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Originally Posted by MontanaFred
here is an interesting article about winter tires. I've always just used alll weather but after reading this article I just might make sure I change to REAL Michelin X-Ice severe service WINTER TIRES for the winter.
Michelin X-Ice severe service winter tires
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Hi Fred
I agree with the article, but I can't comment on the X-Ice since I have never used them or know of some one that has. I can tell you the Michelin 4X4 Alpins, (winter tire for SUV) were not as good as the Yokohamas that I used previously, nor as good as the Hakkapeliittas I am using now. The Michelins were better than my all seasons, but did not offer the grip on ice or snow that my old Yoks did. They were terrible for lane changes when you had to traverse through slush or piled up snow. The vehicle would be pulled, and if it wasn't for the excellent overides on the Mercedes, (just like the Honda brake assist and steering assist), I would have been in the ditch for sure.
The X-Ice is called the Lattitude Ice in the bigger sizes used for SUV's. These were the tires I was originally going to go with, since there is a limited selection for the Ridgeline. Honda Canada were sold old, and unable to get more until Michelin did their next production run. My options were Toyos or the Hakks. The Toyos were the same price as the Michelins, but the Hakks were $30.00 more for each tire.
The Dealership was unable to give me any pros or cons for the Toyos or the Hakks, but having used Hakks back in the early 80's on a Volvo GTL, I knew they were excellent tires back then and decided to go with them again. Also my friend had used them on a Nissan Maxima and just loved the Hakks. The Hakks are made in Finland, the Toyos are made in Japan and also have good reviews, but I think the Fins would have more experience with winter driving
