As I Floridian who travels to Quebec during late fall, I do have all weather tires on my 4Runner. Never know what weather I'll get between PA -> QC!! Last month was an great example, I got sleet, slush and snow, never had to slow down! Those tires are awesome.
Good morning David, Yes sir, this is John Chan the fisherman. I'm retiring from 32 yr of lawman at 55 yr old. A fisherman but I just found out, I am mechanically inclined. At my old age I learned many things about life. My wife and I had opportunities to own different type of cars. Just to name a few, used to own EvoX, C4S, mustang RTR, C7 vett.....but now, we only own Toyota 07 tundra 5.7 with 197K miles pull my 22 ft fishing boat every summer, 13 RX350, 18 NX300, 09 Toyota yaris with 168K miles, 22 GR86, and 07 RX350. Why Toyota only? That's because I noticed are cheaper to maintain and long lasting. My first time I put Nokian tires on my 2000 lexus ES300. We drove our family to Canada, Montreal and Quebec in a snow storm. I noticed awesome traction on the snow. That first set of tires last us over 100K miles. We're happy Nokian owners. Now I only runs Nokian on my truck. My first set on the truck, they last five years. I own plenty of other tires in the past they never last this long. Just learned Nokian are made in Finland and Datton Ohio. Cool.... Like your video thanks
David, The tire companies are not doing consumers or themselves any favours when they sell All-Season and All-Weather tires. 🤨For myself, dedicated winter tires on steel rims will serve me from November to March then I will go back to All-Seasons on alloys. What is the tread wear rating on these Nokians?🤔
I’ve used Nokian WRG3, WRG4, and Nordman Solstice tires ( all are all-weather tires) - they grip great in snow and resist hydroplaning in rain. Currently, I’m on Nokian One all-season tires, with top-notch snow traction (5-star Consumer Reports rating for snow traction). But here’s the catch: every Nokian tire I’ve owned has had slow leaks, even after valve stem replacements. Recently, one of my Nokian One tires developed a slow leak, and last month Kal-Tire had to replace the valve stem to fix the problem. Some blame Russian manufacturing (Nokian WRG3, WRG4 and Nordman Solstice were made in Russia and Finland), but my USA-made Nokian Ones still has slow leaks. Meanwhile, my Michelins never had slow leaks, unless I ran over a nail. My next tires will be Michelin for my new car because I do not want to deal with slow leaks for brand new tires. There seems to be quality control issues with Nokians.
Merry Christmas to you and your family. With the 21 inch wheels on the Crown Signia Limited, the Nokian brand was not available. I went with the Vredestein Quatrac Pro 235/45/21 all season tire, which is also a true all season tire from the Netherlands. Very quiet all season tire with the triple mountain peak snowflake rating. They were on closeout for $105 USD so grabbed them quick. So far so good.
Nokian makes best snow and arctic tires on the planet. Michelin is the largest tire maker...probably best all around tires...but for snow and ice Nokian rules...but they have different models....make sure you do your homework
David...i just got some Firestone weathergrip...all weather tires....curios to see how they grab trough the snow and ice... I am sure are not as good as the Nokians...but probably cheaper
Direct experience beats online reviews anytime...in my experience. I would trade my Michelin , BF Goodrich or Firestones...any day over Nokian....look up their testing grounds in the Arctic...
David San 1) how is the performance of these Nokian tyres in hot summer climate? 2) do these tyres wear faster like traditional winter tyres or no they wear like traditional all season tyres / normal tyres? Thanks (Mobin)
Supposed to handle and wear like the all season...but with snow traction. Not as good in snow and ice as a snow tire..but you drive it in the summer...not as soft compound as winter tires.should last 60k miles? Depending on weight of vehicle...
I've never been a fan of Nokian Tires honestly , As a technician in Alberta for over 15 years , any nokian tires that I have seen usually wear incredibly quick , give mediocre performance and have a ton of defects . The UTQG rating is something that everyone looking to buy tires should become familiar with , These WRG5's are rated at 600/A/A , There are definitely better rated all weather tires on the market , For example the Goodyear Assurance weather ready tire is rated at 700/A/A , It offers a superior tread life rating compared to the nokians. All in all , just do lots of research before deciding on tires , Not watching sponsored review videos on youtube .
I heard it is still noisy once the treads wear down a little. And probably more expensive....and how about breaking performance on cc2? Better than this Nokian models? It is good to find out from people who own this tires and have direct experience. Lots of times marketing is deceiving
Nokian is a snow tire brand from Finland...best tires for snow and ice...and arctic weather. Better that any in those conditions. Michelins are better for warm climates...deserts...
As I Floridian who travels to Quebec during late fall, I do have all weather tires on my 4Runner. Never know what weather I'll get between PA -> QC!! Last month was an great example, I got sleet, slush and snow, never had to slow down! Those tires are awesome.
Good morning David,
Yes sir, this is John Chan the fisherman. I'm retiring from 32 yr of lawman at 55 yr old.
A fisherman but I just found out, I am mechanically inclined.
At my old age I learned many things about life. My wife and I had opportunities to own different type of cars. Just to name a few, used to own EvoX, C4S, mustang RTR, C7 vett.....but now, we only own Toyota 07 tundra 5.7 with 197K miles pull my 22 ft fishing boat every summer, 13 RX350, 18 NX300, 09 Toyota yaris with 168K miles, 22 GR86, and 07 RX350. Why Toyota only? That's because I noticed are cheaper to maintain and long lasting.
