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Tyre noise ratings: What do they mean?
I an just about to replace the tyres on my Audi A3 which have been good but noisy. On checking other tyres, I notice that some are rated for db noise ratings. What do these ratings mean?
Asked on 19 April 2015 by RM
Answered by
Honest John
Yes. Tyre dba ratings are usually in the range 63 - 73. 63 is quiet. 73 is noisy.
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