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The Assurance MaxLife is Goodyear's Standard Touring All-Season tire developed for the drivers of sedans, minivans, crossovers, and coupes looking for a tire to help conserve fuel, prolong tread life and provide all-season traction in dry, wet and wintry conditions, even light snow.

The symmetric pattern of Assurance MaxLife tires features a continuous center rib for constant rubber-to-road contact and solid on-center feel. The intermediate ribs of the Assurance MaxLife feature Goodyear's Wear Gauge, which provides a visual indication of the tire's remaining tread depth, allowing drivers to continually monitor their tires' condition, instead of simply providing a warning at the end of their life. Notched intermediate ribs and semi-closed shoulders help the Assurance MaxLife track straight on the highway, while providing block edges for grip in wet conditions and, along with the deep circumferential grooves, a path to evacuate water from the contact patch to resist hydroplaning. The all-season compound and multiple sipes help provide confident all-season traction in inclement weather.

The internal construction of the Assurance MaxLife consists of two steel belts supported by a single-ply, polyester casing. A one-ply, polyamide reinforcement aids handling response and delivers high-speed capability.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Goodyear Assurance MaxLife

Tire Category: Standard Touring All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
Good
93%
7.1M
8.0 - Good
8.5 - Good
8.4 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.5 Wet Traction
9.1 - Excellent
9.0 Corner Stability
9.2 Dry Traction
9.1 Steering Response
7.3 - Good
7.9 Light Snow Traction
7.2 Deep Snow Traction
6.8 Ice Traction
8.6 - Excellent
8.8 Ride Quality
8.4 Noise
8.7 - Excellent

Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS Reviews

Enthusiasts celebrate the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS for its exceptional dry traction, delivering razor-sharp steering response, relentless grip, and confident cornering that dominates autocross, track days, and HPDE events. Drivers praise its predictable limits and rapid warm-up, enabling aggressive lap times and podium finishes. Wet performance earns praise for decent grip on damp surfaces, though hydroplaning risks rise in standing water. Treadwear impresses for a 200TW tire, with many reporting consistent performance through multiple heat cycles and seasons, though heavy track use accelerates wear. A top pick for competitive drivers prioritizing outright speed and precision over longevity.

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235 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 173 positive
  • 62 negative

Customers praise the RE-71RS for strong wet traction in damp and light rain conditions, with many scoring 7-8. Reviews highlight predictable handling and effective grip on wet tracks or during highway driving when warmed up, though some note reduced performance in standing water. Drivers report confidence in spirited wet driving, emphasizing the tire's quick heat-up and stability during competitive events.

September 24, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

Much better wet traction than I expected...

Much better wet traction than I expected. Tires are great and the best performance tires i have ever used compared to the continentals and Michelin tires, but these are in a different group with a tread wear of 200 compared to 320 and 340 of the other tires.

Vehicle: 2009 MINI Cooper S Hardtop
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HARRISON TOWNSHIP, MI
Driving Style: Spirited

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February 28, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...Better in the rain than I expected it to be.

Amazing tire; dry grip in unmatched. Better in the rain than I expected it to be.

Vehicle: 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata SCCA STR Class
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: RINGGOLD, GA
Driving Style: Spirited

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December 16, 2024
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4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...Steering feel, tire stability, tremendous grip across a WIDE range of conditions... again, tons of control and finesse in all conditions, confidence, transitions well off on grip and tremendous wet / dry grip

I have had ALL the top various 200 tread wear tires over the past 20 years. The re71 quickly became my favorite of all time. The re71rs didn't disappoint! Steering feel, tire stability, tremendous grip across a WIDE range of conditions. Make this tire faster overall.. by far my favorite tire for roads like deals gap due to that ability to adapt.. again , tons of control and finesse in all conditions,confidence, transitions well off on grip and tremendous wet / dry grip

Vehicle: 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club With Brembo Brakes
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: FERN CREEK, KY
Driving Style: Spirited

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416 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 415 positive
  • 1 negative

Customers overwhelmingly praise the RE-71RS's dry traction, with most scoring 9s and 10s for its "exceptional grip," "predictable cornering," and track-ready performance. Reviewers highlight its "crazy lateral grip," rapid heat-up for autocross/HPDE use, and confidence-inspiring stability at the limit, calling it a top choice for competitive drivers. The tire’s stiff sidewalls and responsive steering deliver precise control, with many noting improved lap times and podium finishes.

April 10, 2024
(Verified Purchase)
3.9 out of 5 Star Rating
3.9 out of 5

...Tires are very predictable and stable. When they lose grip there is plenty of warning and its very linear, easy to control both oversteer and understeer smoothly.

