The best 2023-2024 winter tires
Updated October 13 2023
Buying winter tires can quickly become a tedious exercise as there are so many brands and models to choose from! Which ones offer the best value for your money? Which ones will best meet your needs if you travel a lot on the roads? Which ones are best adapted to Quebec's winter conditions? In short, which is the best winter tire for your vehicle? Blackcircles Canada offers you a little help by compiling a list of the best winter tires for 2023-2024.
You can also go back to the Top Tires 2022-2023 page HERE.
1. Michelin X-Ice Snow
The latest generation Michelin X-Ice Snow tire carries a 60,000 kilometre Treadwear Limited Warranty and you will be entitled to the Michelin Tire Warranty. Available in 15" to 18" sizes, it features a new-generation V-shaped tread pattern and optimizes the contact patch for maximum grip power whether driving on wet, snowy or icy roads. This Michelin tire on discount is designed for a variety of vehicle types: SUVs, crossovers, premium and performance cars, passenger cars and minivans. Take advantage of the best price by shopping at blackcircles Canada, the best place to buy tires online in Canada!
Key features:
- Up to 2.7 m shorter braking distance on ice than its main competitor
- Very low rolling resistance
- Maximum grip performance on snow, slush and ice
- Exceptional lifespan, up to one extra season ahead of its main competitors
2. Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
This Bridgestone tire designed for cars and minivans features cutting-edge innovations such as the exclusive Multicell compound technology that contains biting particles to improve surface grip, to prevent skidding in freezing rain. Backed by the Bridgestone Limited Warranty, the WS90 is a top athlete when it comes to handling the worst winter conditions; no matter what the road conditions are, the WS90 will get you there.
Key features:
- Extreme grip, no matter the surface
- Impeccable road holding and driving comfort
- Optimal control in freezing rain conditions
3. Pirelli Winter Ice Zero FR
The Pirelli Winter Ice Zero FR has been specially developed for the extreme winter conditions of Canada and the Nordic countries. It is perfect for driving with complete safety in deep snow, thanks to its aggressive tread pattern designed to conquer the most difficult weather conditions. This Pirelli tire on discount will be your guardian angel on the road and with it, you will always feel confident, even in heavy snow or if a layer of ice is hidden under the snow. Thanks to the 3D butterfly sipe technology, even in stormy weather, you will travel worry-free because it ensures maximum stability and absolute steering control in all circumstances and on all surfaces. Rain, snow, ice and slush.
What's more, this Pirelli tire features Run Flat technology, which will allow you to get to a safe place to replace your flat tire. Whether you drive a compact or mid-size sedan, a premium sedan or an SUV, you'll love this tire!
Key features:
- An asset against the worst winter conditions and offers you a safe driving experience
- Exceptional grip and control in deep snow, even on icy surfaces
- Uncompromising durability and proven performance
4. Continental VikingContact 7
For owners of compact utility vehicles, cars and minivans, here's one tire you should definitely consider on your shopping list. This tire designed for several types of vehicles features an intelligent tread pattern containing a network of super-efficient grooves. These not only provide very high aquaplaning resistance, but also great performance on slush. What is more, the Continental VikingContact 7 tire features stiffer interlocked block bridges for exceptional road handling in every weather condition. As a bonus, you will benefit from the Continental Limited Warranty as well as protection against road hazards.
Key features:
- Optimal traction performance on ice and snow
- Low hydroplaning risk
- Outstanding road handling on all surfaces
5. Toyo Observe GSi6
The Toyo Observe GSi6 will allow you to drive in the worst winter conditions thanks to the Microbit studless technology. This high performance tire can be used on passenger cars, sports cars as well as certain models of sport utility vehicles, and will provide you with exceptional handling performance in snow and ice as well as on cold and wet roads.
Key features:
- Exceptional performances in snow and ice
- Optimal traction and manoeuvrability in all circumstances
- Outstanding stability during lane changes or tight cornering
6. BFGoodrich Winter T/A KSI
The biting edges and saw-toothed grooves of the BFGoodrich Winter T/A KSI tire are specially designed to ensure not only totally safe acceleration and braking, but also optimal grip on snow and ice. What is more, the serrated shoulder profile is designed to increase the number of edges exposed to the elements, allowing you to dig into deep snow and snowy ruts. The locking 3D active sipe technology contained in this BFGoodrich tire, suitable for all types of vehicles, is specially designed to increase block stability for flawless handling and predictable cornering. Plus, if there is one place where you need to be even more careful in winter, it's on highway off-ramps, where blowing snow has an unfortunate tendency to accumulate.
Key features:
- Extreme traction on snow, ice and slush
- Optimal control for infallible confidence at all times
- Phenomenal performance on wet roads
7. Yokohama iceGUARD IG53
The Yokohama iceGUARD IG53 is one of Canada's top-performing tires for extreme winter conditions. Thanks to its diagonal micro-grooves, the IG53 offers maximum performance in snow to keep the car steady all the way down the road. For passenger cars and minivans.
Key features:
- Optimal winter traction thanks to 3D sipes
- Absorptive tread compound to prevent micro-hydroplaning
- Outstanding performance on both snow and ice
BUDGET FRIENDLY TIRES
1. Uniroyal Tiger Paw Ice & Snow 3
With its incredible value for money, the Uniroyal Tiger Paw Ice & Snow 3 studdable tire is the obvious choice for those who put safety first when winter driving. Thanks to the high density siping on the tread surface and the 3D interlocking sipes in the shoulders with wide lateral tread grooves, the studdable Uniroyal Tiger Paw Ice & Snow 3 can maintain its excellent grip even when driving over snow and ice. This tire on discount is suitable for passenger vehicles.
Key features:
- Excellent grip, even at extremely cold temperatures
- Great traction even when driving in deep snow
- Very low risk of hydroplaning
2. General Tire’s Altimax Arctic 12
With tremendous efficiency, the Altimax Arctic 12 tire, available online at blackcircles.ca, is made with the latest General Tire technologies, including an interlocking center rib combined with straight sipes. You thus benefit from an incomparable rigid structure that offers exceptional handling and steering response, even when the mercury drops very low. With sizes ranging from 14 to 19 inches, it is suitable for passenger vehicles.
Key features:
- Exceptional response to dry driving and handling
- Improved wet traction performance and resistance to hydroplaning
- Pinned for studs
- Excellent traction and braking capability
- Extended tread life
3. Firestone Winterforce 2
Winter is just around the corner and you're looking for THE winter tire for your sedan, coupe, family car or minivan? Look no further, because Firestone, the giant manufacturer, has prepared your best ally for safe and comfortable driving, whether the road is covered with heavy snow, slush, ice or water. The Firestone WinterForce 2 tire, at the best price at blackcircles Canada, offers many qualities that you will certainly need during our Canadian winters.
Specific features:
- Exceptional traction, even on ice
- Long-lasting performance winter after winter
- Outstanding value for money
Depending on the make, model and year of your vehicle, you'll have several tire models to choose from; and with this list of the best winter tires, you'll be well equipped to begin your shopping process at blackcircles.ca, where you'll always pay less for your tires online!