My first time I put Nokian tires on my 2000 lexus ES300. We drove our family to Canada, Montreal and Quebec in a snow storm. I noticed awesome traction on the snow. That first set of tires last us over 100K miles. We're happy Nokian owners.
Now I only runs Nokian on my truck. My first set on the truck, they last five years. I own plenty of other tires in the past they never last this long. Just learned Nokian are made in Finland and Datton Ohio. Cool....
Like your video thanks
I was just about ready to get the Cross Climate 2s for my RAV4 Prime and so glad I came across this video. Thank you, David!
David, The tire companies are not doing consumers or themselves any favours when they sell All-Season and All-Weather tires. 🤨For myself, dedicated winter tires on steel rims will serve me from November to March then I will go back to All-Seasons on alloys. What is the tread wear rating on these Nokians?🤔
600AA
I’ve used Nokian WRG3, WRG4, and Nordman Solstice tires ( all are all-weather tires) - they grip great in snow and resist hydroplaning in rain. Currently, I’m on Nokian One all-season tires, with top-notch snow traction (5-star Consumer Reports rating for snow traction). But here’s the catch: every Nokian tire I’ve owned has had slow leaks, even after valve stem replacements. Recently, one of my Nokian One tires developed a slow leak, and last month Kal-Tire had to replace the valve stem to fix the problem. Some blame Russian manufacturing (Nokian WRG3, WRG4 and Nordman Solstice were made in Russia and Finland), but my USA-made Nokian Ones still has slow leaks. Meanwhile, my Michelins never had slow leaks, unless I ran over a nail. My next tires will be Michelin for my new car because I do not want to deal with slow leaks for brand new tires. There seems to be quality control issues with Nokians.
Merry Christmas to you and your family. With the 21 inch wheels on the Crown Signia Limited, the Nokian brand was not available. I went with the Vredestein Quatrac Pro 235/45/21 all season tire, which is also a true all season tire from the Netherlands. Very quiet all season tire with the triple mountain peak snowflake rating. They were on closeout for $105 USD so grabbed them quick. So far so good.
Vredestein is a good brand too - I'll have to try them out one day!
I haven’t owned these particular tires, but I’ve been impressed with Nokian tires I had on my WRX. Excellent tires for snowy Quebec
Better than Michelin CrossClimate 2?
Nokian makes best snow and arctic tires on the planet. Michelin is the largest tire maker...probably best all around tires...but for snow and ice Nokian rules...but they have different models....make sure you do your homework
David...i just got some Firestone weathergrip...all weather tires....curios to see how they grab trough the snow and ice... I am sure are not as good as the Nokians...but probably cheaper
Pirelli Weather Active are also top rated on Tire Rack.
Back in the day. We could only afford 1 snow tire. So you put a couple of sand bags over it for traction.
Tyre Reviews would disagree with you on the best.
Direct experience beats online reviews anytime...in my experience. I would trade my Michelin , BF Goodrich or Firestones...any day over Nokian....look up their testing grounds in the Arctic...
David San
1) how is the performance of these Nokian tyres in hot summer climate?
2) do these tyres wear faster like traditional winter tyres or no they wear like traditional all season tyres / normal tyres?
Thanks
(Mobin)
Supposed to handle and wear like the all season...but with snow traction. Not as good in snow and ice as a snow tire..but you drive it in the summer...not as soft compound as winter tires.should last 60k miles? Depending on weight of vehicle...
I wonder any chance for test all season vr all terrain tyres?? What you will recommend for rav4 awd hybrid??
Great info. Dave.
What’s the avg. cost and guarantee depending on sizes?
Thanks. I just looked it up 👍🏼😊
I LOVE your hybrid!! ❤️❤️ I agree, all weather vs all season.👍✊️🖖🇺🇸
PS 🎄Merry Christmas🎄 You & AMD are my favorites!
probably overkill here in Florida.
Good in heavy rain....or if you drive North to snow in the winter
I've never been a fan of Nokian Tires honestly , As a technician in Alberta for over 15 years , any nokian tires that I have seen usually wear incredibly quick , give mediocre performance and have a ton of defects . The UTQG rating is something that everyone looking to buy tires should become familiar with , These WRG5's are rated at 600/A/A , There are definitely better rated all weather tires on the market , For example the Goodyear Assurance weather ready tire is rated at 700/A/A , It offers a superior tread life rating compared to the nokians. All in all , just do lots of research before deciding on tires , Not watching sponsored review videos on youtube .
Sounds like an INFOMERCIAL.
More of a free public service and safety information...to save peoples lives and money.
Michelin cross climate two is a better tire
I heard it is still noisy once the treads wear down a little. And probably more expensive....and how about breaking performance on cc2? Better than this Nokian models? It is good to find out from people who own this tires and have direct experience. Lots of times marketing is deceiving
I don’t think I know anything about Nokia tires. No way they can be better than Michelin or other brands.
Nokian is a snow tire brand from Finland...best tires for snow and ice...and arctic weather. Better that any in those conditions. Michelins are better for warm climates...deserts...
Agreed the Nokian WRG All Weather tires are the best tires I’ve ever owned.
nokian is exclusive to kal tire .