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General Altimax Arctic Review
General Altimax Arctic 4 Star Rating: Cheapism Good Pick
Summary:
Drivers praise the General Altimax Arctic winter tire for its traction on ice, in light and packed snow, and on wet, slushy roads. The Altimax Arctic gives drivers the option of adding metal studs for an even better grip.

Users posting General Altimax Arctic (starting at $51, Amazon) reviews at Tire Rack have high praise for these winter tires. A Saab 9-5 driver from New York says driving in a few inches of snow is like driving on a clear road. Drivers posting General Altimax Arctic reviews at 1010tires.com concur, noting the tires' excellent traction on wet and snowy roads.

An expert reviewer at Automobile magazine admires that the General Altimax Arctic does not compromise on cold-weather performance and safety to try to be quieter in warm, dry weather. In a General Altimax Arctic review at 1010tires.com, a driver from Calgary notes that the tires are a little noisy on the highway in the spring.

The General Altimax Arctic is a studdable winter tire for sedans, coupes, sports cars, and family vans. A Honda Accord driver who posted a General Altimax Arctic review at Tire Rack reports that the metal studs provide traction on slushy, icy, roads.

The General Altimax Arctic seems to have no trouble handling all kinds of winter weather conditions. User reviews indicate that this is a reliable choice for consumers on a budget.

by Kara Reinhardt (Google+ Profile) – July 18, 2012
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