r/TireQuestions

Given the time of year, we are about to see a large influx of posts about winter tires.
Some will ask for reviews, others will ask if all seasons are good enough. Below are some extremely important things to understand when it comes to winter driving:

1. You absolutely need winter tires.
2. As a general rule, the more expensive the better. Michelin x ice, Bridgestone Blizzak, Nokian Hakkapelitta. They aren’t cheap - but they are significantly cheaper than totalling your vehicle.
3. It’s 4 wheel drive not 4 wheel stop. The type of drivetrain in your vehicle does nothing with regard to how it stops on snow and ice. The only thing that makes a difference is the material making contact with the ground.
4. Studded tires are legal here and you should use them. They make an incredible difference.
5. Drive the conditions not the speed limit. That slippery white stuff on the ground means you need to slow down, give more space, and drive with the assumption that you can slide at any time. It only takes one bad slide to end your life or the life of others.
6. It’s incredibly helpful to YouTube how to counter steer when sliding.

If you’re planning on driving this winter, you have a duty to do everything you can to ensure your vehicle is not a liability to the welfare of others on the road. This starts with ensuring you have the appropriate tires on.

Also, the first snowfall of the season is often the worst time to be on the road as many drivers have not yet switched over their tires. Be extra diligent out there.

Hi, I'm looking to replace all the 4 tires on my EQS SUV 450+ RWD. Wanted to take suggestions from ppl which company tires have they been using that is pretty good on range and last longer as well. I know normally an All Season tire on EQS would last around 20k miles.

Specifications I'm looking for: 275/45R21 110H (or W or Y) XL with Noise Canceling Technology just like Pirelli Scorpion Zero All Season have.

Also, do you prefer run-flat or non run-flat tires?

Climate: I live in Atlanta so no snow driving with it rains here a lot.

so i got my tires on my 2012 mercedes benz s550 mounted and balanced at walmart as im leaving my brake pad wear light came on and it’s definitely from them messing with my car my brakes are brand new guessing they knocked the sensor off my pad but what should i do should i try to get compensation or just get them to fix it idk i dont feel like fixing there mistake but also dont want them to fuck my car up more

Looking for some insight here. I bought Michelin Defender LTX M/S tires at Costco 2 years ago. There is still a lot of tread left, but every time it rains or the roads are wet, my tires are slippery. I went to Costco today to ask about it, but the technician said there's nothing he can do and suggested it might be an issue with my vehicle. I don't think so—I stay on top of maintenance and just had brand new brakes installed. Has anyone experienced something similar, or does anyone have suggestions?

I need some help deciding between these two tires. I know this ssounds like a no-brainer for all of the Michelin people but I have always been a Continental tire guy and the ProContacts have been great for me. I drive a 2018 VW Passat GT as a daily and live in MA so I see all types of weather. Was planning on grabbing a set of Conti DWS 06's but they don't qualify for the buy 3 get 1 for a buck promo. Now I am between the CC2's and ProContact's, On one hand the Contis I have now have been great and I like the way they ride (if its not broke don't fix it right?), but on the other hand I have heard nothing but good things about the CC2's. I drive primarily highway but also spend a decent amount of time sitting in traffic. I have to go to work regardless of how much it is snowing, have not had any problems with the ProContacts and have driven in some pretty heavy snow (especially after last winter) but keep hearing how great the CC2s are as an all around tire and am torn between the two. The Michelins are $80 more for the set, so the price difference is not huge, any input is much appreciated!

Thanks!