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Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max

Approximate retail price:

$93

Summary: The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max has a 65,000 mile tread wear warranty. This tire is suitable for many late model coupes and sedans.

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About - Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max
The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max is part of the tire test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, performance all season tire models like the Assurance Fuel Max are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Dry braking: Dry braking is from 60 to 0 mph. Wet braking: Wet braking is from 40 to 0 mph or 60 to 0 mph. Refer to the wet braking iText at the top of the Ratings chart for the specific speed used. Handling: Handling includes how well the tires gripped in an avoidance maneuver involving a swerve into the left lane and back into the right lane; dry and wet cornering grip; and subjective steering feel.

About - Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max

The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max is part of the tire test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, performance all season tire models like the Assurance Fuel Max are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Dry braking:: Dry braking is from 60 to 0 mph.
Wet braking:: Wet braking is from 40 to 0 mph or 60 to 0 mph. Refer to the wet braking iText at the top of the Ratings chart for the specific speed used.
Handling:: Handling includes how well the tires gripped in an avoidance maneuver involving a swerve into the left lane and back into the right lane; dry and wet cornering grip; and subjective steering feel.

About This Brand
Goodyear claims to be the best-selling tire-maker in North America and is one of the leading tire manufacturers in the world. In 2008, it ranked third behind Michelin and Bridgestone for global tire sales. Based in Akron, Ohio, Goodyear is a major supplier of original and replacement tires and sells tires for most applications. Founded in 1898, Goodyear owns the Dunlop and Kelly-Springfield brands of tires sold in the United States. Goodyear and Dunlop have often been top picks in our Ratings.

About This Brand

Goodyear claims to be the best-selling tire-maker in North America and is one of the leading tire manufacturers in the world. In 2008, it ranked third behind Michelin and Bridgestone for global tire sales. Based in Akron, Ohio, Goodyear is a major supplier of original and replacement tires and sells tires for most applications. Founded in 1898, Goodyear owns the Dunlop and Kelly-Springfield brands of tires sold in the United States. Goodyear and Dunlop have often been top picks in our Ratings.

Features & Specs - Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max
Speed rating Speed rating. This letter denotes the maximum sustainable speed and is found directly after the load index. For S-speed-rated tires, it's 112 mph; for T, 118 mph. Speed ratings for other tires include Q, 99 mph; H, 130 mph; V, 149 mph; and Z, 150 mph plus. While such speeds may seem wildly impractical, tires with higher speed ratings tend to provide better handling at legal speed limits. Choose tires that have a speed rating at least as high as the one specified on your vehicle's placard. Speed rating	H
Treadwear warranty Commonly used by tire manufacturers to market tires, the warranty describes the typical tread life of the tire. Consumers should view the warranty an indicator of tread life only. Actual mileage will vary with vehicle type, driving style, road, and weather conditions, just to name a few variables. Nearly all treadwear warranties are based on pro-rated amount based on the usable tread worn off the tire. Treadwear warranty	65000
UTQG treadwear UTQGS, which stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, is a federal government required grading system for passenger tires excluding winter tires. Key information includes Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature appearing on the sidewall of a tire. UTQG treadwear, an index developed by the government, compares a tire's tread life with that of a reference tire graded at 100. A tire with a grade of 300 is predicted to last three times as long as one graded at 100. Treadwear grades are just one indicator of tread life, but actual tire life will vary due to a number of factors including road conditions, driving habits, vehicle, and maintenance. UTQG treadwear	580
UTQG traction UTQGS, which stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, is a federal government required grading system for passenger tires excluding winter tires. Key information includes Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature appearing on the sidewall of a tire. UTQG traction indicates the tire's ability to stop on a wet surface with Government grades of AA, A, B, C, from best to worst. UTQG traction	A
UTQG temperature UTQGS, which stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, is a federal government required grading system for passenger tires excluding winter tires. Key information includes Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature appearing on the sidewall of a tire. UTQG temperature indicates the tire's ability to resist heat build-up under test conditions with Government grades of A, B, C, from best to worst. UTQG temperature	A
Size tested The size of the tested model. Size tested	(P)215/60R16
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User Reviews - Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max

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ncgirl

from

Bedford, VA

1.0

I would not buy this tire again

5/9/2012

Pros

Value

Cons

Handling

Noise

Ride comfort

Best Uses

Comment:

I bought these tires 12/2010 and had my 1st blowout 9/2011 and another one today 5/2012. Both times was from a cut in the tire close to the sidewall so of course it can't be patched.I will not buy Goodyear again. As far as gas mileage goes I did not see a difference. Safety comes first over gas mileage and these tires are NOT safe in my book.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

classicjetta

from

Columbus, OH

4.0

Delivers promised fuel economy

4/3/2012

Pros

Fuel Economy

Value

Cons

So-so handling

Best Uses

Comment:

I've had these Goodyear Fuel Max tires going on three years now. Overall I'm satisfied with them, but I do have a few quibbles. First the good: The fuel economy on my 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5L has definitely improved over time. I'll note that when new, the improvement was very modest but has improved as the tires wear down (typical of all tires). If I drive conservatively on a lower speed (55-60 mph) expressway, I'll see absurdly good mileage; I've reached 37 mpg twice (car is rated at 30 mpg highway per pre-2008 EPA method). Around the city, there isn't quite as much difference. On the downside, handling is definitely lackluster. I bought my Jetta because I enjoy driving and these tires make the car less entertaining on twisty roads. The car certainly isn't bad to drive now, just humdrum. In fact, my set of dedicated winter tires actually handles better than these do. Otherwise, the tires are average at everything else (noise, ride, wet traction, braking). Not bad, mind you, just not outstanding. If you're willing to give up a bit in performance for improved fuel economy, these tires are a good choice.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

68 Mustang Man

from

Indianapolis, IN

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Better than OEM Tire

3/6/2012

Pros

Dry grip

Noise

Ride comfort

Wet grip

Winter traction

Cons

Handling

Best Uses

Comment:

I replaced the OEM Dunlops on my 2008 Toyota Tacoma Access cab pick up at 30k miles since they were not wearing good at all. I have 45K on the truck now and the tires are wearing evenly with plenty of tread still showing. I have had them rotated at 5K miles and the truck aligned each spring which helps and the tire dealer recommended. The noise level is low and the winter and wet traction is very good. Handling is OK. Don't expect it to be a performance tire. I haven't gotten a noticable increase in fuel economy, but it's not worse than before. I'm going to put a set on my 2010 Fusion when the current tires wear out. Overall, it's a good tire for the price.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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