Posted on 3/28/2025
Hearing a deep humming or droning noise that grows louder as you pick up speed can be both distracting and concerning. It’s a sound many drivers mistake for wind noise or engine trouble, but more often than not, it’s coming from the tires. That low whirring is often a sign of uneven tread wear, misalignment, or internal tire issues. Addressing it on time improves your ride quality and can prevent bigger problems and costly repairs later on. What could your tires be trying to tell you? The Sound of Uneven Tire Wear The most common reason tires start sounding weird is irregular tread wear. If parts of the tire are wearing unevenly—whether from alignment issues, suspension problems, or improper inflation—they’ll develop a pattern that causes the tire to make rhythmic noise as it rotates. This often shows up as “cupping” or “feathering,” where the tread surface forms high and low spots. As the tire spins, those incon ... read more