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#55 of 86 Re: Snow Tire Experience Requested [snowboarder4] by railroadjames Dec 16, 2008 (12:24 pm)
Replying to: snowboarder4 (Dec 07, 2008 8:04 am) I couldn't agree more with the info provided above by snowboarder. The overall usefullness of a Prius is quite good in snow. I've driven thru 6 winters in NW Indiana and have yet to find a snow that I couldn't negotiate. That's not to say that the Prius is great in snow. It's just reasonably adiquate. A large portion of folks invariably just don't drive at reduced and cautionary levels. Every winter you see the "dummies" that end up Rr ending or off in the ditches because they refuse to slow down (especially 1st snows). I would caution anyone in a Prius to remember ..strong cross-winds are the most significant problem with the hybrid that I've encountered. Winds can be very annoying and troublesome. The car weighs in at just under 3,000 lbs. Stay safe.
#56 of 86 Snow tires for 2004 Prius? What brand and model? by stevegold Dec 21, 2008 (9:12 pm)
I have Blizzak WS-50's that I have used lightly for four Colorado winters (15-20,000 total miles max.). They have plenty of tread but I'm sliding all over the place. I want to get new tires. What brand and model would you recommend?
#57 of 86 Re: Changing Seasons and tire pressure lights [mtufts] by mbw1902 Jan 07, 2009 (6:51 pm)
Replying to: mtufts (Oct 13, 2006 2:27 pm) I have a 2007 Prius, am at 20,000 miles and all tires are equally worn out so I need to buy new tires. And I thought that this nice hybrid was supposed to be so good for the environment. What about all this rubber??? I have been thinking for quite sometime that there was something wrong with the fuel gauge. Says I'm low but only let's me put ~$6.-$7 in.
#58 of 86 Need Tires by oldcoach Jan 10, 2009 (7:42 am)
I am the owner of a 2008 Prius, was thinking about getting winter tires for here in Ohio. Does any one have any good ideas about snow tires for my Prius. Replies to this message: snowboarder4 (Jan 10, 2009 8:15 am) railroadjames (Jan 10, 2009 9:26 am)
#59 of 86 Winter Tires by snowboarder4 Jan 10, 2009 (7:59 am)
I think that the issue of winter tires has been ground into the pavement if you will review posts from the past. Goodyear Assurance Triple Tread 195/60R15 is one possibility or drive carefully and keep your existing tires. Unfortunately, I have no place to store snow tires in my mountain condominium, so stick with the issued tires. If you have room, buy winter tires, which are soft rubber, sticky, wear down quickly, and reduce your fuel economy. Otherwise, simply slow down and stay on the road regardless of conditions.
#60 of 86 Re: Need Tires [oldcoach] by snowboarder4 Jan 10, 2009 (8:15 am)
Replying to: oldcoach (Jan 10, 2009 7:42 am) On winter snow tires, take a look at earlier posts #20, #31, #39, #42. Also, check Consumer Reports, which discusses the rating types for dry pavement tires, all-season, and winter snow tires. Ask a good dealership concerning your choices. The winter season tires will have softer rubber, wear more quickly, and can be studded. Check your local state laws concerning dates when studs must be off the roads because they are restricted due to destruction of pavement in some states. Your dealer should know about any restrictions. Replies to this message: railroadjames (Jan 10, 2009 9:26 am)
#61 of 86 Re: Need Tires [snowboarder4] by railroadjames Jan 10, 2009 (9:26 am)
Replying to: snowboarder4 (Jan 10, 2009 8:15 am) I would also suggest that the ..".you get what you pay for applies here." When my o.e. tires were 53 K I decided to buy an economy set of tires (in the $40 dollar bracket) ...Big mistake! Next time around I bought a set of Michlins that have delivered a much improved ride, wear, and roadability. Lesson learned. Oh! Don't forget to do much needed "Wheel Alignment." (about every 40K)
#62 of 86 Re: New Tires on 04 [stevedebi] by mommag Jan 10, 2009 (9:34 am)
Replying to: stevedebi (Feb 07, 2007 12:04 pm) Is it true -- did they make a way for you to turn the Traction Control System off on the newer models?   We own a 2007 and live in Michigan and agree completely with our fellow New Yorkers that on ice and snow many a time we feel like "sitting" ducks just waiting for an accident to happen because of the TCS kicking in.   Anyone know?
#63 of 86 Prius Tire Resistance by greendriver1 Jan 16, 2009 (10:45 am)
Schwab Tire installed 4 new steel radial tires (35psi max press.) and my mileage dropped from 53 mpg to 46 mpg. I called my Toyota dealer who advised me there were 3 approved tires one could install on my Prius. They were the Michelin Pilot, the Bridgestone Teranza and the Goodyear Integrity. In checking with the web low resistance tires on a Prius is important. I called Schwab and they said the dealer is all wet and Schwab tires are better than all three of the recommended tires. Replies to this message: snowboarder4 (Jan 16, 2009 10:53 am)
#64 of 86 Re: Resistance [greendriver1] by snowboarder4 Jan 16, 2009 (10:53 am)
Replying to: greendriver1 (Jan 16, 2009 10:45 am) As with all things in life, trade-offs exist. You must choose between low-resistance and high fuel efficiency or better road grip and low fuel efficiency. Personally, I relax, plan to leave early for work, drive at reasonable speeds through snow and ice, use standard tread tires, and have no problems on ice and snow on steep grades in the mountains.

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