All Terrain Tire

Initial Review, 500 Miles on Tires
August 01, 2011

As you can see, I have only 500 miles on this tire and it is summer. I will definitely update this review following the hunting/winter season this year to give a better review. However, I just thought it appropriate to give my thoughts on this tire right now as well. First of all, I am so happy with the way my Jeep 65 Liberty looks with these tires on them. I went with the alternate stock tire: 235, 70, 16. First of all, I would like to say that this tire looks 100% better than the factory 225, 75, 16 JunkYear Wrangler. The width of the tire gives the Jeep an excellent stance b/c the tire is much wider. Secondly, I think the trail-rated Jeep finally looks like a Jeep. A tire with an aggressive tread pattern is a must for a Jeep! I would say that the tire is performing absolutely amazing at this juncture. I have only had it on dry and rainy surfaces, but the tire performed very well in the rain. The friend that I had put the tire on said that I would not be disappointed and he was right so far. As for road noise...I'd say the noisiest the tire is is when you are traveling between 25-45. Above 45, I actually found the tire to be very quiet early on. I am thinking that the off-road performance (for what I do)will be very solid. Overall, 500 miles in...I think this tire finally makes my Jeep look a little tough and it is a fantastic tire...I 100% recommend this tire to anyone thinking about something with a little more aggressiveness for their Jeep Liberty. I think you will NOT be disappointed...I'll write a further review following the winter season...but once again...you'll love the tire if you get it in my opinion!

Initial Review, 4,820 Miles on Tires
March 15, 2012

I needed a new set of tires for my Suburban, and I wanted something with excellent on road manners, low rolling resistance, and a comfortable ride. I was especially interested in the effect on fuel economy, because I converted this Suburban to diesel for improved efficiency. My running records for this car since I converted it two years ago(and running a set of Goodyear Wrangler RT/S tires that came with the car) is 26.8 MPG highway, 21.4 MPG around town, and 23.9 total MPG. The ride was reasonable (it is after all a truck) but it was noisy and "jittery" despite having the tires balanced repeatedly.

After 4,820 miles (I just filled it up today and updated my calculations) here are the results: The ride and handling are much better, it rides glass smooth on the highway, and it rides much more smoothly. I drove it recently during a torrential downpour, and the tires stuck like the ground was dry. Also, when I first installed these tires, I drove it in light snow (about 2") and they offered decent grip (not as much as the All Terrain T/A tires on my F-150) and were very predictable and I felt in control at all times. Now here is the stunner: what happened to my MPGs? In the 4820 miles I drove since the tires were put on, I am now getting 28.1 MPG highway, 22.1 MPG around town, and 24.4 total MPG.

I remember when Generals were also-rans, mediocre tires at a mediocre price. Not anymore! These tires are fantastic, and they are very reasonably priced. Plus, they will save me a lot of fuel! I recommend these to anyone who doesn't need a dedicated off road tire for their truck or SUV. For family car duty (like my Suburban sees) these tires are awesome!

Initial Review, 21,000 Miles on Tires
March 04, 2012

We replaced the OEM Good Year tires because they became noisy. The dealer said these Michelins would fix the problem. (We have had very good experience with Michelin on our sedans). We now have 21,000 miles. The tires were quiet for the 1st 6000 miles, but have been getting progressively more noisy so it intolerable at 21,000. We have had the tires rotated every 6000 miles. Dealer said tires were cupping and that he rotated them in such a way that it would correct the cupping and noise. But noise is worse. Do not buy these tires for your crossover. We are going to replace with a different brand of tire. First going to seek relief from dealer.

