The most recent owner reviews from this car, in their own words.
I’ve been using the General Tire Altimax Arctic 12 (studded ) this winter, and they’ve been a game-changer in harsh conditions. The **traction on ice and packed snow is outstanding**, giving me confidence even on slippery roads. The studs really help with stability, especially when braking or cornering on black ice.
One thing that really impressed me is the **wet traction in cold temperatures**. Unlike some winter tires that can feel slippery in slushy or rainy conditions, these handle wet roads **very well**, maintaining control and grip.
In deep snow, they also perform impressively, keeping the car stable and predictable. One downside is that, like most studded tires, they are **noisy on dry pavement**. However, that’s a small trade-off for the **safety and performance they provide** in extreme winter conditions.
Overall, if you need **serious winter traction** with **great wet performance in the cold**, the **Altimax Arctic 12 (studded)** is a solid choice. Just be prepared for some road noise on clear days!
Good deal when on sale for such a high performance tire. The TW rating and performance is a good street daily mix. Have not experienced any hydro planing even with the increased width. Car is G37s (big brakes) 6mt with hks digresive coil overs and extra 1 deg camber in front and back. Very sporty feel and will tram line on undulating road + tar snakes
My cheap ass installed those summer chinese tires on my Infiniti g37x, the exact size were 245/40/19. Not gonna lie i'm frikkin impressed. So far only 1 season passed with them and they handle pretty damn good, I whiteline and swim through traffic with those tires, went to drag strip 3 times and they never let me down. But still don't take it for granted and slow down when it's wet... Remember those are 350$ chinese tires. They're noisy tires but i have a straight pipe so I can barely hear them anyway hah.
Would buy them again *only for summer*. Overall rating 7/10
Nice grip in all conditions and comfortable. Took bumps well, not too noisy either, but didn't balance well and wore down unevenly to the cords in 20k miles.
Ive had Hankook and Falken top tier tires and they were good.
Hankook better than Falken but essentially I needed a better application for the type of power I have driving and also I would go to Canyons quite a bit so I needed something with more grip and where I felt confident.
Michelin Pilot Super Sport and Pilot Sport 4s did it. The difference I felt almost immediately, the level of handling I felt like I could handle now and just the drive, I will absolutely buy again. The price will have me wait till I need to replace them, but you absolutely get what you paid for.
Love these tires! A great price for a great driving tire. no issues in rain nor in ice and snow that we have here in Canada.
Plus I have never had quieter tires ever.
Do not buy these tires if you drive over 45 mph or if you have kids. These are the most unsafe tires I have ever used, they feel as if there is no sidewall support. I bought these tires 100 miles ago and had to buy different ones to replace these ones with after they almost killed my so and myself. the rear end sways like the rims are on with 1 lug nut . worst ride ever. i am so disappointed..
For a tire that I couldn't find absolutely, or almost no information at all, I've been trying to tell myself to get rid of it and get the tried and proven. But the more I test it's abilities in Rain, Light snow and Dry roads (I live in Seattle area), it handles smoothly. It could be that I'm driving on an G37X which is all wheel drive. Light snow, turning can make me slide forward instead of turning and rain is no problem at all.
73%
Nankang AS1
225-55-17-W Infiniti G37
32,000 miles August 16, 2014
Good grip on dry, but wet grip is not so good. Very inexpensive and last long. A bit noisy when worn.
Have these awful tires on my g37s and stay away!!! Great for dry superb handling. I drive cautious in the rain but their good in the rain. However the tread life is TERRIBLE I am at 9500 miles and there is nothing left and I occasionally get on the car mostly on the highway. I dont do burnouts and launches. Not happy with the treadwear. If you want tires that grip well in dry get them but they will only last 8-10k..
