Michelin X-Ice Xi2 215/70R15 98 T Tire

I have a very steep long driveway and a heavy rear wheel drive car. In the past I have owned performance snow tires which always struggled to get me up the driveway with even a coating of snow on the ground. I have had no problems getting up my driveway this winter with these tires. I even had a day when the driveway was covered with a layer of ice and I feared I wouldn't make it up, but to my surprise I was able to get up the driveway with the TCS only coming on a couple times.

In Minnesota, we get quite a mix of weather conditions. I drive on dry highway, icy county roads, and my oftentimes unplowed side road. These tires make it so I can barely tell the difference between the three. I cannot stop bragging about these tires to people. my wife is sick of me talking about how much I love them. What a world of difference they make, I']m sticking with Michelins.

My wife and I couldn't believe how well these performed! We put them on a 1989 BMW 325i (rear wheel drive) and went anywhere we wanted! Mistakenly left them on all year; actually performed just fine through the summer too which was unexpected. Lasted a long time considering that decision,

I have just purchased these tires and they handle like a premium tire but they are a snow and ice tire. In wet weather they stop on a dime and hug the road in confidence. I expect they will be perfect for the bad roads in Michigan winter. They are not cheap, but you get what you pay for. I could of gotten cheaper ones, but they sure would not perform like these tires. I'm so impressed with this first Michelin purchase, and I will be buying regular Michelin tires as my original tires wear out.

Tread ware is exceptional so far. Had them on for a season and still look brand new. In my area we don't get deep snow; rather icy and slushy conditions. Maybe a dusting of snow but nothing to bad. These tires seem to excel in those conditions. Accelerating and stopping abilities inspire confidence and provide an extra level of comfort in the bad weather. We get very wet roads as well and no once did I feel any hydroplaning. Dry road handling is also better than I expected. Predictable tires but you do get some squirm if pushed too hard. Haven't once been stuck. Excellent tire.