Passenger All-Season Tire

While most passenger car tires come new with at least 10/32" of tread depth, most people don't realize that once the tire has less than 6/32" of remaining depth, your wet road and snow traction capabilities dramatically decrease. Even if the tire looks like it has plenty of life left, do yourself a favor by grabbing a penny and doing a quick tread depth check. If the top of the Lincoln Memorial is exposed, your tire is under 6/32" and should be replaced heading into winter. For more information about checking your tread depth with a penny, check out my previous blog post "What Your Change is Telling You About Your Tread Depth."

Tire Rack recently wrapped up an extensive test of the newest all-season tire offerings from Bridgestone (Turanza Serenity Plus), Continental (PureContact with EcoPlus Technology), Michelin (Primacy MXV4) and Yokohama (AVID Ascend H- or V-Speed Rated) to see which ones delivered on their promise of a quiet and comfortable ride with good traction when the weather gets bad.

With the Michelin Primacy MXV4 well established as the top-ranked tire in our Tire Survey Results and our in-house track and Real World road tests, the newcomers from Bridgestone, Continental and Yokohama had big expectations to meet. While we'll have to wait for the snow to fly to complete the picture, our initial findings showed that the Michelin was still among the best, but not the best. 

On our 6.6-mile loop of back roads and highway stretches, all four tires were evaluated in conditions similar to what most would expect as part of their daily commute. The Michelin continued to set the bar high by providing a soft and quiet ride without compromising handling. Bridgestone's Turanza Serenity Plus wasn't far behind by providing just a hint of harshness over rough pavement. Continental and Yokohama's models ranked lower, with slightly less capability to smooth out the roughest spots.

During the testing on the track, we were able to introduce other common elements of your daily drive, like simulated on-ramps, tight street corners and even emergency steering maneuvers. To give a more complete picture, we tested the tires on both dry and wet road conditions.

In dry, the Michelin and Bridgestone offerings again led the field, both delivering crisp handling and predicable response to driver input. The Continental received high marks for responding quickly to steering input, but fell behind by not holding the turns as well as the others. 

Once the sprinklers were on, the Continental demonstrated the best wet traction, with the Bridgestone a close second. Both the Michelin and (most notably) the Yokohama were a few steps behind the other competitors, leaving us wanting a little more grip and confidence in the tires.

With so many capable tires with very similar abilities, it came down to the narrowest of margins with the Bridgestone Turanza Serenity Plus coming out on top. For a complete recap of our test, take a look at "Testing Grand Touring All-Season Tires."

Designed with fuel economy in mind, the Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 reduces the amount of resistance to the road surface for a smooth ride and cost savings at the pump. While I have never been a fan of promising huge mileage bumps, the change of even one mile per gallon can offer a significant savings over the tires' life. 

The Ecopia EP422 is developed for the drivers of coupes, sedans, minivans and small crossover vehicles looking for year-round traction, handling and comfort with reduced environmental impact. Ecopia EP422 tires also help enhance fuel economy by reducing tire rolling resistance along with the vehicle's carbon dioxide (C02) emissions while delivering year-round, all-season traction, even in light snow.

This tire, which has been highly rated by consumers, seems to work well as a competitively priced Grand Touring All-Season. The tire features a symmetrical tread pattern, which I favor over others due to its rotational ability and likeliness to generate less noise as the tire wears. See what drivers are saying about the Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 and why it's well received by our customers:

"A fantastic, inexpensive tire. Tires are quiet, have great traction and help deliver great mileage. I have experienced no problems in highway driving, turning or braking. They are so good I will probably get them for my compact SUV. I could not be happier with these tires, especially considering the price." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2010 Toyota Prius IV

"I would give these tires a 9.5/10 on all counts. Quiet, smooth, brakes well on dry and wet surfaces. The cornering is good given the size and suspension of the car. I also put these tires on a 2009 Scion xB and the wear on both cars has been excellent. I have the tires rotated and alignment checked every oil change. I highly recommend the Ecopia tires." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review 2007 Toyota Avalon XLS

"My Jetta drives like a different car since the switch from the stock Bridgestone tires. Much quieter and more comfortable ride and feels more stable over rough surfaces. Highway fuel economy has increased from a range of 42-44 MPG to a range of 44-47 MPG. Traction in heavy traffic at 65-75 mph in a heavy downpour was impressive considering the obvious hydroplaning other vehicles were experiencing (I pulled out of traffic as soon as I found a diner and waited for the rain to let up). -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9L

Available in 32 sizes ranging from 15"-18" this tire is designed to fit the needs of most light duty passenger vehicles and select SUVs. 

