what winter tires do you use ?

[firemachine69]

Bridgestone Blizzak.


Ironically, unlike the stock Bridgestones, they don't suck.

[henry33]

yes the video says it all ;)

if you do not have winter tires in here the insurance will not pay for damage so that is the simple way how to force people to switch to winter tires ;)
think it is applied in all Europe

[Kal-El]

Perhaps American insurance companies should offer discounts for those who install snow tires. After all, it saves them a ton of money from those who use them. And the winter season multiplies their claims 10 fold because most don't use them. It would just require a quick check of the tires at the start of winter season each year at an authorized insurance check point.

This discount perhaps would equate to the cost of the tires over the tire's 3-5 season life span.

[why?]

Yea, and it would increase the accidents because people would think,"I have winter tires, yes I can't see 10 feet in front of me, but that doesn't matter." Just like they do now when they have awd or 4wd vehicles. Seriously more idiots in awd and 4wd vehicles get in accidents then people in 2wd cars, because people in 2wd cars use their brains.

[Lil Abner]

Originally Posted by why?

Yea, and it would increase the accidents because people would think,"I have winter tires, yes I can't see 10 feet in front of me, but that doesn't matter." Just like they do now when they have awd or 4wd vehicles. Seriously more idiots in awd and 4wd vehicles get in accidents then people in 2wd cars, because people in 2wd cars use their brains.

That is so true! During bad storms and terrible roads, it's the 4WD/AWD's that are in the ditch!

[SimTronik]

Originally Posted by why?

Yea, and it would increase the accidents because people would think,"I have winter tires, yes I can't see 10 feet in front of me, but that doesn't matter." Just like they do now when they have awd or 4wd vehicles. Seriously more idiots in awd and 4wd vehicles get in accidents then people in 2wd cars, because people in 2wd cars use their brains.

Thats how my Sedan 2009 passed out hit by a huge fearless pickup at night in a snow storm. I was 3min from a sure death (i got out). I hate pickup drivers. There is thoses days that you truly should have stay home.

[Kal-El]

Originally Posted by why?

Yea, and it would increase the accidents because people would think,"I have winter tires, yes I can't see 10 feet in front of me, but that doesn't matter." Just like they do now when they have awd or 4wd vehicles. Seriously more idiots in awd and 4wd vehicles get in accidents then people in 2wd cars, because people in 2wd cars use their brains.

That point is true as well.

These SUV and truck drivers don't understand the fundamentals of TRACTION.

Even with AWD or 4WD, it is still the tires/rubber used that give you traction.

Many of them are running worn all-seasons and think they can still speed in snow.

The main advantage in AWD is more grip when accelerating from a stop. As well a bit more stability to stay in a straight line. But again, winter rubber is still the most important part of traction.

If you're cruising down the highway in snow, it is the tires that keep your vehicle planted. Of course, if you're comparing specifically to RWD, then yeah, the possibility of losing control multiplies (fishtailing).

Stopping has nothing to do with having AWD or just 2WD. Again, it is the rubber. This is a huge point speeding SUV's forget.

[Bluevitz-rs]

I run Dunlop Graspic DS-1, size 185/60R14 on first gen Prius wheels. Each wheel is 6lbs lighter than my summers.

Edit: Oh and they're amazing in on ice, or in snow.

[schleppy]

Firestone Winterforce tires. They are cheap and somewhat heavy, but they work damn well. I went out driving in every blizzard we had last year in MA and I never had issues. They also seem to last forever too.

[Kal-El]

Originally Posted by schleppy

Firestone Winterforce tires. They are cheap and somewhat heavy, but they work damn well. I went out driving in every blizzard we had last year in MA and I never had issues. They also seem to last forever too.

Those are one of the more traditional winter tread designs left. Very aggressive.
Definitely made for lots of snow.

I'm curious, how are they on dry pavement? I have a feeling they're loud and don't handle all that well. Could be wrong.

[33OH]

Originally Posted by Kal-El

Those are one of the more traditional winter tread designs left. Very aggressive.
Definitely made for lots of snow.

I'm curious, how are they on dry pavement? I have a feeling they're loud and don't handle all that well. Could be wrong.

I run these in the winter too. Yes, loud and sloppy handling in dry weather. Great in the snow.

[SimTronik]

I had those on a other car and my father too. Best tires i had. The Toyo G02 Plus i own now have come with my 2010 sedan. Will see how it goes.

[staypuft]

anyone use the yokohama iceguards?

[SimTronik]

can only do this on a RWD. i heard.

[Astroman]

What I meant by pair was a set. I know that with FWD you need to run studded on all 4.

[johnny_vitz]

X2 Winterforces were noisy on the highway and you definitely feel all that tread

[watersoilair]

I use Goodyear Nordic tires. Only available in Canada at Canadian tire. I love them.

[MUSKOKA800]

I'm starting to re-consider straight winter tires (which I've always used for about 20 years) and might try a set of the Nokian WRG2's or the new Hankook OptimaS4 on my OEM alloys this winter. Both are snowflake rated with the OptimaS4's being available only in very limited quantities this year.
This strategy will allow me to drive on them deep into the spring while the winter road damage is cleaned up and then I can install the 18's once the potholes are filled.