Video: How are Tire UTQG Ratings Determined? - Tire Review Magazine

Video: How are Tire UTQG Ratings Determined?

Tire Review's Maddie Winer explains how traction, treadwear and temperature resistance are measured in a tire's UTQG rating, from the Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio at Babcox Media.

A tire’s UTQG rating can be found on its sidewall. The marking was first developed to provide consumers with information to make an informed tire purchase decision.

Tire Review’s Maddie Winer explains how traction, treadwear and temperature resistance are measured in a tire’s UTQG rating, from the Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio at Babcox Media.

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