 

 

For many years, Michelin produced two models of Passenger All-Season tires for drivers who valued a quality tire with long life and good ride quality: the Harmony and HydroEdge with Green X. 

While both options are in the same performance category, each tire was better in different regards. The Harmony has the smoother and quieter ride between the two with slightly better snow traction. HydroEdge with Green X tires make a little more road noise but provide better wet grip and more responsive handling. Making a decision on which one to choose was often a difficult task for many customers.

Enter the Michelin Defender. Using Michelin's latest tire technology, they claim to have combined the best of the Harmony and HydroEdge with Green X into one great tire.  

Michelin Defender

Michelin Harmony

Michelin HydroEdge with Green X

We recently tested the Michelin Defender against other all-season options. The results confirmed that the Michelin Defender is indeed an outstanding choice as it tied for first place in our test! Here's what our test summary said about the tire:

• What We Liked: Good road manners and responsive handling
• What We'd Improve: Wet traction
• Conclusion: A refined and good handling tire, especially in dry conditions
• Latest Test Rank: 1st (tie, pending winter test results)

For a complete result on how the Defender compared against the Continental ProContact with EcoPlus Technology, Goodyear Assurance TripleTred All-Season and Yokohama AVID Ascend, read "Testing Passenger and Touring All-Season Tires."

Earlier this year, Michelin released their latest entry in the Standard Touring All-Season line-up. The Michelin Defender is designed to replace the Harmony and HydroEdge with Green X. Offering the best in industry warranty package that includes a 90,000-mile treadlife warranty for T- and H-rated tires and an 80,000-mile treadlife warranty for V-rated options. It also carries a 30-day satisfaction and 3-year flat changing service, too. Take a look at the owner's manual (PDF) for more information on these options.

Michelin focuses on providing the best value over the life of the tire. This means higher levels of traction and lower noise as the tire ages. With some lower priced options in the market, you may find a quicker drop off in those key areas as the miles rack up.

When comparing to the HydroEdge with Green X, the new Defender delivers over 5% more treadlife, slightly better wet performance, 10% less noise, 17% better rolling resistance (for increased fuel economy) and 15% better performance in the snow. Those are some pretty impressive numbers that make this the best passenger all-season tire Michelin has offered.

Available in a variety of sizes and speed ratings, shop by vehicle to see if the Michelin Defender is right for your application.

 

The Defender is Michelin's Standard Touring All-Season tire designed for long treadwear and year-round capability. It was developed to replace the HydroEdge with Green X and Harmony in most sizes. Combining the best aspects of the two models it's replacing, the Defender did well in our initial test. To see how the tire compared against other all-season options, read "Testing Passenger and Touring All-Season Tires."

Reviews from our customers continue to come in with positive feedback. Take a look at what drivers are saying about their early experiences with the Michelin Defender:

"Excellent tire. I changed on my Honda Civic Hybrid. The difference was evident. More stable, less noise and better control over the car. I love these tires. It is a Michelin, so it is a great tire." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid

"Quiet! Smooth! Puts the Original Equipment that came on it to shame." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2010 Honda Civic Coupe EX

"Never had tires that rode as good as these. They are quiet and comfortable at highway speeds. Best tire decision I could have made." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 1998 Ford Taurus SE Sedan

If you value long treadlife and a smooth ride in an all-season tire for your family car, van, small SUV or crossover, the Michelin Defender is worth a look. View available sizes and prices to see if this tire is available for your vehicle. 

Since its release last year, Kumho's Ultra High Performance All-Season Ecsta 4X has been well received by consumers and continues to make a climb through our consumer survey rankings. Having tested favorably internally on our test track, the Kumho Ecsta 4X is one of my most frequent recommendations for customers looking for value, performance and all-weather capability.

