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The ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is Continental's Ultra High Performance All-Season tire developed for drivers of sports cars, sports coupes, performance sedans, SUVs and CUVs. Designed to improve upon key metrics compared to its predecessor, like braking in dry and wet, along with increased traction in snow and ice, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is built to deliver skillful handling and high-speed capability with increased confidence for inclement weather, even in light snow.

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Featuring an updated, performance-tuned all-season tread compound molded into an updated asymmetric tread design and utilizing SPORTPLUS+ Technology, the ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is built for enhanced handling and braking performance. Macro-Blocks and Chamfered block edges help improve ultimate dry road traction and provide increased cornering responsiveness. Generous high angle and circumferential grooves help evacuate water from the contact patch for increased hydroplaning resistance. 3D sipes help retain handling precision while increasing the number of biting edges for improved wet traction, while X-Sipes are utilized to improve lateral and longitudinal grip in inclement weather. Traction grooves within the circumferential channels further enhance winter weather traction by improving snow-to-snow traction.

ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS tires feature an Alignment Verification System to help identify vehicle misalignment concerns early in the tire's life before wear patterns form. The system also confirms suitability for different driving conditions through Tuned Performance Indicators. Tuned Performance Indicators are visible letters molded into the second rib from the outboard shoulder to alert drivers of the tire's performance levels. A visible "DWS" indicates the tire has appropriate tread depth for dry conditions, as well as wet roads and snow. After the "S" has worn away, the remaining "DW" indicates the tire only has appropriate tread depth for dry and most wet road conditions. After the "W" and "S" have both worn away, the remaining "D" indicates the tire has appropriate tread depth for dry conditions only.

The ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS incorporates a high strength, 2 ply sidewall construction for improved resistance to damage, along with a Sport Sidewall Insert for increased handling responsiveness. Continental's new high-strength, triple action, hybrid cap ply helps combine the positive attributes of a stiffer cord material for improved handling characteristics, while simultaneously retaining the benefits of a more flexible cord, helping maintain a smooth and quiet ride with an optimized contact patch for even wear and longer tread life.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus

Tire Category: Ultra High Performance All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus
Excellent
98%
57M
8.9 - Excellent
9.1 - Excellent
9.0 Hydroplaning Resistance
9.1 Wet Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.3 Corner Stability
9.4 Dry Traction
9.2 Steering Response
7.5 - Good
8.2 Light Snow Traction
7.4 Deep Snow Traction
7.0 Ice Traction
8.9 - Excellent
9.0 Ride Quality
8.7 Noise
8.5 - Good

General Grabber A/TX Reviews

Owners report excellent dry traction and confident off-road performance, with many ratings in the 9-10 range for rugged terrain capability. Wet traction scores consistently hit 8-10, showing strong hydroplaning resistance for all-terrain use. Winter traction earns praise (8-10 scores) for snow and deep snow handling, though ice performance shows occasional 7-8 ratings. Ride comfort receives mostly 8-9 scores, though some note road noise at higher speeds. Treadwear ratings cluster around 8-10, with multiple users highlighting durability across mixed surfaces. Feedback aligns well with the tire's all-terrain design priorities, particularly excelling in dry/wet conditions and off-road stability.

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918 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 877 positive
  • 41 negative

Most customers rate Wet Traction highly with scores of 9-10, highlighting confident grip and hydroplaning resistance in wet conditions. High marks align with All-Terrain capabilities.

January 06, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...Wet pavement is good too...

Tires look great, dont kill my mileage, much quieter than BFG KO's, handle great on roads, dirt, general mud and snow. Wet pavement is good too. The one negative I have is the sidewall's are a bit too soft and I wish they were a little more rigid. This is the only thing that would make me consider another brand. If General fixed this issue, it would be the only tire I'd buy.

Vehicle: 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
Miles Driven on Tires: 18,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SIMPSONVILLE, SC
Driving Style: Spirited

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684 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 650 positive
  • 34 negative

Customers rate the Grabber A/TX's snow and deep snow traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows strong performance (scores 7-10 dominate), though a few lower ratings suggest occasional variability in extreme ice conditions.

January 09, 2026
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...These tires were much superior to the Wrangler's as I noticed better grip and control off-road and better handling in snow and on muddy bush roads...

Replaced Goodyear Wrangler Adventure series tires as they had aged out. These tires were much superior to the Wrangler’s as I noticed better grip and control off-road and better handling in snow and on muddy bush roads. I also pull a North Country 24 RKS trailer with no issues. I use my truck for hunting as well and have no trouble on muddy tracks and trails as long as I am smart about my limits. I run mine at 55 lbs all the time and find no reason to up the pressure even when loaded. I have about 25K on these now over 3 years of driving in city/ highway and off-road and have plenty of tread left. I will replace with the same again in 3years probably.

Vehicle: 2011 Ford F250 XLT 4X4 Super Cab
Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: THUNDER BAY, ON
Driving Style: Easy Going

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January 04, 2026
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4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

Got them for the winter had studs put in them for the winter. They're awesome.

Got them for the winter had studs put in them. They’re awesome.

Vehicle: 2024 Polaris Ranger 1500 XD premium
Miles Driven on Tires: 200
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: ATHELSTANE, WI
Driving Style: Spirited

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February 26, 2026
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...These are actually very quiet, and the vehicle is well under control in any situation I've had this winter in Pa.

