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Best Studless Winter Tires
While studded tires have their merits, they’re not allowed everywhere due to the damage they can cause to road surfaces. Enter studless (also called Nordic) winter tires, which offer great…
Firestone WinterForce 2 Review
Durable and sturdy, the WinterForce 2 is Firestone’s commitment to winter safety. Let’s start things off, with this tire’s main highlights. Main Highlights The Firestone WinterForce 2 offers great performance…
Barum Polaris 5 Review
Barum Polaris 5 is an affordable winter tire, where you don’t really compromise on a lot. Let’s check out its merits. Key Takeaway The Barum Polaris 5 excels in: Though…
Michelin X-Ice Snow Review
The Michelin X-Ice Snow is the latest offering in the realm of studless ice & snow winter tires, where it’s designed for coupes, sedans, minivans, and crossovers. This tire is…
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 Review
The Japanese Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 offers strong performance in winter’s harshest conditions, where it’s one of the best, when it comes to icy terrains. But is this tire really for…
Continental VikingContact 7 Review
With its strong reputation for icy and snowy roads, the Continental VikingContact 7 is one of best German manufacturer’s winter offerings. But are there better options? Well, you’re about to…
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 Review
Pirelli’s Winter Sottozero 3 is a blend of style and winter functionality, providing you with very appreciable ice and snow performance. Let’s see what else this tire has to offer…
Nokian Nordman 7 Review
From the renowned Finnish brand, the Nordman 7 is Nokian’s reliable winter companion, offering pretty decent overall snow and ice traction, with it’s studable lugs. Let’s see what else this…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs BF Goodrich G Force Winter 2
The Kleber Krisalp HP3 and the BF Goodrich G Force Winter 2, are both known for their distinctive performance, so its best to consider the following performance sections, starting with…
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 vs Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
Both Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 and Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 are pretty great overall, comparing other winter tires, I mean. Though its still best to consider following performance sections to find…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 Review
The Kleber Krisalp HP3 is a pretty decent budget pick, which offers superb performance, especially in terms of road noise reduction, and snow traction. Let’s see if this tire’s for…
Pirelli Scorpion Winter vs Winter 2
Both Pirelli Scorpion Winter and the Winter 2 are the superheroes of the winter tire domain, where the updated model shows-off even better abilities to combat the toughest icy conditions….
Goodyear WinterCommand Ultra Review
With Goodyear’s WinterCommand Ultra, winter roads become less daunting. Let’s start things off, with this tire’s main highlights. Main Highlights The Goodyear WinterCommand Ultra is pretty good when it comes…
Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 vs Winspike
Nexen WinGuard Sport 2, known for its superior snow traction, and Nexen Winspike, celebrated for its impressive performance on icy roads, are set to compete. Who will reign supreme in…
Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 Review
The Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 is a pretty reliable winter tire, which is not replaced by PA5. Now, although the Pilot Alpin series is a little pricey, it justifies that…
Pirelli Scorpion Winter vs Goodyear UltraGrip
Both Pirelli Scorpion Winter and Goodyear UltraGrip are snow-taming beasts in the winter tire market, each offering a unique set of capabilities to face the harshest weather conditions. Let’s see…
General Altimax Arctic 12 Review
The General AltiMAX Arctic 12 is designed for drivers seeking dependable winter traction across diverse conditions. Tailored for a range of vehicles, this tire offers a blend of responsive handling…
Pirelli Scorpion Winter vs Continental WinterContact SI
Both Pirelli Scorpion Winter and Continental WinterContact SI are the ice warriors of the winter tire realm, each exhibiting unique qualities to face the frosty challenges. Let’s check out the…
Barum Polaris 5 vs Nexen Winguard Sport 2
The battlefield is set as Barum Polaris 5, acclaimed for its innovative ice-grip technology, competes against Nexen Winguard Sport 2, known for its exceptional slush performance. Let’s find out who…
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 Review
The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 stands as a testament to the Japanese brand’s commitment to winter road safety for Light Truck/SUV drivers. The tire promises an unmatched grip whether you’re driving…
Sava Eskimo HP2 vs Barum Polaris 5
Both Sava Eskimo HP2 and Barum Polaris 5 are heavyweights in the winter tire division, each bringing a unique set of skills to tackle icy and snowy conditions. In this…
Goodyear WinterCommand Ultra vs Ultra Grip Ice WRT
Winter tire giants Goodyear WinterCommand Ultra and Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT, both famed for their unique strengths, are set to face off. Let’s see, which tire is a better…
Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 vs Sottozero 3
Both Pirelli Scorpion Winter and the Pirelli Sottozero 3 are pretty decent options, each giving out unique abilities to conquer the toughest winter roads. But which one is better for…
Nokian Nordman 7 vs Hakkapeliitta 9
Both Nokian Nordman 7 and Hankook Hakkapeliitta 9 are champions of the winter tires, each offering a unique blend of stability and traction in the harshest weather conditions. Let’s find…
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 vs Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3, celebrated for its impressive performance in snowy conditions, and Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4, known for its superior handling on ice, are up for a duel. Let’s…
