What tyres last the longest?
Which tyres last the longest?
Because of better rubber compounds and engineering, premium tyres last the longest. However, there are many other factors that go into determining how long each individual tyre will last. This includes tyre brand and individual tyre maintenance.
Expected mileage by tyre
| Tyre tier | Typical mileage range | Example brands |
|---|
| Premium |
25,000-40,000+ |
Continental, Michelin, Bridgestone |
| Mid-Range |
20,000-30,000 |
Falken, Kumho, Hankook |
| Budget |
15,000-25,000 |
Rotalla, Linglong, Triangle |
These numbers are estimates based on average driving. Factors such as maintenance, driving style, and road conditions are going to affect the overall mileage.
What affects tyre life
- Under and over inflated tyres cause uneven wear of tyres. This is one of the easiest mistakes to avoid that leads to tyres expiring quickly.
- Misalignment of tyres causes uneven wear. Even a small amount of misalignment can change how tyres wear.
- Careless driving is a direct cause of burning out tyres. This includes rough braking, speeding, and quickly accelerating.
- Roads with speed bumps, holes, and uneven surfaces can all quickly ruin tyres.
Regardless of how much tread is left, tyres should be replaced after 5-6 years from the day they were manufactured. This is because no matter how much the tyre was driven on, the rubber wears from heat, UV light, and ozone. 10 years is the maximum recommended age.