Featuring an asymmetric tread pattern, this Kumho tire is able to be rotated front-to-back and side-to-side on vehicles using a non-staggered set-up. This rotational ability is favorable as it allows the tires to wear more evenly as they age. All Kumho Ecsta 4X tires also carry a 40,000-mile treadlife warranty.

A majority of our customers have enjoyed their driving experience with the tire, take a look:

"This is the best tires that I have purchased!" -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2006 Toyota RAV4 Base Model 2wd 4 Cylinder

"By far the best tire I have put on any car. I was looking for a quiet, smooth ride and I've found it. These tires make driving fun again. I will definitely get a set for my other car when the time comes." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2007 Honda Civic EX Sedan

Available in 48 sizes ranging between 15"-20", Kumho makes this product for the vast majority of passenger cars on the road today. 

Bridgestone combines great traction and low rolling resistance technology in their Ecopia family of tires in an effort to deliver better fuel economy for both passenger cars and light truck / SUV applications. Lowering tire rolling resistance by reducing a tire’s weight, internal components, tread design and tread compound make it possible to reduce vehicle fuel consumption and emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases.

Ecopia EP20

Ecopia EP422

Dueler H/L 422 Ecopia

The Ecopia EP20 is an all-season capable tire designed for use on the Toyota Prius and other small cars using the P195/65R15 tire size. This size is also found on many other applications such as the Honda Civic, MAZDA 3 and Nissan Versa. 

Ecopia EP422 is a Grand Touring All-Season tire with a much broader selection of sizes covering coupes, sedans and some SUV/CUV applications. Like the EP20, the EP422 features a symmetrical tread design to minimize road noise, resist hydroplaning and enhance wet traction. The EP422 also comes with a 5-year, 65,000-mile treadlife warranty for added peace of mind.

The Dueler H/L 422 Ecopia rounds out the family with all-season capability for SUVs and even some light truck applications. Our most recent test using Porsche Cayennes as test vehicles showed the Dueler H/L 422 to be a very capable and predictable performer.

Take a look at all Bridgestone options and see if one is right for your application.

In recent years, tire technology has come a long way. Improvements in tire compounding have led to tires that have a longer life. Long lasting tires will usually feature a harder tread compound that's indicated by a higher UTQG treadwear indication figure (usually over 700). In addition, they may focus on low rolling resistance tread designs that not only maximize a tire's life but also improve fuel efficiency.

While these tires are about the furthest thing from a performance tire, their soft sidewalls and hard tread compounds allow them to wear extremely well and provide comfort as you soak up those long highway miles. It should be noted that these tires are not for everyone, or for every vehicle. Often times certain manufacturers will design a vehicle to be used with a high-speed capable tire. If your vehicle requires an H- (130 MPH) or V- (149 MPH) speed rated tire, I suggest you take a look at a Grand Touring All-Season or Ultra High Performance All-Season tire as opposed to the Standard Touring All-Season or Passenger All-Season fitments.

A few of our best selling maximum mileage tires are as follows:

Hankook Optimo H727

• 100,000-mile treadlife warranty
• Smooth, comfortable ride
• Low noise

Pirelli P4 Four Seasons

• 85,000-mile treadlife warranty
• Good all-season bite
• Responsive road handling

Michelin Defender

• 90,000-mile treadlife warranty
• Replacement for the popular Michelin HydroEdge with Green X
• Incredibly smooth ride and quiet

Continental ProContact with EcoPlus Technology

• 80,000-mile treadlife warranty
• Road hazard insurance included from Continental
• Excellent wet weather traction

Yokohama introduced the AVID Ascend in a variety of popular sizes for most passenger car and minivan applications. The AVID Ascend is Yokohama's first mass-produced Grand Touring Touring All-Season tire in the United States to feature their Orange Oil technology which uses oil extracted from renewable orange peels to improve treadlife, fuel efficiency and traction in dry, wet and light snow conditions. 