Debica Frigo HP2 vs Frigo 2
Both the Debica Frigo HP2, and the Frigo 2 are great, where the updated model gets to offer slightly more. Let’s check the performance of both tires in detail. Key…
Gislaved Nordfrost 200 vs 100
Both Gislaved Nordfrost 200 and the Nordfrost 100, are great options, where the updated model offers better and more unique capabilities, especially when it comes to traction and handling. Let’s…
Gislaved Nordfrost 200 vs Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9
The heat is on as Gislaved Nordfrost 200, acclaimed for its revolutionary snow grip technology, confronts Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9, known for its supreme slush performance. Let’s discover which tire wins…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Michelin Alpin AP6
Kleber Krisalp HP3, with its unrivaled performance on snow, and Michelin Alpin AP6, known for its exceptional handling on ice, both promise a comfortable winter ride. But who will win…
Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 vs Sava Eskimo HP2
Both Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 and Sava Eskimo HP2 are respected options in the arena of winter tires, each showcasing unique abilities. So let’s find a better tire for your…
Nokian Nordman 7 vs Hankook I PIKE
Both Nokian Nordman 7 and the Hankook I PIKE showcase their unique strengths, and weaknesses, when it comes to handling snowy and icy roads. So let’s discuss things to find…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Nexen WinGuard Sport 2
The Kleber Krisalp HP3 and the Nexen WinGuard Sport 2, both notable for their distinctive winter performance, are now in the spotlight. Let’s dig deeper into their features to reveal…
Barum Polaris 5 vs Debica Frigo HP2
The Barum Polaris 5, known for its exceptional snow grip, and the Debica Frigo HP2, with its superior ice traction, lock horns in this face-off. Let’s crown a king out…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Sava Eskimo HP2
Both the Kleber Krisalp HP3 and the Sava Eskimo HP2, are top budget winter tires, celebrated for their impressive performance on types of weather conditions. Though let’s see which one…
Hankook Winter Icept RS2 vs RS3
Hankook Winter Icept RS2, renowned for its excellent snow traction, and Hankook Winter Icept RS3, praised for its superior handling on ice, are both set to put their best foot…
Hankook Winter Icept EVO2 vs EVO3
The Hankook Winter Icept EVO2, celebrated for its impressive winter handling, and the Hankook Winter Icept Evo3, acclaimed for its excellent traction, are set to go head-to-head. So it’s time…
Gislaved Nordfrost 200 vs General Altimax Arctic 12
The Gislaved Nordfrost 200 and the General Altimax Arctic 12, are both acclaimed for their exceptional winter performance, but which tire is a better pick for your driving style? Well,…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Barum Polaris 5
In the books of winter tires, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 and the Barum Polaris 5, are each respected for their unique prowess in handling, tread life, and comfort, offer a…
Barum Polaris 5 vs Matador MP93
It’s a clash of the titans, as Barum Polaris 5, lauded for its exceptional snow handling, battles Matador MP93, commended for its excellent grip on ice. Let’s see which out…
Hankook Winter Icept EVO2 vs RS2
Hankook Winter Icept EVO2, with its stellar performance on snowy roads, and Hankook RS2, known for its superior handling on icy paths, are ready for the winter tire showdown. But…
Pirelli Scorpion Winter vs Ice Zero FR
The competition is on as Pirelli Scorpion Winter, noted for its comfort and durability, challenges Pirelli Ice Zero FR, hailed for its fantastic handling. Let’s uncover which tire will dominate…
Yokohama IceGuard IG52C vs IG53
Both Yokohama IceGuard IG52C and the Yokohama IG53 are formidable contenders in the frosty domain of winter tires, each showcasing unique grip and stability on slippery surfaces. As winter blankets…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
Winter driving brings its own challenges, and the Kleber Krisalp HP3 and the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, both formidable winter tire options, promise to make the ride smoother. But who will…
Hankook Winter Icept RS2 vs Kleber Krisalp HP3
In the arena of winter tires, Hankook Winter Icept RS2 and Kleber Krisalp HP3, each offering unique strengths in handling, endurance, and ride comfort, are set to compete. Which one…
Continental WinterContact SI vs SI Plus
Continental WinterContact SI and the SI Plus, both leading options in the winter tire segment, each showcase individual expertise in traction, tire life, and ride comfort. So its best you…
Firestone Winterforce 2 vs 1
Firestone Winterforce 2, with its outstanding snow performance, and Firestone Winterforce 1, known for its excellent handling on icy roads, are ready to compete. Who will emerge as the winner…
Firestone Winterforce 2 vs UV
Firestone Winterforce 2 and its UV variant, both are considered champions in the winter tire scene, in my books, each with distinct fortes in handling, durability, and comfort. But the…
Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 vs SottoZero 2
Both Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 and SottoZero 2 are trusted allies when battling winter’s wrath, each offering unique weapons to combat icy roads and snowy paths. As winter approaches, let’s…
Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Fulda Kristall Control HP2
In the realm of winter tires, both the Kleber Krisalp HP3 and Fulda Kristall Control HP2, are pretty underrated, and go go head-to-head in terms of their performance values. But…
Nokian Nordman 7 vs Hakkapeliitta 10 R3
In the winter tire world, Nokian Nordman 7, with its superb performance on snowy terrains, and Hakkapeliitta 10 R3, known for its excellent handling on icy roads, are both set…