The Altimax Arctic is a good value-oriented, entry level option.
Hard to go wrong with either the Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 or Michelin Xice Xi3. On packed snow and ice, the Michelin XI3 would has a very slight advantage over the Blizzak WS70. On unpacked snow and slush, the WS70 is a bit better than the XI3.
Keep in mind that we will not know which winter tires will be available yet for this winter. We should have more information around mid September.
Winter
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