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    Best SUV and Truck Tires of 2023

    CR's testing reveals the ones that stand out for performance, safety, and treadwear

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    2020 Chevrolet Silverado Diesel Photo: Chevrolet

    SUV or truck owners may find it challenging to choose a replacement tire because the right one depends on how they use their vehicle. A shopper must prioritize certain performance characteristics over others. Some small SUVs can use traditional car tires, but larger SUVs and trucks need tires that can support more rigorous demands.

    We include these tire types in our test program, including all-season SUV, all-season truck, all-terrain truck, and winter/snow truck tires. Below, we highlight the best-performing models in each class to help Consumer Reports members make a smart choice with their next replacement tire purchase.

    2017 Tire Testing on Ice with Silverado

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    How We Test Tires

    Consumer Reports tests more than 40 tire models every year, including those for cars, SUVs, and trucks, totaling hundreds of individual tires.

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    We test them at our track in Connecticut for wet and dry braking and handling, ride comfort and quietness, and resistance to hydroplaning (when water gets between the tire and the pavement). We perform our snow-traction tests at our Auto Test Center and in New York state. Ice-braking evaluations are performed at a nearby skating rink. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we didnā€™t perform ice testing in 2020, so there are some tires in the ratings without this information.

    We also commission outside labs to measure each tireā€™s rolling resistance, which affects fuel economy, and extensive 16,000-mile treadwear tests are conducted on public roads in western Texas.

    Because of our extensive testing, we can offer buying advice based on actual miles driven instead of government ratings or manufacturersā€™ promises. Below, we highlight the best SUV and truck tires in several key categories.

    CR members have full access to our detailed tire ratings.

    Best SUV and Truck Tires of 2023

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    We investigate, research, and test so you can choose with confidence.