Are Michelin X-ice discontinued?
The MICHELIN X-Ice SNOW tire replaces Michelin’s X-Ice® Xi3™ and Latitude X-Ice® Xi2™ tire lines and will be available Fall 2020 in 82 sizes with speed ratings T and H for passenger vehicles, CUVs and SUVs using 14 to 22-inch rim diameters. An additional 41 sizes will be introduced starting Fall 2021.
What is the difference between Michelin X-ice snow and X-ice Xi3?
Michelin said testing revealed that the X-Ice Snow tire features improved snow performance and braking as compared to the Xi3 and stops nearly 10 feet shorter on ice than a leading competitor—the Nokian Hakkappeliitta R3 SUV.
What is the tread depth of new Michelin X-ice tires?
What is the tread depth of new X-Ice SNOW? Average tread depth is 8 mm (10/32”).
How many kms do Michelin X-ice tires last?
60,000 kilometres
The MICHELIN® X-ICE® Xi3™ tire provides winter performance that lasts for 60,000 kilometres*
Is 8 32nds tread depth Good?
Used tires tread can be up to 90%, but the average is 6-8/32”. Tires in good condition should have a minimum of 6/32” to be useful, or 4/32” if the tire is 13-14”. The average legal minimum tread depth is 2/32”, but driving becomes unsafe with such a tread.
Are Michelin winter tires good?
The X-Ice is equipped with a new generation of winter rubber compound, siping technologies and an agressive V-shaped tread design. X-cellent braking, traction and handling in winter conditions is offered by Cross Z-Sipes….Helpful Resources.
| Dry | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Wet | 5.0 |
| Snow | 5.0 |
| Handling | 5.0 |
| Comfort | 4.0 |
Are 8 32 tire treads good for winter tires?
At what tread depth are winter tires worn out? Your winter tires are unsafe and need to be replaced when the tread depth is 2/32 inches, but even tires with more tread left on them will perform worse than new tires. You may want to consider replacing your winter tires well before they get to 2/32 inches.
How many 32nds is a new tire?
In the United States, tire tread depth is measured in 32nds of an inch. New tires typically come with 10/32” or 11/32” tread depths, and some truck, SUV and winter tires may have deeper tread depths than other models.
How many mm is a 32 inch waist?
32 Inches to MM Conversion Chart
| Unit Conversion | Inches (in, ”) | Millimeters (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Inches to MM | 32” = | 812.8 mm |
Should I replace my tires at 8 32?
How many MM is a new winter tire tread?
8 to 9 millimeters
Tread is the rubber on the tire that touches the road. New tires have an average tread depth of 8 to 9 millimeters (10/32 to 11/32 inches). As you drive, the tread will wear down. A tire with a tread depth below 1.6 millimeters (2/32 inches) lacks grip.
Is a tire tread depth of 8 32 GOOD?
As mentioned above, tires are legally “worn out” In most States when they reach 2/32″ of remaining tread depth. For example, a typical tire that starts with 10/32″ of original tread depth has only 8/32″ of useable tread depth.