AVID Ascend tires feature a mildly asymmetric tread design that allows for criss-cross tire rotation and a quiet ride. With a 75,000 mile warranty for the H-speed rated tire and an 80,000 mile warranty for the T-speed rated option to go along with a 30-day test drive guarantee, customers are sure to love this latest offering from Yokohama. We are in the process of wrapping up our testing for this tire, however customer reviews are already pouring in with positive feedback.

"Best tires I have ever bought in my 50 years of buying tires! After buying the Yokohama AVID Ascend, my Hyundai Genesis rides like a true luxury automobile like I expected when I bought it. As a bonus, because they are LRR (Low Rolling Resistance) tires, my mileage improved." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2011 Hyundai  Genesis Sedan 3.8

"I got the tires installed just 3 days before driving a 2,000 miler to Florida from Ohio and back with family and luggage in tow. I was immediately glad I had these new tires, as it poured rain and hailed along most of the drive to Florida. The tires felt firm and sure the entire time, which was a great experience in comparison to the Kumhos which were previously on our van. The tires handled remarkably well in cornering, stopping and under quick acceleration. While in Florida we did a good but of driving under dry conditions and was equally impressed with the Ascend. My wife and I both noticed how solid and sure these tires felt. We are very impressed with this tire!" -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT

 

 

 

As gas prices go up, consumers are looking for ways to stretch every dollar and gallon of fuel. Everyone from hybrid car owners like the Toyota Prius and Honda Civic Hybrid, to larger trucks and SUVs, such as the Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford F-150 are very interested in low rolling resistance tires. 
 

Last summer, Tire Rack tested three eco-focused tires that advertise better fuel economy and all-season capability: the Bridgestone Ecopia EP422, Continental ProContact with EcoPlus Technology, and Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max against a typical passenger car tire, the Yokohama AVID TRZ.  Our testing program includes both dry and wet surface testing on our dedicated test track and a 6.6-mile loop of expressway, state highway and county roads that have a good mix of road conditions that include city and highway speeds, smooth and coarse concrete, as well as new and patched asphalt. Our newest addition to the testing program is an automotive computer tied into the vehicle's electronics that allow us to measure fuel consumption and true distance traveled.
 

During our Real World Road Ride test, the Continental and Bridgestone tires rated best for comfort and low road noise, while the Continental proved to be top-rated in handling, braking and cornering traction. Our computers added a new dimension to the testing by showing the Bridgestone (followed by the Goodyear) as having the best fuel efficiency. 
 

At the end of the test, all four tires proved to be capable and quiet, with the Continental coming out on top by a slim margin over the Yokohama. As always, there are compromises for any model, so be sure to see if small gains in traction or comfort can be offset with improvements in fuel efficiency. For a full test report, review "Eco-Focused All-Season Tires: Do They Deliver on the Promise?"

 

Are you looking to dress up your Chevy Impala but want something more unique than your standard chrome or silver painted wheel? Then consider the light grey painted 18" MSW Type 23 that's been marked down from $144 to $89.
 

The Impala provides a great combination of performance, low road noise, ride comfort, passenger room and versatility. Kumho's 235/50-18 Grand Touring All-Season Ecsta LX Platinum does a great job of accentuating these qualities while maintaining a good balance between value and overall capability. Moreover, the price of this Tire & Wheel Package comes in at only $1144***. 
 

MSW Type 23

Kumho Ecsta LX Platinum

Impala and MSW Type 23 FAQ:

1. My vehicle has 5 lugs but the wheel pictured above has 4 lug openings, how will I know I'm ordering the proper wheel? If a wheel happens to be made in both a 4-lug and 5-lug version, we'll normally use one picture on our website to represent both. In this case, we used the 4-lug version. As long as you enter your vehicle's information properly into the Upgrade Garage, you'll get the correct, compatible version of the wheel.
   
   Typically, the 5-lug version of a 5-spoke wheel is more appealing to the eye because of better symmetry. With five lugs and four spokes you can either have a spoke aligned with a lug opening or the lug openings between each spoke. You can't achieve this same symmetry with five spokes and four lugs.  
    
2. Tire Rack's Upgrade Garage suggests a tire size of 245/45-18, however you're suggesting 235/50-18, why? Both sizes are compatible, but I like 235/50-18 slightly better since that's the O.E. size used on the Impala LTZ and Impala SS. It's also minutely taller, so that helps a little in reducing the amount of fender gap between the top of the tire and the bottom of the fender.
    