I was prepared for tire noise. These are actually very quiet, and the vehicle is well under control in any situation I've had this winter in Pa.

Vehicle: 2012 Nissan Frontier King Cab SV V6
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DOUGLASSVILLE, PA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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966 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 948 positive
  • 18 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The Grabber A/TX delivers confident handling and reliable grip in dry conditions, excelling as a top-tier all-terrain option.

February 19, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Best traction in my experience than Wildpeaks / Toyo AT3 / Nitto Crossmax...

2nd set of Grabbers. Lower road noise than Wildpeaks.
Best traction in my experience than Wildpeaks / Toyo AT3 / Nitto Crossmax. I experienced chunking on AT3s. Side wall cracking on AT3/Wildpeaks/Crossmax. On my second set of Grabbers and they’ve been bulletproof.

Vehicle: 2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD Push Button Start CrewMax
Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HIALEAH, FL
Driving Style: Average

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January 06, 2026
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4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

Tires look great, dont kill my mileage, much quieter than BFG KO's, handle great on roads, dirt, general mud and snow...

Tires look great, dont kill my mileage, much quieter than BFG KO's, handle great on roads, dirt, general mud and snow. Wet pavement is good too. The one negative I have is the sidewall's are a bit too soft and I wish they were a little more rigid. This is the only thing that would make me consider another brand. If General fixed this issue, it would be the only tire I'd buy.

Vehicle: 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
Miles Driven on Tires: 18,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SIMPSONVILLE, SC
Driving Style: Spirited

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970 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 867 positive
  • 103 negative

Most customers give the Grabber A/TX excellent comfort scores (9-10), praising its smooth ride and noise control. While a few lower ratings exist, the majority highlight its ability to maintain comfort in rugged conditions, fitting its all-terrain purpose.

February 11, 2026
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

I was very happy with the tires and their off-road performance as well as day to day driving smoothness.

I had a set of these tires on a 1989 Trooper, that had BFG All Terrains on it prior. I was very happy with the tires and their off-road performance as well as day to day driving smoothness. I put about 35k miles before I sold the truck. A few years later I found these in the size for my CR-V, and while it isn't an off-road machine, it does get used on some dirt/sand roads and sees some snow. I got almost 54k miles on these tires on my Honda. Overall they were great - BUT - after about 40k they started to get pretty loud, and the gas mileage was hit by about 1-1/2 mpg on the highway. I replaced them with the General Altimax RT-43 tires, which will need to be replaced this summer. I'm looking at these A/TX again, as I am driving a bit less and have a lot of dirt and gravel roads in my new locale (as well as winter snow). Overall, a great tire at a reasonable price.

Vehicle: 2005 Honda CR-V
Miles Driven on Tires: 54,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: BEND, OR
Driving Style: Average

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786 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 716 positive
  • 70 negative

Most customers rate treadwear 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent durability in rugged conditions. High scores reflect long-lasting performance expected from all-terrain tires.

January 29, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...And they wear a very long time...

I have purchased these tires several times because they outperform and I can rely on the way they handle in all conditions. We have 3 jeeps and one of the Jeeps had The most aggressive tire Les Schwab had for this vehicle, and the rubber was sub par, the handling of the vehicle was subpar, it did not have the same confidence in hugging the road that these General AT Grabbers have. We put the Grabbers on this jeep too and we could really tell the difference, weird, it even drifted less, handled lots better. Trust all my vehicles because of these tires. And they wear a very long time. Recommend highly. In fact, purchasing again today for one of my Jeeps.

Vehicle: 1996 Jeep Cherokee
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: GARDINER, OR
Driving Style: Easy Going

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February 16, 2026
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4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

These are one of the deepest tread tires I could find at a 1/2" they hold up very well I've be been running these for the last 5 yrs and averaged over 50 k on my 1st set..

These are one of the deepest tread tires I could find at a 1/2” they hold up very well I’ve be been running these for the last 5 yrs and averaged over 50 k on my 1st set..

Vehicle: 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4wd Double Cab
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ
Driving Style: Average

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January 01, 2026
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Last set of same tire lasted 70k miles

Reliable tire with great overall traction and wear. Last set of same tire lasted 70k miles

Vehicle: 2018 Ford F150 4WD SuperCrew
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: NORTON, MA
Driving Style: Average

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Are EV-Specific Tires Better than Popular Non-EV Tires? – 2025 Test 1 - With Winter Update(39:48)

In the first test of 2025, we run it back with EV vs non-EV tires with an eleven-tire, five-category grouping.  Using our pair of Teslas, we delve into efficiency, road characteristics, wet and dry handling/braking, and of course, the overall rankings when combined! Including a final chart with tires from 2024 added! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the first test of 2025!



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Ultra High Performance All-Season tires are for drivers looking to maximize handling and performance while also maintaining decent year-round traction. The Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus is a legendary performer in this category, scoring high marks with both our test drivers and continuously earning Tire Rack’s Consumer Recommended status.

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In this episode of “TJ Talking” our tire information and testing manager, TJ Campbell, sits down on a video call with Bjoern Glaeser, product manager at Continental Tire, todiscuss the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus. This one-on-one dives into the tire’s design and how Continental took the ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus to the next level.

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