Performance Winter / Snow Tires

Strikes a nice balance between clear road handling and snow/ice traction. Better wet/dry traction. A good option for higher performance vehicles.

These tires were originally developed for winter driving on European highways where high-speed driving on clear roads must be combined with traction on snow-covered roads. These tires are available in many of the low sidewall profile, large wheel diameter sizes used on sporty coupes and luxury sedans, as well as several crossover and sport utility vehicles.

Meet severe snow service standards, branded with mountain/snowflake symbol.

H-, V- or W-speed rated.

Run-flat tires available.

Must be installed in sets of four.

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Category Performance Averages

  1. Wet Traction
    7
  2. Dry Traction
    7
  3. Winter Performance All Season only
    8
  4. Ride Quality & Noise
    7
  5. Treadwear
    6

Performance Winter / Snow Tire Features

Good Winter Traction

Good Winter Traction

Designed for cold-weather performance, maximizing traction, braking, and handling on snow, slush, and ice.

Good Handling

Good Handling

Good balance and steering response allows you to position your vehicle precisely where, and when, you want it.

Good Wet Traction

Good Wet Traction

Developed to maintain traction in rainy conditions, reducing slip and enhancing braking distances on damp roads.

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Performance Winter / Snow tires, for sports car drivers in the lower snow belt, are designed to strike a more even balance between traction in winter's snow, slush and ice vs. handling/traction on clear roads.

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