3. What's the difference between the following O.E. sizes and the above 18" sizes? The O.E. LS and LT size is 225/60-16 (26.7" overall diameter) and 235/50-18 (27.3" overall diameter) which are about a half-inch wider, while the 245/45-18 (26.7" overall diameter) is approximately another half-inch wider compared to the 235/50-18. For more on tire sizing, read "Calculating Approximate Tire Dimensions."
    
4. 18s are nice but I want to run 20s on my Impala, will they fit? Yes, as long as you pick a compatible wheel and run 245/35-20 as a tire size.
    

***Includes TPMS sensors, excluding shipping, limited stock, prices subject to change

For many years the General brand has been associated most closely with durable and value-priced passenger car tires, while becoming a brand that can be trusted. In order to meet the needs of light truck and SUV owners, General worked very hard to develop a high quality tire that can be offered at a reasonable price. I recently installed a set of General's Grabber HTS all-season tires on my Chevy Blazer with great success, and can attest to their quality and traction capability.
 

Both our internal tests and customer surveys indicate that the Grabber HTS can be relied on to provide a quiet and comfortable (almost "car like") ride for your light truck or SUV. With its symmetrical tread pattern, the tire can be rotated in a "criss-cross" pattern to maximize wear and still offer great wet and light snow traction. The General Grabber HTS is offered in a variety of sizes ranging from 15" options for smaller SUVs like my Chevy Blazer or earlier Ford Explorers, to 18" and 20" sizes for the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
 

If you're looking for a great tire for your light truck or SUV at a great price, take a close look at the Grabber HTS.

Tire Rack now carries a small number of Toyo tires that come as Original Equipment on a handful of vehicles. 
 

Take note of the special buy currently on the 245/55R19 Open Country A20 (O.E. for Toyota Highlander) which has been reduced significantly. Since there are very few tires available in this size this new offering is very appealing. 
 

Below is a complete list of the Toyo tires we carry:

Ultra High Performance Summer Proxes T1 Sport Ultra High Performance All-Season Proxes 4 High Performance Summer Proxes J33 Proxes R28	Passenger All-Season A20 A22 Proxes A05B Proxes A18 Proxes A18A Proxes A20

Highway All-Season Open Country A20

Toyo and Tire Rack FAQs:

1. Can Tire Rack get non-Original Equipment Toyo tires? No. Our selection is limited to O.E. part numbers . 
    
2. What about warranty coverage? Tire Rack will support warranty coverage for any tire we sell.

Shop by vehicle to find the tire that's a match for your vehicle. 

 

One of our most frequent requests for passenger car tires is for something quiet and comfortable, often regardless of price. Based on our testing and customer feedback, our best recommendation is typically the Michelin Primacy MXM4.

 

The Primacy MXM4 (which is not to be confused with the similar Primacy MXV4) has quickly become one of our customer's favorite choices for standard and luxury sedans and coupes from Honda, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. The newer MXM4 features Michelin's Green X technology for lower rolling resistance while still providing responsive handling in dry, wet and even light snow conditions.

 

 

Our extensive evaluations on the Performance Test Track course and Real World Road Ride loop have shown the Primacy MXM4 to be head and shoulders above similar Grand Touring All-Season tires when it comes to comfort, handling and longevity.

 

The Michelin brand is synonymous with quality tires. As a brand, they often showcase some of the quietest and smoothest riding tires.  

The Michelin Primacy MXV4 is known for longevity as it's offered with a 60,000 mile tread life warranty and provides good snow-handling capability for an all-season tire. Michelin's LTX M/S2 is also extremely long-lasting with a 70,000 mile warranty, along with nimble handling characteristics for your truck or SUV. If a great value in a passenger tire for your cruiser is what you're after give the Michelin Harmony a try. After testing all three tires, they are some of my go-to recommendations. You would be in good shape with any of them.
 

