Premier Vs Defender

…The two most recent additions to Michelin's touring all-season categories are the Premier A/S and Defender. Each tire serves very different purposes. Michelin Defender Michelin Premier A/S The Defender is their Standard Touring All-Season, high-mileage, low rolling resistance tire that comes…

…an emphasis on wet traction. To read more about the Premier A/S, read "Testing the Michelin Premier A/S: Is it the New Benchmark Among Grand Touring All-Season Tires?" For the Defender, which came out a short while before the Premier A/S, the defining characteristic is longevity. With a…

…pavement. In exchange for the higher levels of cornering performance, the Premier A/S has a lower treadlife warranty than the long-lasting Michelin Defender. Michelin Premier A/S Michelin Defender In comparison, the Michelin Defender is all about practicality. This tire is designed to get its driver…

…tires that are long wearing with a smooth and quiet ride. The Premier A/S and Defender are no exception and both offer outstanding ride quality with many miles of treadwear. Michelin Defender Michelin Premier A/S The Michelin Premier was designed as a replacement for Michelin's popular Primacy…