GENERAL TIRE VS CHEAP TIRE (TIRE REVIEW - FACTS)

[@brianthomas2839]

One of the most important features of any motor vehicle is that it operates on a surface, typically a road. There is only one part of the vehicle that makes contact with the road, your tire. NEVER CHEAP OUT ON TIRES!!

[@dannysdailys]

I'm an old school motorhead and only buy Continental tires, the "Contact" series exclusively. I had to throw out a whole set of 1/4 worn Coopers off my Jeep and Cross Contacts just came out. They're made by computer in Mexico in a completely automated factory. And today have a 91% best brand rating at Tire Rack. And Tire Rack should know, they've sold gazillions of tires of every brand; quite possibly to your own shop. That review is based on people who have actually bought the tires. Not some "experts" opinion. Over the years, since "Contacts" first came out, I've had about 20 sets and have never had a single problem with any one of them. That's the first thing I do when I buy a car. Even a new car, is put a set of Connies on it and don't worry about it. And I've done that with 1 new car and 2 new Jeeps now. Most new cars come with 28 dollar tires. Really. You can't even buy them and they're usually shot in 20,000 miles. Many of my "Contact" tires were purchased at Tire Rack because they're hard to find. And if they have them, you have them within a week. And their tread designs are excellent and have DWS imprints on the 2nd rib. (dry, wet, snow) When the S disappears, it's no longer rated for snow. When the W disappears, it's no longer rated for wet weather. When the D disappears the tire is worn out. I know of no other manufacturer that does this and these are 70,000 mile tires. I even have a pair of Teva sandals for my feet with Continental tire bottoms on them. Don't ask me. I've only had one flat tire out of over 90 tires and it was a nail. From Cross Contacts for my SUV's and Jeeps, to Extreme Contacts for my cars and Hot Rods. Continental's are the only tires I trust, or buy, and I'm currently running 4 sets of them. And when you're running 4 sets of tires, you better be sure. I Have more trouble with my rims than I do my tires. Modern factory alloy rims start corroding the day you get them and the valve stems start leaking. They have to hone out the hole and glue them in. Really, I'm not making this up, you'll see. All the rest of the major tire manufacturers are garbage. If you see a huge dent in your sidewall, it's not NORMAL like your dealer says; that tire is junk and isn't even round. They bounce when you drive down the road and wear your struts and suspension bushings out. That is also why you can't balance them properly. Cooper really disappointed me and Good Year has always been junk. Except in Semi Trucks: Michelin and Bridgestone are the most over rated tires there are. In the winter, Michelin's are useless and won't even let you leave your own driveway. Just ask my brother. And Firestone and Uniroyal? Are they even still in business? They shouldn't be. Dunlop makes excellent Motorcycle tires and that's about it. Pirelli makes good tires, and they wear out so fast you have to replace them every year, or even twice. They're only good for 7,000 miles. NOT 70. Continentals are standard equipment on many European cars and should be on all cars. They're weight rated for the car you buy them for, so they always ride very smooth. But hey, that just the opinion of one old school motorhead, who's been around the block a few times. Take free advice for what it's worth.

[@seanturpin01]

I just got brand new as-05's on my scion tc. They were made week 1 of 2019, its 11/11/19. First impression is they are quieter than the AS-03's I ran through. Was impressed with the 03s so I got the 05s after doing research. Truly best tire for the cost. Maybe I'll remember to do a follow up

[@rubencoolidge354]

How did they do I’m looking to get some for my 19 civic

[@johnnycashh7148]

Just picked up a set of the Generals...for less than $5 hundo out the door, I'm a happy guy. Used to me Discount Tires guy but for $800 with no road service. Second set of tires this year for two of my rigs.

[@robbiewallace2754]

I always have good luck with Mastercraft tires👍

[@jaykzlolol]

I just got 245/45zr18 AS05 tyres on my audi A6 3.0T and I love them. I had bridgestone RFT tyres on it and I hated them

[@draytonPW]

My go to tire is the Michelin Pilot Sport AS4. Insane grip in dry and wet conditions. I decided to go with these on my new car though because I have a staggered setup and will not get the same lifespan. I am hoping they will compare to the Michelins.

[@wadepatton2433]

How are they doing 4 months later?

[@draytonPW]

@@wadepatton2433 Great. I have been really happy with them. The Michelin's might have a very slight edge in wet traction but otherwise both are very good in all areas.

[@m.a.l4879]

How are they in snow?

[@draytonPW]

@@m.a.l4879 Not sure. But, I am sure they could handle light snow ok. I use my FWD car with the Michelins when it snows.

[@K03sport]

enjoyed my as05 over the conti dws06 I currently have...going back to the generals despite being "same company"...

[@WithLOVE_Indiana]

Review LT mud tires and Hybrids. Thanks.

[@WithLOVE_Indiana]

I think the review makes me think about advertising angle.

[@EverydayJ1786]

I want tires that are "outside rated " lol

[@q-bert6454]

Jordon Cloutier I need inside rating tire to see how well they perform in my garage

[@djzyx]

Always buy tires that has a warranty.

[@ms.annthrope415]

Chinese made garbage has warranties. I wouldn't out Chinese made tires on my riding mower.

[@Newberntrains]

Outside rated???? Damn i wanted to drive my pickup inside the shopping mall guess i need to find generals that are inside rated

[@wadepatton2433]

Blues Brothers (chase scene)...those are the mall-rated tires right there. Check it out if you don't remember it.

[@danmac314]

Where is the best place to buy wheel weights? Napa seems to have a pretty good price on Plombco kits

[@marcodellarocca5515]

Generaltyre 💯💯✔️💪👍🆗

[@ismaelrodriguez4945]

Can you do a video on federal couragia su

[@audieconrad8995]

AS-05's on my MKVII GTI. Seek them out.

[@K03sport]

ran them on my Mk4 GTI and loved them. will go back to them for my wrx after these dws06 are done

[@audieconrad8995]

@@K03sport on my 2nd set. Excellent tires. Gr8 value!

[@AnyBodyWannaPeanut]

"outside rated" huh?

[@GhulamMurtaza-ko2ig]

Murtaza tyer shop

[@strumpeteer]

You lost all credibility when you said "outside rated".

[@totalglitch]

What about buying new old stock that is about 9 years old?

[@malachy1847]

Thed to Dry Rot and harden for a pastime even when stored in a warehouse .... rubber ages over time, I had a Five year old totally unused BF Goodrich inside the Plastic Cover on the back of our Honda CRV and when i got a flat i went to use it, when i got the other tyre repaired and swapped back on the Tyre fitter showed me the micro cracking on the side wall and very deep cracks deep down within the grooves of the tyre... so i replaced same. Never worth the Risk...

[@Racingmix]

zero science or evidence based information. all opinion. 2nd Zam benz below, "worst review" ... maybe!

[@K03sport]

you are free to buy Chinese death cir....tires you that's what you want to do. if you like unknown dry braking, wet handling and noise, Chinese tires are the ticket...

[@ms.annthrope415]

Tire that delaminate, plies that peel off, bubbling and tread separation, leaving out the nylon edge plies. Yeah, Chinese made tires aren't fit to put on my riding mower.