The interesting thing about tire threads is everyone has their opinion as far as what tire to buy. I always love the one who says, "I just replaced my 10 yr old tires with X brand and it rides so much better"...well, duh! rubber hardens with age. NEW tires will always outperform OLD tires no matter the brand. As to whether "Made in USA" Michelin or Goodyears are better than brand X, that decision is left to the buyer. Two words come to mind...Quality Control...say what you want, we have it in this country...other countries not so much. I don't buy my prescriptions from Mexico or on line either...the choice is up to the individual...my opinion, of course...Dennis