time to replace original tires

[Steveh27]

I don't drive my 2010 3 door hatch much, only has 38,000 miles in 8 years. The original tires Bridgestone Potenza RE92 P185/60R15 84T are showing small cracking near the rims, but have plenty of tread left. I've been pleased with these tires regarding comfort & mpg.
Called my local Belle Tire who I've dealt with over 25 years. They gave pricing for Mastercraft ($418 less $50 rebate), Yokohama ($447), Michelin Defender $532). They did not have Bridgestone, but could get a price on them if I wanted. The price is not the main concern.

Any suggestions or comments?

[kimona]

I would go with the Michelin Defenders. There is currently a $70 Mail in Rebate: Valid 4/30-5/12/18. Also, compare prices with your local Discount Tire store.

[WeeYari]

Not to add to the decisions, decisions dilemma, but Cooper, Continental, and General Tire all provide excellent, budget friendly choices for a daily driver.

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[Hershey]

General Altimax RT43 H-rated . Can be purchased under $80 each . Wal-Mart stocks them .

[Hershey]

Here's the latest tire test results for the ALTIMAX RT43 H-rated at TIRERACK . Video has 1st generation Yaris hatch ( https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=General&tireModel=AltiMAX+RT43+%28H-+or+V-Speed+Rated%29&partnum=86HR5AMRT43&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes#RatingsReviews ) and https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/testDisplay.jsp?ttid=227 .

[kimona]

Compare the Altimax RT43 to the Michelin:

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/CompareTires.jsp?compareSurveyTires=true

[WeeYari]

Compare the Altimax RT43 to the Michelin:

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/CompareTires.jsp?compareSurveyTires=trueLinky no worky.

'Your session has expired due to inactivity.'

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[kimona]

^^^ Too bad it expires. Easy to compare the two tyres when you are on the TireRack website.

Here is a comparison chart for all in class tyres:

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=ST&width=185%2F&ratio=60&diameter=15&tireSearch=true&filter=y

The Michelin Defender T + H is rated #1, and bests all others in every category except winter/snow.

[06YarisRS]

I have Michelin Defenders on my '06 and love them. :thumbsup:

[Runethecursed]

Jet.com sent me the federal 595 RS-RR's for 84 a corner... free shipping too. So id check them out for differeing tire choices.

my default all season tire is a bit old now but the BFG g-force comp A/s was a good one to check out