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Need Tire Replacement Recommendation S70 2000

"...I was told that there is excessive wear on the outer edges of two of my tires."

Well, *is* there excessive wear on the outer edges? Is that what you see as well? And is the rest of the tread in good shape? If so, then it sounds like you've got a toe-in problem, which isn't the tire's fault. Have you had your front end aligned since you've owned the car? If not, you'll see the same problem showing up on your new set.

"So, I'm looking for your feedback on which tires would give me the longest tire life while not compromising mileage, stability or all-season traction (I reside on Long Island, NY)...or my bank account."

You're looking for a compromise tire. Long life gives less than ideal traction. Maximum traction gives shorter tread life. Remember -- traction on a dry pavement represents interaction between the polymers and the substrate. Molecular degradation of the polymers is to be expected. The high mileage tires are the absolute worst tire you could have on your car when you need to avoid that once-in-your-life high speed traffic accident unfolding directly in front of you on the interstate.


Rob Kuhlman






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