ConsumerReports winter tire recos-
10-04-2005, 06:03 PM
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ConsumerReports winter tire recos-
as of Nov2005:
(you'll need to support them and buy the rag, or get the online subscription for the full report)
Quick Picks
Best for severe winter performance:
1 Michelin $84
3 Goodyear $75
4 Bridgestone $86
5 Mastercraft $54
The Michelin (1) is the top choice for harsh winters. The Goodyear (3) and Mastercraft (5) also provide excellent snow traction, though not as good braking on ice. The Bridgestone (4) is also very capable on both snow and ice.
For moderate winter conditions:
2 Viking $43
The Viking (2) is worth considering where winters are moderate or roads are cleared promptly. It handles and brakes very well on dry and wet pavement, and it rides comfortably and quietly.
(you'll need to support them and buy the rag, or get the online subscription for the full report)
Quick Picks
Best for severe winter performance:
1 Michelin $84
3 Goodyear $75
4 Bridgestone $86
5 Mastercraft $54
The Michelin (1) is the top choice for harsh winters. The Goodyear (3) and Mastercraft (5) also provide excellent snow traction, though not as good braking on ice. The Bridgestone (4) is also very capable on both snow and ice.
For moderate winter conditions:
2 Viking $43
The Viking (2) is worth considering where winters are moderate or roads are cleared promptly. It handles and brakes very well on dry and wet pavement, and it rides comfortably and quietly.
10-04-2005, 09:26 PM
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The Consumer Reports article is based on testing a tire size of 205/65R15 92T, which will never see the bottom of a 3G TL. It is virtually impossible to compare a 205/65 tire to a 235/45 tire.
They say they selected a common size, and their judgements served as a yardstick for 14-17 inch sizes of the same models.
Wouldn't it be nice if we could get a Michelin tire for a 3G TL for $84, with a treadwear rating of 500? Never going to happen. And the speed ratings they selected cannot be compared to the speed ratings required by the 3G TL.
There is no way you can apply the Consumer Reports conclusions to tires used on our cars. But the fact that Michelin came out so high is a testimonial to the fact that Michelin's are damn good tires.
They say they selected a common size, and their judgements served as a yardstick for 14-17 inch sizes of the same models.
Wouldn't it be nice if we could get a Michelin tire for a 3G TL for $84, with a treadwear rating of 500? Never going to happen. And the speed ratings they selected cannot be compared to the speed ratings required by the 3G TL.
There is no way you can apply the Consumer Reports conclusions to tires used on our cars. But the fact that Michelin came out so high is a testimonial to the fact that Michelin's are damn good tires.
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