Michelin Primacy MXV4

Michelin LTX M/S2

Michelin Harmony

Take a look at what customers are saying about their experience with each tire:

"An extremely impressive tire that performs as advertised regardless of the climate or geography. I've ridden these tires coast to coast and many destinations in between and they have NEVER failed me. In addition to remaining quiet and comfortable even after all these miles, I was recently reminded how well they (still) perform on winter roads as our first real winter weather arrived with the new year. In short, if you're willing to pay for the best, look no further than the Primacy MXV4. It doesn't get any better in my opinion." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2008 Lexus ES350 (Michelin Primacy MXV4)

"Amazing, I bought these roughly 4 years ago and have driven in just about anything with them. The tread is still there, but I am selling the truck. These tires are by far the best I have ever had on ANY vehicle. Little noise, OK traction in snow and water, and great traction in dry terrain. Simply amazing!" -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche (Michelin LTX M/S2)

"We're very pleased with our Michelin Harmony tires and would highly recommend them to anyone with a minivan. I bought a set of 4 at 80,000 miles and now have over 100K on them! They had approximately 80% expressway and 20% city driving (Chicago metro weather too!). Its time for them to be replaced due to low tread (3/32 on two and 4/32 on the other two). Regular tire rotations at 7-8,000 miles along with the use of Nitrogen helped prolong the life of these tires! We'll be buying another set of these within a few weeks. Thank you Michelin!" -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2001 Chrysler Town and Country LXi (Michelin Harmony)

What is the difference between the tires in different performance categories? Grouping tires into categories helps identify products that are designed with similar characteristics. This allows us to perform our independent tire tests and provide feedback in our survey results that is more of an apples-to-apples comparison.

It's important to note that if you drive in the snow, an all-seaon tire is not a dedicated winter / snow tire. Summer tires will offer higher levels of wet and dry traction, but trade ride comfort and tread life to get there.

Take a look at a brief overview of some of the different performance categories:

• Extreme Performance Summer - Tires in this category are for the driver looking for serious performance. They deliver the highest levels of dry road grip and handling while trading some comfort, noise and hydroplaning resistance to get it. These will also have the shortest tread life expectancy.
• Max Performance Summer - Provides an unsurpassed combination of wet and dry traction for the spirited daily driver.
• Ultra High Performance Summer - The tires in this category make mild trade-offs that limit grip compared to Max Performance Summer options. Drivers will see a gain in ride characteristics and longevity as these options have higher performance abilities.
• High Performance All-Season - The category is designed with a preference towards performance characteristics. Branded with the M+S symbol, these low profile tires increase a vehicle's ride comfort while compromising wet and dry traction compared to higher performance categories.
• Grand Touring All-Season - Options in this category provide a mix of performance and ride characteristics. While they lean towards the touring (ride) side of things, they deliver plenty of grip for normal daily driving. You also find the higher speed ratings that many of today's sedans require.
• Standard Touring All-Season - Tread life increases with traction being traded to receive it. Lower speed ratings and taller sidewalls are also the norm.
• Passenger All-Season - Tread life, tread life and more tread life. You can find tires rated for 80,000+ miles in this category. While tires in this category provide adequate traction, they do focus more on ride comfort and longevity. They also offer all-season versatility, including light snow traction.
• Street/Sport Truck (All-Season or Summer) - Primarily targeted at the more spirited SUV and truck driver, these tires will enhance handling and responsiveness at some expense of tread life. They don't offer tread design features for off-roading. The summer versions push more towards performance, while the all-seasons will give some light snow capability.
• Crossover/SUV Touring All-Season - Targeting primarily the luxury SUV and truck segment, these tires provide a stylish appearance and comfort for on-road traction.
• Highway All-Season - This is the mainstream SUV and light truck category. Drivers can expect long tread life with all-season capability. They can even handle some mild off-road situations including gravel and dirt roads.
• On-/Off-Road All-Terrain - These tires typically have as much capability off the road as they do on the road. They feature more aggressive looking tread patterns for that tough truck look. On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tires provide better winter traction without sacrificing noise levels and comfort when compared to a strictly off-road focused radial.
• Off-Road Maximum Traction - Off-road and aggressive looks are the name of the game here as the tires in this performance category are designed to give the best traction in mud, sand, loose soil and the toughest trails.

View all performance categories to see which options provide the best tires for your driving needs.