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Nov 6, 2023 · SHOW COMMENTS. CR’s tests reveal the best winter/snow tires in several categories, including winter/snow, performance winter/snow, truck, all-season, and all-weather tires.
Jan 12, 2024 · All weather tires rival snow tires in winter, but don't require seasonal tire changes. Consumer Reports' tests reveal the best.
Nov 19, 2021 · Recently Tested. In this review of all-season tires for winter driving, Consumer Reports casts a spotlight on tires that excel for snow traction and ice braking in five categories:...
Oct 26, 2021 · Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing the best winter/snow tires that you can buy in 2021 that have the most grip for improved stopping distance...
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- Best All-Season Tire: Michelin Defender T+H
- Best Performance All-Season Tire: Michelin Crossclimate2
- Best Ultra-High-Performance All-Season Tire: Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
- Best Ultra-High-Performance Summer Tire: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
- Best Winter/Snow Tire: The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
- Best Performance Winter/Snow Tire: The Vredestein Wintrac Pro
The Michelin Defender T+H delivers good dry braking and handling performance, resistance to hydroplaning, and snow traction, according to Consumer Reports. Its projected tread life is 85,000 miles. Learn more: Best credit cards of 2023 Price range: $118 to $211per tire
The Michelin CrossClimate2 is the best performing all-season tire with its "uncompromising" grip, Consumer Reports says.It's part of a group of all-weather tires that use unique tread designs and enhanced rubber compounds to increase traction across many temperatures. It has a projected 85,000-mile tread life. This tire does not need to be swapped ...
he Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate tire gets top marks for handling and hydroplaning resistance, and it has above-average braking performance on dry, wet, and ice surfaces. Shortcomings are rolling resistance and a stiff ride, two characteristics common among many of these tires. Price range: $155 to $353per tire
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4s is the standout, with excellent handling and braking. Other top performers are the Continental ExtremeContact Sport and General G-MAX RS, Consumer Reports says. All three offer a long tread life for the category and a quiet ride. Price: $199 to $935per tire
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 has excellent traction in the snow and braking in the ice, Consumer Reports says. Dry braking, resistance to hydroplaning, and ride comfort are all above average. The Michelin X-Ice Snow ties Bridgestone’s overall score. However, its handling score is below average, and it costs more. Price: $95.00 to $233.00per tire
The Vredestein Wintrac Pro offers hydroplaning resistance, snow traction, and ice braking. It also is above average for dry braking, handling, and ride comfort. The concession for this stellar winter traction is a low score for rolling resistance. Price: $133.58 to $343.19per tire Michelle Shen is a Money & Tech Digital Reporter for USA TODAY. Foll...
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Apr 5, 2021 · We begin our long-term test of the new Michelin CrossClimate2 all-weather tires mounted to a Mazda CX-5 crossover. Here’s the positive first report after 300 miles. Posted: April 5, 2021 - 9 ...
Jan 20, 2023 · By Shannon Garlin. With winter comes shorter days and freezing temperatures and whether you call yourself a cold-weather person or not, you might be feeling the woes that this season can bring....
