Michelin X-ice Tread Depth

…into the tire's tread grooves to inform the driver when ice and snow traction will be reduced as the X-Ice Xi2's tread reaches the point where the remaining tread depth becomes less effective in deep snow. Due to the traction capabilities of the X-Ice Xi2, Michelin recommends using this…

…& Snow tire from Michelin. Designed for coupes, sedans, family vans and small crossover vehicles, the tire provides superior wintertime traction and safety. Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Michelin X-Ice Xi3 X-Ice Xi3 tires feature Michelin's FLeX-Ice silica-based winter tread rubber compound. FleX-Ice…

…X-Ice Xi3, Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 and Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1. Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 Performance Winter / Snow Performance Winter / Snow tires give up some ultimate snow and ice traction for better dry grip and faster steering response. The tread…

…resistance. Snow platform indicators are molded into the X-Ice Xi3's tread grooves to make the driver aware of when ice and snow traction will be reduced as the tire's tread reaches the point where the remaining tread depth becomes less effective in deep snow. If you've been grinding…

…an aggressive heavily siped tread pattern, unique tread compound and increased tread depth set the bar for snow and ice traction. Each generation of Blizzak since has continued to be the dominant tire in the category until Michelin's introduction of the Michelin Xice Xi2 (now the Xi3) studless…

…and Michelin X-Ice Xi3. I've noticed in my experience with both, that the added tread depth of the Blizzak helps with deep snow traction. Michelin's X-Ice Xi3 performs a little better on icy surfaces and tends to handle a bit tighter on clear roads due to the 2/32" difference in depth…

…distances of new tires to those with 4/32" and 2/32" tread depth. The Tire Rack's test results might surprise you! Read the Full Test Report. A Closer Look: Firestone Destination M/T2 Category: Tires Length: (00:36) A Closer Look: Michelin CrossClimate+ Category: Tires Length: (00:57) A Closer…

…service, my Michelin X-Ice Xi2 winter / snow tires have finally worn to the point where they needed to be replaced. While they were not bald, the tread depth had worn to about 4/32nds of an inch, which is more shallow than recommended for effective snow traction. Tires at low tread depths can only…

…out the legal limits for tread depths and what that really means. Related Videos: Customizing Your Wheels | Deciphering a Tire Sidewall | Tire Rotation | Tire Types 101 A Closer Look: Firestone Destination M/T2 Category: Tires Length: (00:36) A Closer Look: Michelin CrossClimate+ Category: Tires…

…crossovers and SUVs). Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 Performance Winter / Snow Performance Winter / Snow tires give up some ultimate snow and ice traction for better dry grip and faster steering response. The tread patterns on these tires aren't quite as…

…recommends using them only in sets of four to provide the best handling characteristics and tire performance. Michelin X-Ice Xi3 Replacing the extremely popular X-Ice Xi2, the Michelin X-Ice Xi3 did not disappoint. While at the ice rink, I found the tire to be near equal in terms of performance when…

…will experience a huge traction advantage when equipped with tires like the Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 or Michelin Latitude X-Ice Xi2. These two tires will provide the most aggressive tread compounds for moving snow and getting you on to the next job. For 3/4- and one-ton pickups, check out the…

…In many sizes, Michelin even offers a winter tire with low rolling resistance capabilities with their the X-Ice Xi3. When it comes to all-season tires, a few of the best tires with low rolling resistance are: * Continental PureContact with EcoPlus Technology * Michelin Premier A/S * Goodyear…