I also have a Q7 with a little less than 24,000 miles and am due for new tires. Like the rest of you I have been told by my dealer that this is normal and actually quite good. I have 19" rims which I am told is rare and expensive for tire replacement. Has anyone ran other tires other than the Continental factory tires? I would like to switch to a tire that is going to get better wear but have no experience with that.