Cooper vs Michelin

Cooper offers tires with a price range of $50-$250, including Passenger, Performance, SUV/Truck, and Winter tires with a UTQG rating range of 400-700. On the other hand, Michelin offers tires with a price range of $100-$400, featuring the same types of tires and a UTQG rating range of 500-800. UTQG rating is a standardized system used to determine the treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance of tires. Developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), it stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading. The treadwear rating measures the expected lifespan of the tire compared to a control tire. A higher number indicates a longer expected tread life.