Michelin X-Ice Xi2 Winter Tire 215/65R15 96T

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.

I purchased these tires for a 2010 Honda CR-V based upon their Consumer reports rating and have not been disappointed. I live in Western MA where the snow is heavy and weather can be fierce. The mix of the Honda AWD system and these tires has amazed me with how good these tires are. There were times last winter when I left my 4WD Jeep Cherokee in the garage because I trusted the Honda to have better traction and maneuverability. In 40 years of driving, these are the best snow tires I have owned. Note: Remember these are snow tires and should not be used in Spring or Summer when the weather is warm as the rubber compound is soft and made for cold weather only. I cannot recommend these tires highly enough for snow and ice conditions.

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.

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,

These tires made a world of difference in my car's driving performance. I can drive comfortably in all conditions including ice and snow. I have them on a 2WD SUV and get excellent grip in the snow. Even when 4WD trucks are sliding all over the place, my vehicle glides through the snow. I had a car pull out in front of me last winter but that car lost traction in the snow and couldn't get moving quickly. My Xi2 tires never lost grip as I came to a quick stop. I recommend these to all of my friends now.