Goodyear Assurnce Tires

[Turtleman]

Well, I did it – bought a set of four 205/60-15 ComforTreds for my
1999 Mazda 626. So far so good, though I've driven very few miles and
not nearly fast enough to really form an opinion. I'll report back
within 30 days, which is how long I have to decide to keep or trade
them in for something else. Got a good deal at Discount Tire,
including the $75 grocery rebate card. (Last day for this was July
17, although Discount Tire still offers a $50 rebate on these tires
through through Aug. 7).


POSTED A FEW DAYS AGO:

Not finding a whole lot of comments about the Assurance ComforTred,
and this being the last day for the $75 grocery rebate, I went ahead
and bought a set of four through Discount Tire. Unfortunately, they
didn't have but one in stock, so I'll bring the car back on Monday
morning. (I live within walking distance, so it's no big deal.) And
since Discount Tire will apply the cost for something else within 30
days if I don't like them, I figure my risk is minimal. I'll post my
comments here after I try them for awhile. Wish me luck!

 

[Infoquest]

I got a set of Goodyear Assurance TripleTred for my 97 Subaru Outback and
love them. I have 3000+ miles on them and am still very happy. The only
thing left is to test them in the snow. Here is my previous post...

I went looking and researching for a tire that would really deliver on it
all, such as dry and wet braking and handling, winter driving/traction and a
quiet ride. Some leading recommendations were Michelin HydroEdge, Toyo
Spectrum, Goodyear Triple Tread and BigO Euro Tour. I came close to getting
the Michelin HydroEdge, but the reviews were just too mixed. I read the
design and logic behind the Goodyear Triple Tread and talked to a number of
tire shops. When I told different tires shops what I was looking for, they
kept recommending this tire. Finally, I talked to a person at one tire shop
that got a chance to demo them and loved them. I decided to take the risk
and be one of the first to give the tire a try. I have put 1,000 miles on
them and can sum them up in one word: WOW! What a difference. With my old
tires, I had to turn up the stereo once I got on the freeway. I dont even
touch the dial now. You will not believe how quiet these tires are. I used
to think the reason I felt every crack in a road was the Outbacks stiffer
suspension. The difference with these tires is incredible. I took a tight
circle freeway offramp with a 20 mph speed limit at 40 mph and the car took
the turn better than going 20 mph with the old tires. Where I used to get a
side lean in a corner, these tires hold solid and make cornering effortless.
I was driving yesterday down the freeway going from dry road to heavy spring
showers and could feel no difference - and the traction was solid. I have
not had a chance to try them in the snow and ice yet, but their design and
center strip logic seems sound.

 

[Turtleman]

I haven't yet driven even a hundred miles or in the rain, but I can
already tell that these tires are keepers! Initially I thought they
were somewhat noisy, but as it turned out, it was engine noise that
was previously being masked by road noise! Once I let off of the
accelerator, the inside noise was dramatically reduced. I've noticed
zero difference in handling or "road feel," and there is no increased
vibration or noise at high speeds (55 to 75 mph). Likewise, bumps
seem less bumpy. With another three weeks left to "test" them before
I can trade them in for something else, I feel confident that they'll
remain on my car for a long time to come. Looks like Goodyear came up
with a winner! ... I'll try to post a follow-up after I've put
considerably more mileage on the tires.

 

[Infoquest]

Look forward to your follow-up....

 

[Edward Hayes]

Lots of tires are great during the first 30 percent of tread. Let us know
how you feel when 1/2 the tread is left. ed

 

[Turtleman]

I'm sure you're right. However, in my case, the car will probably be
long dead and forgotten before I ever get down to half the tread! I
drive the car very little, and can only report on my initial
assessment. So far - so good!
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[Nono_baddog]

Hi
Do you have the Comfort tread or the triple tread?
I have the Triple tread and the are howling from road noise at higher
speeds.
Do you feel a vibration in the foot peddle around 65 to 70 km's?
what type of subi do you drive? year and model...

thanks

I haven't yet driven even a hundred miles or in the rain, but I can
already tell that these tires are keepers! Initially I thought they
were somewhat noisy, but as it turned out, it was engine noise that
was previously being masked by road noise! Once I let off of the
accelerator, the inside noise was dramatically reduced. I've noticed
zero difference in handling or "road feel," and there is no increased
vibration or noise at high speeds (55 to 75 mph). Likewise, bumps
seem less bumpy. With another three weeks left to "test" them before
I can trade them in for something else, I feel confident that they'll
remain on my car for a long time to come. Looks like Goodyear came up
with a winner! ... I'll try to post a follow-up after I've put
considerably more mileage on the tires.

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[WillW]

Hmmmm... I have the TripleTred on a 97 Subaru Outback and love them. For
road noise... they were so much quieter than the XW4, I could not believe
it. I have had these tires up to 85 MPH and they were very smooth. I
have cornered these tires at twice the recommended speed and they hold and
react like a high performance tire.

Have you had the tires balanced again since being installed? The
recommendation is to put about 5000 to 6000 miles on them and then have them
rebalanced. What was the wear pattern on your old tires? How many miles
did you get out of them? Has the alignment been checked lately?

 

[Turtleman]

I have the Comfortreds (205/60/15), and so far haven't noticed any
vibration, howling, or anything unusual at any speeds! (The car is a
1999 Mazda 626 - 4 cyl.) Admittedly, I haven't driven much since
getting the tires a week and a half ago, especially at the higher
speeds. Therefore, it's possible that more "testing" could reveal
something undesirable. I'm merely reporting on my limited experience
to date. However, if I were to experience unusual vibration or noise,
I'd take them back to the dealer and see what they'd recommend. Good
luck!