Although Michelin X-Ice Xi3 tires are pricier than most brands, X-Ice offers excellent stopping power in winter conditions — particularly when you require
superior snow traction handling and quick braking in icy conditions.
A top choice in Consumer Reports, the X-Ice rated highly in performance tests for
its superior snow traction and stopping power on ice, as well as for ride comfort.
Not exact matches
; the seats can be folded down to carry far more cargo than can fit in a car trunk; they have much greater towing capacity; and four - wheel - drive is available or standard on just about all models, for
superior traction in
snow and off - road.
There are different tires for various types of driving conditions: all - season tires suitable for dry, snowy or rainy roads; all - terrain tires for any type of road surface;, winter tires to provide
traction in
snow and ice; performance tires for
superior maneuverability; and
traction and SUV tires for sport / utility vehicles.
As the steered wheels are also the driven wheels, FF (front - engine, front - wheel - drive layout) cars are generally considered
superior to FR (front - engine, rear - wheel - drive layout) cars in low -
traction conditions such as
snow, mud, or wet tarmac.