Initial Review, 20,000 Miles on Tires
March 06, 2012

I've put about 20K miles on these tires in the last year and trust me... not all of them have been on paved roads. Did a road trip from Michigan to Oregon and back last summer and I just got back from a fun roadtrip around northern Michigan and Wisconsin this winter. As I've said before, these tires are great winter tires!!! Excellent in the snow (packed snow and unplowed roads). We managed to find our way to a lot of scenic spots along our trip that we probably wouldn't have been able to get to with regular all season tires. These tires worked great in winter driving conditions on the freeway and when we had the desire to venture off the beaten path they gave us the confidence we needed to get to where we were going without any problems. These tires are a bit noisier than your average tire, but for a true all terrain/all season the noise isn't that bad.
Dirt, mud, ice or snow these tires truely are all terrain!

Initial Review, 4,000 Miles on Tires
March 03, 2012

I have had Goodrich T/A on all my vehicles over the years and these by far are the BEST I've ever owned and a very fair price from the Tire Rack,w/ great service from all involved!!

Initial Review, 37,000 Miles on Tires
March 04, 2012

GOOD ALL AROUND TIRE FOR A 3/4 DIESEL. NO COMPLAINTS OF PERFORMANCE BUT OF DURABILITY. WITH BALANCE AND ROTATE INTERVALS FOR $1200 I EXPECTED TO GET ATLEAST 50K MILES OUT OF THE TIRES BUT I AM ALREADY AT 4/32 AND WILL REPLACE SOON. SO EXPECT 40K OUT OF THESE TIRES FOR A DIESEL PICKUP.

Initial Review, 98,000 Miles on Tires
March 04, 2012

I have put over 98,000 miles on these tires. Not even worn to the tread wear indicators. I've had to plug all 4 of them due to punctures, but they just keep rolling on. They'll slip a little on start up if the road is wet, but that is the only complaint I can muster. No problems with wet roads, resist hydroplaning well. And excellent tread wear. I drive mostly highway, all types of terrain. I live in central Kentucky so we don't get deep snow, but light snow is not a problem.

Initial Review, 42,500 Miles on Tires
February 29, 2012

I THOUGHT I WOULD GET A LOT MORE MILEAGE FROM THESE TIRES (42,400). THEY HAVE BEEN ROTATED ACCORDING TO SERVICE MANUAL SCHEDULE. DEALER SAID I SHOULD GET A STIFFER SIDEWALL TIRE DUE TO WEIGHT OF VEHICLE, SUCH AS BRIDGESTONE DUELLER. RIDE WAS GOOD ALTHOUGH A LITTLE NOISY NOW. I HAVE 77,600 ON THE CAR NOW.

Initial Review, 4,000 Miles on Tires
March 06, 2012

I installed these in size 265/70/17(non-studded)for winter mountain pass driving in a lifted 4Runner. Being in Seattle, we don't get much snow, but we've got our few occasional snow storms where we'll get 8-20" over a couple days. During these storms, the roads are poorly maintained as the city lacks the plowing equipment for these days.

First and only major storm we got this year - I was out trying to get stuck on steep hills in 2WD to see how a rear wheel drive vehicle handles snow/ice with winter tires. Like all 2WD cars, you obviously still have to take it easy from a stop to not get excessive tire spin, but these tires do an excellent job at grabbing for whatever traction is available. The only places I got stuck in 2WD were the steepest of hill grades in the Ballard area. We're talking neighborhood hills that people push their bicycles up and kids would sled/snowboard down when its snowing. Once I kicked the truck into 4WD, there was absolutely no slippage and I climbed right up and could go back down safely without ever engaging ABS. In fact, the ABS almost never turns on when I'm in snow/ice unless I'm trying to lock up on purpose. When 4WD is engaged, I could accelerate from stoplights as if it were dry pavement. All in all, I will say my favorite aspect about these tires is the ability to maintain control at all speeds and to stop a car on a dime on compact snow/ice in a fraction of the distance of what my Destination All Terrains can do.

Deep snow traction - I've taken my 4Runner snow wheeling into 1-2ft of powder in eastern Washington and Idaho. They are superb, but definitely have to be careful to go into bumper deep snow as these tires will dig as far as they can go to get traction which can cause me to high center and get stuck.
I've also used these tires in 205/55/16 on a 2005 Mazda 3 Hatch with the same great results.

