New tires increased road noise

[Lib]

Hi, my 2017 Impreza Sport was never a quiet ride. As it’s not a luxury model, I didn’t expect it to be. However, ever since I got new tires, Continentals instead of whatever brand came with the car, I’ve noticed my ride is significantly noisier—much more road noise. I mention the change in tires because I don’t believe the change in noise is related to the age of the car, and new tires are the only variable. Any thoughts?

 

[piste]

yup. What other tire brands did you consider?

 

[Lib]

I didn’t. I just took the recommendation of my mechanic, who is an authorized Continental dealer. I believe they are good
tires but perhaps not the quietest for my car. I’m open to suggestions and want to know if anyone has had a similar problem

 

[piste]

I have never had Continentals. I love Michelin Cross Climate 2

 

[bmart]

I got talked into Contis on one of my current rides. Never again. Love my BF Goodrich Comp-2 sets. Some places will take them back within a small mileage period.

 

[piste]

I got talked into Contis on one of my current rides. Never again. Love my BF Goodrich Comp-2 sets. Some places will take them back within a small mileage period.

Come to think of it..always been Mich, Yokohama, or BFG for me.

 

[Lib]

I got talked into Contis on one of my current rides. Never again. Love my BF Goodrich Comp-2 sets. Some places will take them back within a small mileage period.

What didn’t you like about the Contis?

 

[bmart]

Reduced grip and they couldn't handle aggressive driving at all, despite being marketed for it. They melted and came apart at the edges. Super soft sidewalls so they need a LOT of air. Comparison under the same conditions, Conti vs BFG. No comparison at all.

 

[Lib]

Wow! Thanks for that info. And I’ll check my psi, too.