A good set of tires has always made a big difference in safety, fuel economy and handling, but one area that is getting new attention is the quality of tires to reduce or increase the amount of noise ...

SSHISHssssssss. Whappa-whappa-whappa. Whump-whump-whump. These, not the roar of engines, are the sounds of traffic–the sounds that high walls along highways futilely try to block. They are the sounds ...

Whuh-whuh-whuh-whuh-what is that noise? It's happening any time you drive, it's rhythmic and whirring — or maybe a consistent hum, or even an ear-splitting screech when you turn the wheel — and it's ...

Consumer Reports testing reveals the best tires for each type of carWet handling and braking are tested on a special section ...

All tires generate noise as they roll along the road. This constant hum contributes to noise pollution and can trigger anxiety or stress reactions in people with low tolerances for auditory ...

In the past several months of writing the C5/C6 Solutions column here in Corvette Fever, I've received a surprising number of letters and emails from various readers looking for quieter replacement ...

New electric and hybrid vehicles bring new challenges for tire manufacturers: because the car itself is so quiet, tire noise is more noticeable. And, with maximizing vehicle range at top of mind, ...

Have you ever driven down a quiet road only to be interrupted by a constant hum, squeal, or noise that persisted no matter what music you played? It was probably the sound of your tires. If you want ...

Have you ever been annoyed by the tire noise in your car and wondered what could be the reason? There are several reasons why the tires in your car are making a noise, but most of it is down to the ...

One of the many tactics used by carmakers to boost efficiency in their vehicles is fitting low-rolling-resistance tires. Specially designed to reduce the energy wasted as heat from the friction ...

Question: My son has a truck that he wants to jack up and make look cool… What are the rules for tire size, pipe noise, etc.? I want to know what’s legal before he spends money on this stuff and then ...