After 4000 miles, treadwear looks minimal for driving down mostly wet streets/highways.

Initial Review, 7,000 Miles on Tires
March 06, 2012

This is not a winter tire! it performs like an all season tire at best. If you want a winter tire get a real winter tire, if u need a more off road capable winter tire get a mud terrain tire that is studable, that is what I will be doing. it is a good tire other than that, i can drive thru a foot or more of snow off road pulling my trailer with ease.

Initial Review, 43000 Miles on Tires
January 25, 2012

Michelin Ltx a/t 2 are the best tires I have ever owned! Have tried bg goodrich all terrain and Goodyear eagle LS in the past. With respect to light truck performance Perfect dry handling and almost perfect wet handling. As for off roading haven't had any problems... these tires have been great and with them haven't really needed to switch into 4 wheel drive. They are pretty expensive but you get what you pay for. Balanced and rotated ever 6k miles and after 43k miles I might be able to squeeze another 35k out of them!

Initial Review, 10,000 Miles on Tires
March 02, 2012

Excellent tire in all types of weather or road conditions. I have have been extremely impressed with the traction in conditions that I previously used to engage the 4x4 selector but now no longer have to. I've my vehicle through light and deep snow conditions in Lake Arrowhead, CA, as well as offroad in Baja in some very deeply rutted dirt roads and I've never had any traction problem. Although I only have 10,000 miles on them, I am of the opinion that these are the best AT tires that I've ever run on my vehicle. The only negative thus far is the stiff handling due to the E load sidewall, but I'll take a stiffer ride any day when knowing that I'll arrive to my destination with confidence.

Initial Review, 6,000 Miles on Tires
March 01, 2012

Just put these tires on this past fall in Minnesota. Waiting anxiously for some significant snowfall to test my purchase, had to wait until almost March. Just received 12 inches of heavy, wet snow. Back roads were not plowed initially and many individuals plowing, blowing snow out into the road. My truck went through everything without a hiccup, even put it in 2wd to test. These tires are amazing in the snow.

Initial Review, 16,454 Miles on Tires
March 05, 2012

In March 2011 I was driving on an 8 year old set of Michelin Cross Terrains size 225/75R/16. The tires were worn well beyond the wear bars resembling slicks more than a highway all season tire. Safe to say, it was time for new tires.

Prior to purchasing, I spent a great deal of time learning about tires, talking to experts, and reading reviews. Besides good wet and dry traction, I wanted a tire that provided a smooth and quiet ride the way my Cross Terrains did. Moreover, I wanted a tire that performed reasonably well in the snow for the occasional winter trip to Tahoe.

I narrowed my search down to two tires, the Michelin Latitude Tour and the Michelin LTX M/S2. I was on the fence between the two tires, but I eventually chose the Latitude Tour, size P225/75R/16, because it had a tighter tread pattern and a softer sidewall, which in my mind translated to a smoother, quieter ride.

65% of my driving by distance on highways here in the Bay Area, the remaining 35% on city streets. I am somewhat of an assertive driver cruising between 70 and 80 mph on the highways and I take corners a bit faster than some. That said, I have put 16,454 miles on my Latitude Tours and could not be happier. The tires provide a smooth and quiet ride in both wet and dry conditions and I have yet to experience any uneven tread wear, hydroplaning, wheel slip, skidding, or stability issues. I can't say for sure but I think my worn Cross Terrains provided a slightly smoother ride, but that was probably due to the lack of tread on those tires.

As of this review, I have not driven in the snow or ice and I never take the Jeep off road so a don't have any input in these areas.

Note: Despite Jeep's suggested tire fill of 33psi per the in the doorjamb sticker, I have my Latitude Tours filled to 40psi cold because the tires look like they are low on air at 33psi. The higher pressure makes for a stiffer ride, but handling is improved.

I would not hesitate to purchase the Latitude Tours again!

