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I am replacing the original Goodyear tires and am looking for recommendations. Having had two Camrys before this, I was very disappointed in handling during even light to moderate snow. Our driveway is a bit steep and with just a half-inch of snow, the Highlander's tires spin and fishtale. I had one tire dealer try to convince me I needed "true" truck tires (at $ 150/tire) but others have said truck tires are not needed. I have always used Bridgestones and like them. Any recommendations from Highlander drivers ?

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Scott Herzog
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I don't think Goodyear's quality is what it used to be.

For all-season tires on snow, Michelin LTX M/S gets good reviews. Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo might be a good choice. Check Tirerack.com's customer reviews of tires before you buy.

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I prefer real winter tires in snow and ice, and note the modern studless type. I feel that winter tires give me an added margin of safety, especially if someone else on the road does something stupid. My preferences are Nokian Hakkapeliitta, Kumho Izen, and Bridgestone Winter Dueler and Blizzak. I feel that the cost of winter tires mounted on steel wheels is about the cost of my insurance deductable, and much less grief. Tirerack.com has good prices on mounted winter tires.
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Keep in mind the most important consideration for tires on ice and snow...a rubber compound that stays soft in the cold and lots of siping. Big gaps between tread blocks is no help on ice and firm, polished snow.

Ken

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Ken Shelton

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