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The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs, pick-ups, and commercial vans. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet and even light snow.

Defender LTX M/S2

Defender LTX M/S2 tires feature the Michelin Evertread 2.0 compound, an evolution of the DNA found in the prior Defender LTX M/S, specifically formulated to resist abrasion under high load and high torque. The compound is molded into an all-new symmetric tread design; patterned into a series of closely spaced independent blocks, this layout affords additional depth and rigidity compared to its predecessor. This design, combined with high-density 3D SipeLock technology, allows the Defender LTX M/S2 to maintain block cohesion in dry conditions, while still offering the biting edges necessary for all-season traction. Four circumferential grooves and open shoulder slots handle water evacuation from the contact patch for strong wet braking and traction.

The internal construction of the Defender LTX M/S2 includes a twin polyester body casing for stable, crisp steering response and two steel belts providing reliability at highway speeds with the strength necessary to handle heavy loads. A reinforcing polyamide cap ply further enhances performance and stability at high speeds.

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Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update(24.17)

In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!



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Ratings Charts & Reviews Michelin Defender LTX M/S2

Tire Category: Highway All-Season

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
Excellent
100%
6.9M
9.0 - Excellent
8.5 - Good
8.6 Dirt Traction
8.4 Sand Traction
8.3 Mud Traction
8.6 Rock Traction
9.2 - Excellent
9.2 Hydroplaning Resistance
9.3 Wet Traction
9.5 - Excellent
9.5 Corner Stability
9.6 Dry Traction
9.4 Steering Response
8.4 - Good
8.8 Light Snow Traction
8.4 Deep Snow Traction
7.9 Ice Traction
9.3 - Excellent
9.4 Ride Quality
9.2 Noise
9.4 - Excellent

Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady Reviews

Ratings highlight excellence across all categories for this Grand Touring All-Season tire. Comfort stands out with consistent 8-10 scores, praised for smooth rides and low noise. Treadwear earns strong 8-10 ratings, with many noting durability aligns well with all-season expectations. Winter traction impresses (7-10 range), handling snow confidently though ice performance shows slight variability. Wet traction shines with 9-10 hydroplaning resistance and reliable grip. Dry traction scores 8-10, delivering responsive handling and stability. Customers emphasize balanced year-round performance, with high satisfaction in comfort and tread life reinforcing its suitability for daily drivers seeking dependable all-weather capability.

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878 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 852 positive
  • 26 negative

Wet traction receives strong ratings, with most scores 9-10. The Assurance WeatherReady delivers confident grip and hydroplaning resistance in heavy rain, performing excellently as expected for a grand touring all-season tire.

February 10, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

We needed wet road traction to climb our steep mountainside driveway. These tires delivered it!

We needed wet road traction to climb our steep mountainside driveway. These tires delivered it!

Vehicle: 2008 Kia Sportage LX I4 2wd
Miles Driven on Tires: 4,200
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, AR
Driving Style: Easy Going

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March 13, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
3.6 out of 5 Star Rating
3.6 out of 5

...Driving in the wet has been good...

With less than 4000 miles on them, so far so good. This is Mom's car, so it's driven between 2500-3500 miles a year. The OEM Continentals were shot @ 37k. Her Encore is a '17 model, so you can see it's not driven much. Tread wear is good, and driving in the wet has been good. She does not get out in the snow, so we cannot report on that as of yet.

Vehicle: 2017 Buick Encore AWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: OXFORD, OH
Driving Style: Average

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637 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 600 positive
  • 37 negative

Customers rate the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady's winter traction highly, with most scores 9-10 in snow and deep snow. Ice grip earns strong 8-9 ratings, though a few note minor challenges. Overall, it delivers reliable all-season winter performance drivers trust.

March 13, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...Even in some deeper snow, this tire performed really well. Sure footed...

Recommended. I was looking for a good all weather tire that could handle all conditions, from dry pavement to snow. This tire checked all those boxes. Even in some deeper snow, this tire performed really well. Sure footed. I liked these tires so much, I purchased a second set for my other car.

Vehicle: 2015 Ford Fusion AWD SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: BUFFALO, NY
Driving Style: Average

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February 10, 2026
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4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...Good on snow and rain.

Seem to be a good tire .
Haven't been on long enough to comment on tread wear life
Good on snow and rain.

Vehicle: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DAISYTOWN, PA
Driving Style: Average

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944 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 928 positive
  • 16 negative

Customers consistently rate the Assurance WeatherReady's dry traction highly, with most scoring 9s and 10s. The tire delivers responsive handling and confident grip in dry conditions, excelling as a Grand Touring All-Season option.

March 13, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...I was looking for a good all weather tire that could handle all conditions, from dry pavement to snow. This tire checked all those boxes...

Recommended. I was looking for a good all weather tire that could handle all conditions, from dry pavement to snow. This tire checked all those boxes. Even in some deeper snow, this tire performed really well. Sure footed. I liked these tires so much, I purchased a second set for my other car.

Vehicle: 2015 Ford Fusion AWD SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: BUFFALO, NY
Driving Style: Average

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954 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 892 positive
  • 62 negative

Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady excels in comfort, with most ride and noise scores between 9-10. Smooth, quiet performance aligns perfectly with Grand Touring All-Season expectations.

March 03, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Smooth ride and great traction.

Great tire! Haven’t had any issues. Smooth ride and great traction.

Vehicle: 2018 Acura TLX V6 FWD
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: PLANO, TX
Driving Style: Spirited

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February 17, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5 Star Rating
4.6 out of 5

...I like that they are quiet too.

The tires provide a good value and performance. I like that they are quiet too.

Vehicle: 1997 Acura 3.5RL
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SOUTH BOSTON, MA
Driving Style: Easy Going

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669 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 607 positive
  • 62 negative

Most customers rate treadwear as excellent, with scores of 9-10 highlighting long-lasting performance. The Assurance WeatherReady's durable compound delivers reliable mileage, ideal for all-season touring use.

November 23, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...Treadware is good if you rotate your tires and keep your car aligned...

This is an excellent value for a true all weather tire. It has the snow tire severe weather rating, rides and handles confidently. Treadware is good if you rotate your tires and keep your car aligned. The real value comes in if you apply and and get a Goodyear credit card, and buy them from Rack you will save about 50% between the GY card and Racks extra rebates. It’s a no brainer.

Vehicle: 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
Miles Driven on Tires: 8,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: GLENSIDE, PA
Driving Style: Average

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September 02, 2025
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5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

Excellent treadwear and ride comfort. Best of both worlds. I've put these tires on two other vehicles over the last several years.

Excellent treadwear and ride comfort. Best of both worlds. I've put these tires on two other vehicles over the last several years.

Vehicle: 2010 Acura MDX Base
Miles Driven on Tires: 80,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: PECULIAR, MO
Driving Style: Average

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Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update(24.17)

In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!



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View All Winter Test Results

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The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs and pick-ups. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet, and even light snow.

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