Tire Test Results

A Contender Aims Straight for the Top of Ultra High Performance All-Season

If you drive a performance-focused or sporty car, you want tires to match its personality. If you drive it year-round and winter tires aren't an option, then Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are a great choice. We tested the Eagle Exhilarate (Goodyear says it's a match for the best in the category) and its competitors to see if their claims are on par.

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Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS

(Ultra High Performance All-Season)

Length: (01:54)

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06

(Ultra High Performance All-Season)

Length: (02:04)

Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate

(Ultra High Performance All-Season)

Length: (01:59)

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+

(Ultra High Performance All-Season)

Length: (01:36)

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