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The Goodyear UltraGrip Arctic 2 SUV comes closest to challenging Nokian in winter conditions, offering impressive grip in both longitudinal acceleration and braking scenarios on ice. While the tyre matches Nokian's performance in straight-line winter driving, it falls short in cornering precision, displaying delayed steering response and an inconsistent grip balance that can shift unpredictably between understeer and oversteer. On wet roads, Goodyear performs admirably with strong aquaplaning resistance and short braking distances, though it lacks the precise steering feel found on dry asphalt. The tyre also shows slightly higher rolling resistance compared to some competitors, affecting fuel economy.