Used mostly for light track use (private days at Club Motorsport and schools at NHIS). Tires are very predictable and stable. When they lose grip there is plenty of warning and its very linear, easy to control both oversteer and understeer smoothly. When driving on road they are great (basically noise is a non issue, grip is more than you will ever need), but I don't put a lot of miles on the car so experience is limited as far as wear goes (on street).

Wet grip is good for what these are (only had one track day in rain), absolutely not a tire I would push hard in the rain.

My car is very heavy and punishes the front tires as they are narrower than rears, and these tires have held up very well on the track.

Vehicle: 2001 BMW M5
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: PORTLAND, ME
Driving Style: Spirited

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April 10, 2024
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

Exceptional grip after heating up on 2 easy laps on a track day. Builds heat quicker than similar Goodyear F1 SC3 from last purchase. Creates good traction and stick when needed...

Exceptional grip after heating up on 2 easy laps on a track day. Builds heat quicker than similar Goodyear F1 SC3 from last purchase. RE71RS creates good traction and stick when needed. I used camber bolts at -2.2 negative front and OEM -1.7 rear. The left side tires at the FIRM last month broke in very quickly on a 5 lap Track Spring afternoon. It is a rough surface and tight right hand turns. Left front side wall rubbed off the “V. However the wear was normal considering the track configuration. Rear tires never broke loose.

I rotated the tires before running four - 20 minute fast lap sessions at Homestead Miami last weekend. That track is going to wear the right side tires more which evenly rested the sidewall tire wear. Started at 29 lbs front left - and 28 lbs right that heated up to 41 lbs first session. The rear set at 30 lbs cold heated to 36 lbs. SonI adjusted the fronts to 30 lbs front left and 28 lbs front right with 29 lbs left and right rear. Better results on track 1:47. 436. Tires hot were front right 38 left front 37 and rear 36. It was 84 F sunny with breeze.

When I do track sprints or autocross I’ll test 28 lbs all the way around and adjust accordingly. This Mustang has PP1 OEM shocks and springs. No tune no Nannie’s. I added a 35 mm Eibach front sway bar set to softest and rear 25 mm sway bar set in the middle of 3 holes or neutral.

I’d appreciate your analysis and suggestions for better sidewall tire wear otherwise these tires may only last a year. Thanks John D’Angelo CFR SCCA

Vehicle: 2020 Ford Mustang Fastback GT
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: TAMPA, FL
Driving Style: Spirited

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302 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 203 positive
  • 99 negative

Customers praise the RE-71RS's treadwear, with many scoring 9s and 10s for durability through multiple track days, autocross events, and heat cycles. Reviews highlight consistent performance over 20+ sessions, even wear patterns, and longer-than-expected lifespan for a 200TW tire. While some note quicker wear under heavy track use, most emphasize it’s a worthy trade-off for class-leading grip and reliability in competitive scenarios.

April 02, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...My expectations on tread wear might be based on how hankooks wear better vs these tires... Hankooks wear better, but def don't stick like these re-71's...

Really love these tires. My expectations on tread wear might be based on how hankooks wear vs these tires. I would GLADLY use these tires over hankooks. My mustang is lowered and supercharged, so I give my tires a workout. Hankooks wear better, but def don't stick like these re-71's. I would recommend these to anyone with a muscle car.

Vehicle: 2006 Ford Mustang GT Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: SCARBOROUGH, ME
Driving Style: Spirited

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June 21, 2023
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4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...Tread wear is as good as other 200TW tires I have used.

Excellent tires for track/HPDE use. They come up to temp quickly, and maintain performance throughout a 20 minute session. They are predictable, easy to drive. Great traction in the dry. On a wet track (no standing water) they are great, largely because they do come up in temperature even when wet and cold. Tread wear is as good as other 200TW tires I have used.

Vehicle: 2017 Audi TTS Coupe
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Track/Autocross
Location: LOS ALTOS, CA
Driving Style: Spirited

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The Goodyear Assurance MaxLife gets tested against a category newcomer and another strong competitor from the Standard Touring All-Season category.

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Engineered for improved economy and tread life, the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife has been a staple of the Standard Touring All-Season tire category. We hit our test track and put it head-to-head against others in the category.

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Comparing the Newest Long-Wearing Standard Touring All-Season Tires - Winter Update(02:11)

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Drivers typically have a long list of expectations for their tires, and they may not know it, but a lot of those expectations conflict with one another from a tire engineering standpoint. To determine how three top-tier manufacturers manage the balance of long tread life and performance, we compared the Continental TrueContact Tour, Goodyear Assurance MaxLife and Michelin Defender T+H.

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