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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 vs Yokohama BluEarth AE01 — Compared (May 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2

Summer Premium Touring tires

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
172 owner reviews
Dry
95
Wet
92
Comfort
91
Noise
92
Treadwear
89
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Yokohama

Yokohama BluEarth AE01

Summer Premium Touring tires

Yokohama BluEarth AE01 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
22 owner reviews
Dry
79
Wet
73
Comfort
75
Noise
–
Treadwear
59
Handling
68

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 — better treadwear, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

6 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 16
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
95
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
79
Why this score
SourceAssurance Triplemax 2BluEarth AE01
Tyre Reviews owners 81 79

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 19
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
92
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
73
Why this score
SourceAssurance Triplemax 2BluEarth AE01
Tyre Reviews owners 71 73

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 16
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
91
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
75
Why this score
SourceAssurance Triplemax 2BluEarth AE01
Tyre Reviews owners 68 75

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
92
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
–

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 30
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
89
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
59
Why this score
SourceAssurance Triplemax 2BluEarth AE01
Tyre Reviews owners 76 59

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Assurance Triplemax 2 leads by 23
A — Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
91
B — Yokohama BluEarth AE01
68
Why this score
SourceAssurance Triplemax 2BluEarth AE01
Tyre Reviews owners 70 68

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 vs Yokohama BluEarth AE01: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Assurance Triplemax 2Yokohama BluEarth AE01
Relative Score 91 70
Dry 95 79
Wet 92 73
Comfort 91 75
Noise 92 –
Treadwear 89 59
Handling 91 68

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Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2

The Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry braking and handling. While users consistently praise its confidence-inspiring grip and stability, the consensus is tempered by reports of increased road noise as the tread wears and a ride quality that some find stiffer than premium competitors.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry braking performance
  • Strong cornering stability and handling confidence
  • High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
  • Effective hydroplaning resistance

Cons

  • Noticeable increase in road noise as the tire ages
  • Stiff ride quality that transmits road imperfections
  • Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
  • Potential decline in wet weather performance as tread depth decreases

Observations

  • Users on smaller hatchbacks and sedans (e.g., Proton, Honda Fit) report excellent handling characteristics, though some note the tire feels 'crashy' over potholes.
  • Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with stiffer suspensions report that the tire's firm sidewall can lead to a harsh ride on rough surfaces.
Tire B Yokohama BluEarth AE01

The Yokohama BluEarth AE01 is generally regarded as a high-performing eco-tire that excels in wet and dry grip, ride comfort, and fuel efficiency. While many users praise its safety and handling characteristics, the consensus is heavily polarized by reports of inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear compared to other brands.

Pros

  • Excellent wet and dry traction
  • Noticeable improvements in fuel economy
  • High level of ride comfort and handling
  • Competitive price-to-performance ratio

Cons

  • Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
  • Reports of increased road noise as the tire ages
  • Longer braking distances on dry surfaces noted by some users
  • Vibration issues reported by a minority of drivers

Observations

  • Users of small hatchbacks and city cars report significant improvements in wet-weather confidence and handling.
  • High-mileage drivers, such as those using small vans, report favorable longevity when strict maintenance schedules are followed.
  • Owners of premium compact vehicles (e.g., Mercedes A-Class) have reported disappointment regarding tread life compared to previous OEM fitments.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01
CategorySummer Premium Touring tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Yokohama

Winner: Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 — better treadwear, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 89 vs 59 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 91 vs 68 on handling.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 92 vs 73 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 scores 95 vs 79 on dry.

Tire A · Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.