value for money, with no change in tire noise even after two years of driving. Before changing tires, remember to check your car's original specifications, and getting the tire pressure right can reduce noise by another 3 decibels.
Taking kids out is always stressful when the car is noisy, so I'm extra careful when choosing tires. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 has just the right balance of softness and firmness, with a treadwear rating of 780, making long-distance drives effortless—even the kids sleep soundly in the back. The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 features self-controlled braking technology, ensuring quiet stops even in the rain. The Pirelli Cinturato P7 is ideal for northern regions, providing steady performance in snow and ice. Domestic brands like Chaoyang One have made significant progress, with noise-reducing tread patterns that are quite impressive. Remember to check tread depth monthly; replace them once they wear down to 1.6mm.
