Advantage Control

About the BFGoodrich Advantage Control

All-Season Passenger Car, CUV and Minivan tire.

Features

* Aqua-Flume Technology* Advanced all-season compounds* g-Wedge Sidewall Stabilizer* M+S Rated* 75,000 Mile Limited Mileage Warranty (H Rated)* 65,000 Mile Limited Mileage Warranty (V/W Rated)

Benefits

* Designed to evacuate water from under the contact patch for enhanced braking on wet roads* Ensures year round control for daily driving* Steadies the tire sidewall for crisp handling and a comfortable ride

Understanding the 235/45R18 XL size

In the size code 235/45R18, 235 is the section width in millimetres (about 9.3"). 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 45% of the width, or roughly 105.8 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 26.3".

The load index 98 means each tire supports up to 1,653 lbs — about 6,612 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol V certifies the tire to 149 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 600 B A. The treadwear grade of 600 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade B measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $143.24 per tire, a full set of four costs $572.96. That is about 12% below the average price of the 155 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 65,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $8.81 per 1,000 miles across the set.