well, I bought my crossfire in january of this year. Has the conti AS tires. I live in northwest NJ up in the hills (near mountain creek for those of you who ski, or like waterparks!). I couldn't get up the hill out of the parking lot in the development I live in. It's pretty steep, and I just couldn't do it. So, to get ready for this winter, as I drive the crossfire year round, I bought 4 18's and the blizzaks. I'm sure I won't have any problems, as I've had lots of RWD cars, and most with a lot more HP and torque than this one. I'm just going to put about 100 lbs of salt in the back, just in case...