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Nice fresh RT43's on my Co0rolla, Made in US, in the 19th week of 2017. I can tell no difference in ride from the Michelin MXV4's that were replaces

We have had RT43's on the 02 Toyota Echo for a couple of years now, they have been some of the best tires on it so far and have been excellent in the Northeastern Illinois climate we have. Just put a set on my 14 Corolla. They are a very good tire for a very good price. I did a lot of research...

Went with the General RT43's The Pure Contacts were rated only slightly higher on Tire Rack but in their actual tests the RT43's showed as good or better in many ways including snow and believe it or not, Economy as they did better on gas mileage by .5 MPG. With a Rebate the Pure Contacts would...

Originally Posted By: NO2 You might also want to look at the Michelin Premier A/S. Excellent reviews at consumer reports and long tread life. We've had excellent experience during snowy winters and in wet, slushy conditions with them in Michigan. Handling is outstanding. at $45 plus more per...

I'm down to the Generals and The Conti Pure Contacts Pretty sure I'm going with the Generals this time. US Made and best value as well as highly rated. Pure Contacts come in close to the same price if you factor in a $70 rebate that you need to wait for and spend later. Will watch a while to...

I am making the final decisions on new tires for my 2014 Corolla 205-55R16. H rated. Midwest climate (Chicago and Central Ohio winters) Currently has Michelin MXV4's on it Grand Touring All Season. I was narrowed down to a Continental PureContact, a General Altimax RT43 (a US made tire) and a...

I have seen several (sporty) cars in my area lately that looks like they're sitting on broken axles. the tires are on an angle and further out at the bottom than the top. Is there a reason for this other than someone thinking it looks cool? It seems to me that it would just wear out some...

It makes you think From the Tire Rack tests, The Pirelli Cinturato P7 did worse than the Altimax RT43's yet the Pirelli is a LRR tire while the General isn't rated as one. Test MPG* - Gallons/Year@15,000 Miles - % vs. Most Efficient BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport 31.4 477.7 -4.5% Firestone...

Looks like it's a close call. Based on the Tire Rack tests the savings are the same as the increased fuel costs - So it's a wash Based on Alex V's results ( 2.5 MPG loss ) LRR vs a Tiger Paw the extra fuel costs MAY be more than the savings. I will probably go ahead and try them as, with...

Hello all; The tires on my 2014 Corolla, 205/55R16 89H Michelin MXV4 are on their last winter. They have been pretty good tires and still have decent tread left at 49000 miles but are not anywhere near as good on snow or wet that when newer. I will be replacing them before next winter and am...

Instead of this Purolator supplies this - They answered my query with installation instructions. It uses the upper tabs to hold it in place instead of the lower tabs. The filter holder has both type of tab. Actually looks like a very nice filter. But given what they do I not sure its...

Went to get a Cabin filter for my daughter's Prius and grabbed a Purolator at Advance Auto. I always check the box and was surprised to fine rectangular filter about 5/8" thick with fuzzy cushioning ball around instead of the thinner filter with a thin flange to snap under the tabs. Thinking it...

In 1970 I was using 10W30 Valvoline All Climate

I just put Altimax RT43's (Size 175/65R14 82T) on my Wife's Toyota Echo at the end of August. They seem to be very nice tires, quiet, don't slip in wet, ride nice. I am hoping they will be good for her this winter but I expect no problems.

Great answers and info; I take no offense on any of the responses; I do go grocery shopping in my Corolla, also to and from work, trips between Illinois (where I live) and Ohio (HOME), and everything in between. I put about 15000 - 16000 miles a year on my car, I have never done UOA's - I'm...