Tyre reviews Pirelli Winter Sottozero III. Page 1 321

I installed those tires last year. First time I decided to ditch studs for the winter. Generally, I was a bit hesitant, but the constant noise from the studded tires during winter time was getting on my nerves. I can say that in principle, I wasn't let down. Partly, of course, the previous winter was quite favorable to my choice. There was a lot of driving on bare asphalt. It's very pleasant to drive and enjoy the silence, just like on summer tires.

We bought a Kia Soul in 2014 and the first winter raised the question of what tires to use at the time, these tires were purchased. I changed them in dry weather and then noted that Pirelli were many times better and quieter and softer in terms of handling and cornering stability compared to the factory fitted summer tires.

In the end, the car ran on them for 4 seasons, with a total mileage of 100 000km. After the last season, it was decided

Around 10,000 km mileage without a single letdown. I drove in all weather conditions and road types, and I must say that these tires are fantastic. They "swallow" potholes and uneven roads with ease, and handling is very comfortable. Additionally, they provide excellent acoustic comfort, as they are incredibly quiet. They perform confidently in the snow, easily navigating through 10-15 cm of fresh, loose snow, and effortlessly grip mixed slush. On a snowy incline

A great city tire, quiet and with excellent handling on various surfaces. I have been driving for over 25 years, and I have long abandoned the idea of driving on studs in Moscow in winter, as the roads are properly cleaned and I do not see any sense in making noise with studs on asphalt for half a year. After a trip to Georgia last winter, my previous set of Goodyear Ice Navi NH was replaced and successfully sold on the secondary market. I considered various options before purchasing

A fairly fast winter tire, the main thing is to get used to the fact that soft tires provide quite clear and adequate handling.

I'd give a solid five for grip on the road. On asphalt, in snowy mash, on snowplowed snow, the tires behave quite predictably. There were no questions about braking or entering turns at all.

I didn't take any risks and went out on the ice, but if I encountered an icy section on the road, the tire

A quality quiet tire. Not too great on ice but this is the price of having no studs, and I didn’t expect to be able to lock up like a studded tire. They wander a bit in deep snow, but are generally stable – just don’t drive like a maniac. On the highway they are simply superb: quiet, grip the road well, and speed. Overall I’m very pleased with the purchase.

The tires came with the purchase of a new vehicle as a gift. The tires and the manufacturing quality are very good. Suitable for city driving and paved roads. Not suitable for unpaved driveways.

The tires are quiet at any speed with any tread pattern. I've driven two sets. On a 19-inch rim, I got three blisters. I do not recommend these tires, and I'm not a fan of the traction on the rear axle.

Tires well-balanced characteristics - almost a five. "Almost" is solely due to the ice block, where the tires will lose to the studded tires - no news there. In all other driving conditions - ideal! Quiet and soft on asphalt, and even on wet asphalt, they do not cause discomfort. They handle snow well, tested in quite serious snowfalls. Very smooth ride, including on the highway, where there is a noticeable groove under the wheels with snow mixture. Steering and braking

For my taste, it is an excellent winter city tire. It gripped the snowbank and even ice (if driven carefully) well. It clears snow and puddles on a solid five. On a winter highway at high speed, it confidently holds onto the road. In city conditions, it also showed its best side: the tire is soft but quite durable - tram rails or removed asphalt are no problem, last season passed without bruises and cuts, the entire set remained intact and unscathed.<

I bought the snow tires, having driven on studs beforehand, so the comparison may not be entirely objective. Everything was just great until the snow fell and the cars got stuck, then I encountered a very unpleasant phenomenon: when completely stopped on a slight incline (the incline is really slight), it's impossible to get unstuck, the picture is sad, even if you get out and push. My colleagues, who are in similar situations, are driving, while I'm standing still. There were