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Tire lookup To assist consumers purchasing new vehicles or replacement tires, NHTSA has rated more than 2,400 lines of tires, including most used on passenger cars, minivans, SUVs and light pickup trucks. Consumers can select a tire brand from the drop-down menu below.
This grading system, known as the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS), allows consumers to compare tire treadwear, traction performance, and temperature resistance. The federal government requires tire manufacturers to grade their tires in these three areas and place the information on the sidewall of the tire. Understanding the treadwear grade Understanding the traction grade Understanding the temperature grade |