Will need to be replacing the tires on my 2012 focus soon. Any suggestions?
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Will need to be replacing the tires on my 2012 focus soon. Any suggestions?
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Everyone seems to love Continental DWS (Dry,Wet,Snow) if I was to get new tires ever, those would be the ones.. I think they are the number one all season tire. Check tirerack.com
Also, I think many threads have been posted on this topic.
Good luck in your search!
Also, I think many threads have been posted on this topic.
Good luck in your search!
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If your looking for a great a/s tire= DWS.
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I'm running Hankook Ventis S1 Noble2 ultra all season tires and I'm very happy with them. Check them out at Tire Rack and you will see they were voted (best in class) #1 in category by an aggregate of users. They are quiet, ride beautifully and handle great. The bonus is that they are also less expensive that most alternatives. See the video tire test at Tire Rack and I think you will give them serious consideration.
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I'd say that depends on where you live & the weather conditions & if you have another vechicle also. Those are awesome picks, btw. I like the Dunlop star specs for desent weather.
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There is a lot better of tires than DWS, P Near Zero's would be one of them.
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I have had Hancook Winter-icept EVO 215/55R16 for about a month. These are dedicated snow tires and so far I have had excellent results.
I would have bought the Michelin X-Ice2 per RedComet's recommendation but the price was too high and apparently the Michelin name is what makes it so costly $.
My uncle (mechanic for 30+ years) told me I would be much better off with Hancook. He was right and I'm glad I chose them instead because I saved quite a bit of money too.
I would have bought the Michelin X-Ice2 per RedComet's recommendation but the price was too high and apparently the Michelin name is what makes it so costly $.
My uncle (mechanic for 30+ years) told me I would be much better off with Hancook. He was right and I'm glad I chose them instead because I saved quite a bit of money too.
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If you don't opt to go with two separate wheel sets, then just make sure that the All Season tires that you go with can adequately carry you through the conditions that you drive in. I used to drive on All Season tires year 'round and I got myself through winters OK. But it was less than ideal. All Season Tires are a compromise. But a well-designed one can still perform adequately if driven with proper caution when conditions warrant it. If you go that route, you should research what you buy before you buy it (Tire Rack is a really good source of that info).
If you can afford a dedicated set of winter tires on separate wheels, then you really increase your safety and that of those around you. Every time we get winter weather here in MN--or even sub-zero temps--there are countless incidents: spinouts, fender-benders, and the like.
My car has Hankook I-Pike winter tires in the winter. My wife's car has General Altimax Arctics in the winter. Not the very best winter tires in either case, but damn good. If you can afford the best, go for the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2. Based on my research, that's the best of the winter tires.
If you can afford a dedicated set of winter tires on separate wheels, then you really increase your safety and that of those around you. Every time we get winter weather here in MN--or even sub-zero temps--there are countless incidents: spinouts, fender-benders, and the like.
My car has Hankook I-Pike winter tires in the winter. My wife's car has General Altimax Arctics in the winter. Not the very best winter tires in either case, but damn good. If you can afford the best, go for the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2. Based on my research, that's the best of the winter tires.
Pirelli P Zero Nero may be a better tire in the wet or dry but it is not better on snow than the DWS. If you live in a warm climate, the Pirelli is an excellent choice. The DWS does have a softer sidewall and the initial steering response could be better. The Pure Contact from Continental is very similar to DWS but has better steering response,longer treadlife, and comparable wintertime traction.
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I did this in Pennsylvania for 1 week.
It was reckless and irresponsible every time I started the engine having those tires equipped.
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Thanks for all the responses. still undecided. i do have another question though. i have baby 15" tires. I have put new rims on the car which i like very much, they are 7" wide rims. I would like to put a tire on that is alittle wider and fills out the rim better. right now i have 195/65r15 tires. if i did my calculations right i should be able to go with a 215/60r15 and have just about the same height and it will be wider. Anyone see any problem in this? thanks for your help again
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It's pretty reckless. And then he whines that the Focus isn't good in the snow. [thumbd] Ah well, at least he isn't my friend with the 1998 Supra VVTi. 600+ whp, driving around on 315-width semi-slicks in the middle of a Scottish winter. He knows better.
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There is only a 0.7% difference in overall circumference. It depends on state law, but it is always safe to stay under a 2% difference between tires. If you too far off your speedometer will show a different reading than the speed you are actually traveling.
Use this tool to find out in the future:
www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Use this tool to find out in the future:
www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
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