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Accepts Studs
This tire can have studs installed to provide additional mechanical traction on icy surfaces. Studded tires are prohibited by law in many provinces. Ask at your local Canadian Tire store.
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General Tire Altimax Arctic Tire features a multi-angle sipe system enhances traction in high-angled turns and straight-ahead driving
Innovative and unique Quad-Tech Technology provides improved handling and exceptional traction on snow and ice covered surfaces
Directional tread pattern amplifies water evacuation to resists hydroplaning and improve steering balance
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5 out of 5 stars.
Broken belt
2 years ago
Broke a belt on one of my winter tires and decided to buy two of these. Would have bought a set of 4 but there was only 3 tires at 3 different stores this side of the Quebec border so I travelled to two separate locations to get a set of 2
Yes, I recommend this product.
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3 out of 5 stars.
Lacking somehow in grip
5 years ago
These were installed on an Audi Q5 (all wheel drive) a few years ago. I no longer have the car but I remember a few things. The tires were purchased new, and were used on 17in SUV wheels. I do remember climbing a long steep road before the city trucks came to plow the snow. Basically, all FWD and RWD cars were stuck on the incline, the Audi equipped with the Altimax had no trouble climbing the road. That said, I did notice the tires would have a tendency to slip a little too easy on almost all snow conditions, deep snow, slush and ice - obviously, on ice pretty much any non studded tire will spin, but I was surprised about the amount of spinning on snow with these tires, even with gentle acceleration. For the same amount of money I had other brands which would not spin this easily. I rate this tire average - it doesn't mean it's a bad tire, it's just that it performs better than cheap winter tires, but less well than other brands at the same price.
I replaced these tires (which were great) with the Motormaster Winter Edge tires and immediately noticed that the new tires had much less grip. After two seasons, the mechanic mentioned that the Motormasters are quite worn and I may only get one more season out ot them. I compared the tread to the old Altimax Arctic tires (I had switched it to a barely used car) and the tread on the Altimax Arctic was deeper (and had 68,000km on it vs 29,000 for the Motormaster ones). I would definitely buy the Altimax Arctic tires again! (But I recommend not buying the Motormaster ones)
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
goog product
5 years ago
Excellent value,There is no review to accompany this rating.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Just got a set and will report back
7 years ago
I just had 4 225/60/16 installed on my Fusion SE and will report back at the end of winter. I don't expect them to perform like my Dunlop Wintersport 3D's which for me are one of the best winter tires I have ever driven on, but we will see. I am confident based on many reviews I have read that they will do well. I hope so...
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Q: When buying winter tires is it absolutely necessary to buy steel rims as well? I have always had the tires installed on my existing rims.
15 years ago
6 Answers
A: No but it is better for the life and reliability of the tires since you streatch the bead ( seal ) puting them on and off, you may develope slow leaks, also installation become cheaper and faster. Besides if you have nice rims in the summer why ruin them in winter
15 years ago
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Q: Winter Tire size for 2010 Beetle
My 2010 Beetle all-season tires are 205/55 R16 H. The VW dealer reccommends putting 15 inch winter tires and rims as he says that size will perform better in the snow and ice.....anyone have any opinions on this? Agree? Disagree? If no, then why?
15 years ago
3 Answers
A: Your 205/55 R16 will be equivalent in tire size to a 195/65 R15. The rim is smaller but the rubber portion is taller. There is barely any change in the overall diameter of the wheel. The 195/65 R15 tire is not as wide as the 205 and there will be more bite into the snow, hence better performance. This way you would need an additional set of rims.
Anonymous14 years ago
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Q: 2010 Honda Odessey 23560R17 I want General Altimax Arctic. Which size do I go with?
15 years ago
3 Answers
A: check me if I am wrong .
for the ex
235 65 r16
15 years ago
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Q: Downsizing When Buying Winter Tires
I own a 2007 Accent 3-dr hatchback - SPORT version- 205/45 R16 "performance" tires. I found that this specific size is rather difficult to find and expensive ! , I wonder if I could safely downsize to 195/60/R15 accompanied by 15 inch steel rims
15 years ago
3 Answers
A: 15" Recommended: 195/55-15 would be a good choice but you need rims to fit, verify with dealer or tire shop.
Original Equipment Wheel Diameter: 16"
16" Recommended: 205/45-16
15 years ago
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Q: I drive a 09 Dodge Journey, current tires 225/70/16. Is there another size i can buy?
16 years ago
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A: you can alway go a little thiner like 215 but 225 is good.
Original Equipment Wheel Diameter: 16"
16" Recommended: 225/70-16
Original Equipment Wheel Diameter: 17"
17" Recommended: 225/65-17
Original Equipment Wheel Diameter: 18"
18" Recommended: 225/60-18
15 years ago
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Q: What size should 09 VW Tiguan have? Thanks!
16 years ago
3 Answers
A: you have to say which model since
sel 4 motion is 215/65-16
215/65-16
Minus Wheel Diameter: 17"
(Smaller wheel diameter than O.E.) Explain
17" Recommended: 235/55-17
17" Alternate: 215/60-17
Original Equipment Wheel Diameter: 18"
18" Recommended: 235/50-18
15 years ago
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Q: General Altimax Arctics Available for '96 Dodge Grand Caravan? We're going on a road trip to SK this Xmas. 2 or 4 wheels?
16 years ago
3 Answers
A: which model
ES is
215/65-16
16" Alternate: 225/60-16
best is four if only two then the drive wheels
15 years ago
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Q: Other hidden fees with tire purchase?
Just to be clear, if I purchase a set of tires, are there any other fees/charges apart from the cost of the tires plus tax?
16 years ago
3 Answers
A: + $12 surtaxe on a set (recycling)
- cts mounting+new valves free on new tires
+ $36 to balance
+ $12 for gas inflating
15 years ago
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Q: Vancouver Winters???
Hello, Unlike the rest of the country, we rarely get below -5 for extended periods and the snow we do get normally only lasts 2 or 3 days before it turns to a slushy mess....will these cut it? If not, what do you recommend for our Vancouver winters?
16 years ago
3 Answers
A: Yes, they'll more than cut it.
15 years ago
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Q: que me conseilliez vous?
jai un rv4 le traction intégrale
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