Consumer Reports ranks Michelin tires above Bridgestone for 2026

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Consumer Reports ranks Michelin as the top tire brand for 2026, with all tested Michelin tires earning recommendations, while Bridgestone lags significantly behind. Michelin dominates multiple tire segments and customer satisfaction studies, whereas Bridgestone is not featured in top rankings and received lower scores in Consumer Reports' testing. Bridgestone's highest-rated tire, the Potenza Sport, underperformed compared to its Michelin equivalent, particularly in owner satisfaction, according to the report.


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