Key Takeaways
Treadwell identifies 10 tire models for light truck and SUV drivers that exceed a 70,000-mile tire lifespan in normal driving conditions.
Each tire on the top 10 list outperforms its manufacturer warranty by more than 10,000 miles, based on Treadwell tire life data.
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Drivers wanting to get the most miles out of their tires can turn to a new list of the longest-lasting light truck and SUV tires released by Discount Tire using tire life data from Treadwell, the company’s tire recommendation tool available to all consumers.
Treadwell, which is powered by millions of real-world tire mileage and tread depth readings as well as independent testing conducted at Treadwell Research Park, identified 10 tire models for light truck and SUV drivers that exceed a 70,000-mile median tire lifespan in normal driving conditions. Each tire with a listed limited treadwear warranty also outperforms its manufacturer warranty by more than 10,000 miles.
Treadwell 2026 Top 10 Light Truck and SUV Tires for Tire Life
Tire Model | Median Tire Lifespan |
104,851 miles |
Tire lifespan data aggregated by Discount Tire in Treadwell considers drivers who properly maintain their tires, including regular tire rotations and wheel alignments, to help maximize the lifespan of a tire’s tread. Results use a median value for tire lifespan collected to 2/32-inch tread, which is generally considered — and in some states, mandated as a legal standard — the minimum viable tread depth for tires. Actual results may vary for an individual based on their specific driving location and habits, such as preference for regular highway or all-terrain driving.
Discount Tire developed Treadwell using decades of data and independent testing to deliver a hassle-free tool giving drivers personalized tire recommendations based on where they drive, what vehicle they drive, and how they prefer to drive. More than 20 million people used Treadwell online and in stores in the last year.
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