Bought a set of michelin pilot sport A/S 3+, stock size 295/35/21, for the winter. I didn't want dedicated snow tires due to the hassle of swapping back and forth so these were the best rated all-season tires according to tire rack. After 2 so-called snow storms in the twin cities recently, here are my initial impressions:

Compared to the old set, Continental DWS 06:

Good
-no tram lining
-stiffer sidewalls
-provided some confidence driving in the snow

Not so Good
-expensive
-noisy...to the point where I thought my wheel bearings were humming
-still lose grip/traction with slightest press of gas pedal
-seems unstable on freeway

Overall, at $340/tire, I'm just not happy with these. Any other tires in stock size should I try?

Thanks for reading.

 

I'm running Dunlops..same size..quite and grip well..not sure on wear yet. Normally not a fan of the brand but giving them a try after many years.