Tire: General Altimax Artic
Type: Winter
Size: 195-65-15
Car: 1999 9-5 Wagon LPT
Where bought: Canadian Tire
Price paid: Can$125 Each
Miles driven on tires: Approx 8000 - one winter
Driving conditions: Fall/Winter/Spring - Dry, Rain, Slush, Snow
Driving style: Appropriate to conditions, possibly spirited where possible.
Tread wear / warranty: - Unknown
Would you buy again: Yes
Positives: Quiet, good grip in wet, slush, snow
Negatives: steering feel
Notes: Made in Germany by Continental. This tire was formerly the Gislaved Nordfrost 3. It is a very high quality tire for the money. The wheels are 5.5" x 15" steel (this is the recommended size for winter tires on the door post sticker). Running alloy wheels anywhere near road salt is not a good idea.