Return customers with previous-generation products rely on them. Yokohama offers brilliant winter products, like the IG52c for cars and the IG52v for SUVs. Available with European-style diamond-shaped factory studs.
The tread design is similar to the General Altimax Arctic but performance on dry pavement is more responsive than the General. Gislaved is a division of Continental Tire this tire replaced the old Nord*Frost 5 and the newer NordFrost 200 will be available shortly on the market. Pirelli is now part of a Chinese conglomerate. Made in Russia, and that means quality now, and fairly priced. The Ice Zero factory-studded is a completely different tire. Directional tread design features tread blocks that improve ice traction this is the best general purpose winter product for passenger vehicles from Pirelli in years. Launched in 2015, the Pirelli Ice Zero FR (friction) provided excellent snow traction and good steering control. Although showing a few wrinkles, the Observe Garit K/X still does pretty well on performance cars. Superior durability due to the deep tread and long-wearing walnut and rubber compound. Available in more than 105 sizes, it is the one-product-fits-all-vehicle tire. A long-time consumer choice even though it is not a top performer on cleared or wet roads and can be a bit noisier than average in some applications. Offered in 33 tire sizes to fit most passenger cars and SUVs. Tire life may be bit lower, as tread depth is 10/32″ when new. The tread pattern sticks more to ice and bites more in snow. The tread design is now directional, which limits tire rotation options if they are wearing unevenly. It runs a bit more quietly than the previous generation. This tire replaced the ExtremeWinterContact in 2014 and offered superior grip in cornering and braking. Mileage warranty extended down to 2/32nd, while industry admits under 4 is a safer limit in winter. Excellent and quiet performance on pavement. Optimized for ice and snow, maybe a bit of a concern with traction in slush and deep snow. A pricier but appreciated product for the consumer. Michelin always hits the spot with ride comfort and superior performance on wet and dry roads. Improved braking on ice and better dry road performance. Directional tire, optimized for snow and ice it is a no compromise product that remains predictable when pushed to the limit. Bridgestone Blizzak WS 8īridgestone set the pace with the Blizzak early in the 90s, and the WS 80 is the sixth generation. Both Nokian tires are also available in SUV version.
Some Run Flat, some extra load available. Longevity, predictability, security and performance guranteed. The Hakka 8 is available with or without factory studs, but definitely the trouble-free winter product to buy. Top rated is a terrific trio: the R2 is similar if not better to the WS-80 in certain exercises and the Hakkapeliitta 8. Top Rated Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 – Hakka 8 Models offered with quieter factory shaped studs are indicated as are those available with retailer mounted and usually noisier conventional studs. Some consumers concerned with country or suburban driving may be looking for studded tires.
Tires are listed according to ranking order within each rating group. Prices may vary according to regions across the country and tire rebates may also be offered until mid December. Occasionally, performance winter tires could be better suited for luxury or sports cars. Tires are suitable for FWD, RWD and AWD vehicles, for sedans, SUV, minivans and in some cases pick-up trucks. These are the tire comments and pictures following this article from the September issue of CARS.
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