Initial Review, 24,515 Miles on Tires
February 29, 2012

These are my 2nd set of BFG AT. I had these tires on my last truck and now my current truck. They have been on for 2 years now and the tread wear is GREAT. When I got the tires they had 16/32 of tread depth and they are only at 13/32 now, and that's after 23515 miles on them. I bought these tires after putting on a leveling kit and they looked great. I really wanted the looks of a mud terrain, but I was afraid of them wearing down too fast on the streets and worried about the noise. These tires are great!! Decided to buy a third set after putting on a 4 inch lift and they look awesome with these tires. Only rated them a 9 for ice, because you can't get around ice, but so far I have never had any issues with these tires. I rotate them every oil change (3000 miles) and I have a lifetime alignment that I check every 6 months. Perfect for the daily driver who needs an all-around tire that is going to last. Take care of them and they WILL last a long time.

Initial Review, 99837 Miles on Tires
February 13, 2012

I bought this set of tires in 2005 and still have them on my truck. I drive fairly aggressive mostly city and some hwy and rotate them every oil change, about every 3000 to 3500 miles. I've got 99837 miles on them as of 20 minutes ago and enough tread to get another 10k out of them (knock on wood). I absolutely love these tires and plan on getting another set when these wear out. I go off-road during hunting season and have had no problem in sand and light mud. I would rate these a 10 most definitely.

Initial Review, 40,000 Miles on Tires
February 28, 2012

I live on a dirt road and drive on adverse conditions almost daily. I got these tires thinking they were a decent "all terrain" tire and I was right, but they rank on the low end in my opinion. On pavement they are decent with average cornering and stability but they are quiet. They have been good on snowy and snow packed roads as well as ice. Deep snow they are just ok. I've used them hunting in the mountains and plains. Decent on packed dirt and ok on gravel/rock. In mud they are pretty much worthless as steering and control goes out the window. If your main job is around town with some off roading on the weekends you'll be happy, but if you need a tire for off road use during day to day driving these tires are not for you.

Initial Review, 1000 Miles on Tires
February 05, 2012

YES, they will fit and they do not rub. I've had trucks my entire life... so moving to a Volvo XC70 was quite the shock. AWD is great, but it's only good if you have good traction. The BFgoodrich All Terrain K/O has incredible traction year round in any condition. I have driven through some of the worst winter storms on the I-70 corridor in Colorado. On more than one occasion the west side of Eisenhower pass was complete ice and cars and trucks were sliding backwards down the highway... piles of 30-40 cars stuck together on the low part of the curves... crazy stuff. I drove right up the pass through all of the carnage and was usually the only one who made it. It was like a pinball game... Yes, they are a little noisier than an all season touring radial that should go on the XC70, but they handle so much better. The super strong sidewall makes it handle like it has a lower profile tire. The handling and responsiveness is so much better. I like to be able to go anywhere anytime, dirt, snow, mud, dry pavement. The BFgoodrich All Terrain K/O provide me with the maximum traction, year round, for any situation without having to swap summer/winter tires on my grocery getter volvo wagon. I know my new ride is not a truck, but at least I don't feel like a sitting duck when the weather conditions get bad. I have driven over 300,000 miles on the BFgoodrich All Terrain over the years. I'm ecstatic that the smallest size they make fits on my Volvo XC70.

Initial Review, 86000 Miles on Tires
February 08, 2012

I reference these reviews and I felt the need to comment. Any product you purchase has the risk of not meeting ones expectations however, 90% of the time this tire is a great tire when you look at this site or other sites. Any tire will wear differently based on how one drives, breaks, takes off etc. I have almost 90,000 miles on these tires and I rotate them every 7500 miles and if they seem to feel doiferent I get them rotated again and rebalanced. If you take care of them like anything they will last. I looked at other tires just because I thought there may be something better but as time went on and I am still driving on them with tread that is still there why would I buy another tire? I live in Baltimore and rarely go off road and do a lot of highway driving. Why would I switch tires? These are the tires for me on this truck and any others.