Michelin X-Ice Snow. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Winter weather traction; Enhanced controllability; Longer lasting tread life; Fuel efficient performance; High driving comfort levels; . OVERVIEW: The Michelin X-Ice Snow is a touring, winter tire manufactured for passenger vehicles and SUVs.This model guaranteed excellent winter weather traction. The full-depth 3D details of the directional tread work together with the Flex-Ice 2.0 and EverWinterGrip compounds to optimize the cold temperature performance. The tread elements provide the needed grip on ice- and snow-covered road surfaces. Durable compound elements significantly increase rubber flexibility, keeping the tire pliable even in freezing temperatures. The tread area features V-shaped grooves which channel water and slush from below the footprint, effectively resisting hydroplaning in wet conditions.The tire's better handling is due to its optimal tread design. The directional pattern and flat footprint increase the surface contact at all times. In this manner, the tire enhances steering responsiveness and driving stability throughout the performance. Additionally, the shoulder block placement, with the sipe pattern, provides extra biting edges and increases the cornering power. The detailed sipe placement helps to shorten the braking distance, by generating friction at the moment of stopping. These enhancements improve the performing capability on winter weather surfaces.The special Flex-Ice 2.0 and EverWinterGrip compound blend and the stabilized tread elements ensure a lengthened usability. The durable rubber materials make the tire wear-resistant, significantly reduces the overall treadwear rate. Better tread stability avoids tread flexing, minimizing the possibility is irregular wear. This is achieved as the stable footprint ensures even pressure circulation across the tread area. Slow and even wear is guaranteed, which improves the tire's service life.Stronger winter traction eases the pressure off the tire while it is in motion. In this manner, the tire is able to decrease its rolling resistance. This is the pressure that determines the vehicle's needed energy intake. Lowering the rolling resistance allows the vehicle to reduce its fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, resulting in a fuel-efficient performance.The X-Ice Snow ensures a quiet and comfortable driving experience. The directional tread design and flat footprint work together to minimize road noise and vibration levels. The tread channels airwaves through the footprint, preventing their contact with the tread elements and avoiding sound wave formations. The close road contact absorbs the shock of driving, minimizing the road vibrations felt by the passengers. Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.