Originally Posted by TSaxMan113
This morning was the first time this season it has dropped below freezing. I noticed the back end getting a little loose with the Continental "all season" tires. I'm beginning to think that even though they're all season, the compound is still a little soft to handle the cold weather.
I guess this is just a warning for others in the cold areas with the Conti's to be mindful of your driving now that it's getting cold out.
Your conti's have a wear ratio at 360 which should bring you somewere within 40,000 to 60,000 miles. With that in mind, when it is colder your compound is harder ( less grip ). Your car isn't equipped with the 220 wear ratio ( gum ***** ) which I have understood to give from 6,000 to 15,000 miles prior to replacement.
Rick 333