Tire Poll

Sid · 10-26-2005, 02:42 PM

I've read varying opinions about the stock Good Year Integrities and wanted to see some poll numbers.

My Prius has about 6500 miles on it and the stock tires. I've had maybe 3 instances when the Traction Control activated when the road was wet and I was starting from a dead stop. Where I live in southeast Pennsylvania, there will be some snowfall every winter, usually between January and March, but the amount can vary a great deal from one year to the next.
At this point, I'm in a "wait and see" mode about replacing the tires.

I consider tires to be a basic part of the car and should not require upgrading shortly after purchase.

200Volts · 10-26-2005, 05:55 PM

At the first snow that sticks, go to a VERY BIG, empty parking lot. Stop in the snow (any amount will do), then try to move. Do this on a dead flat surface. You'll junk the Integrities in 2 seconds.

drash · 10-26-2005, 06:17 PM

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Originally posted by 200Volts@Oct 26 2005, 04:55 PM
At the first snow that sticks, go to a VERY BIG, empty parking lot. Stop in the snow (any amount will do), then try to move. Do this on a dead flat surface. You'll junk the Integrities in 2 seconds.

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They definitely increase the pucker factor during winter driving. I drove on them all last winter. To this day I can't believe how bad a tire it is during winter driving. Ordered snows (and wheels) for this year. <_<

guberif · 10-26-2005, 06:24 PM

Any snow tire recommendations for the Prius?

Trojan · 10-26-2005, 06:31 PM

I live in California so I'm assuming the standard tires won't be an issue for me.

jeromep · 10-27-2005, 02:47 PM

The stock Integretys are so-so as a dry weather tire. They don't corner all that well, but are safe in most conditions. I didn't have a huge issue with them last winter, but we had a very mild winter with only a few instances of slushy snow. They weren't great, but they weren't awful either. I suppose I would describe them as tolerable. However, if you go on Tirerack and search for all tires that fit the Prius, you will find they are probably the least expensive tire that is offered for the car. Factory rubber, it doesn't matter if it is foreign or domestic, is rarely good rubber and rarely lasts as long or provides the performance of tires you buy in the market.

I will be switching to anything good from Michelin when the time comes. I hope it isn't too soon, but I will be glad when the factory junk is off the car. I just don't feel like wasting money and tread when I don't really have to.

Cocoatreat · 11-03-2005, 08:45 PM

i live in sunny miami....just went thru hurricane wilma ok...... the tires seem ok- since i have started driving in the "safe" mode.... i will probably keep these tires since my dealer offered me free tires & (regular) batteries for the life of the car...... as long as i do my servicing with him.. thats good 4 me!

Maytrix · 11-04-2005, 09:09 AM

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Originally posted by 200Volts@Oct 26 2005, 04:55 PM
At the first snow that sticks, go to a VERY BIG, empty parking lot. Stop in the snow (any amount will do), then try to move. Do this on a dead flat surface. You'll junk the Integrities in 2 seconds.

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Junk seems a bit strong. Just because they may be terrible in the snow, doesn't mean they wouldn't be good the rest of the year.

I'm going to be swapping mine out for snow tires and will put them back on in the spring. When they wear out, I might opt for something else, but we'll have to wait and see on that. Right now, I've been happy with them.

Catskillguy · 11-04-2005, 09:28 AM

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Originally posted by guberif@Oct 26 2005, 06:24 PM
Any snow tire recommendations for the Prius?

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Consumer Reports for 11/05

Lists Michelin X-Ice, Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice, Bridgestone Blizzak ws-50 as best for sever winter areas.

Lists Viking Snow Tech (dist by Continental Tire) as great choice for moderate winter areas (lus price is 1/2 that of other premium brands)

Canadian Article
This was posted by another ... Has sound ratings

Maytrix · 11-04-2005, 09:55 AM

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Originally posted by guberif@Oct 26 2005, 05:24 PM
Any snow tire recommendations for the Prius?

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My Blizzak Revo-1's will be arriving Today. I'm not putting them on until it starts to stay consistently cold or we have some snow. It's my understanding they'll degrade fast in warmer temps.

So, I can't recommend anything yet, but after first snow, I'll post my findings. And I should be able to give some good details - I used to drive a Jeep and have been known to "play" in the snow..

View Poll Results: Your Opinion Concerning The Stock GY Integrity
The Good Year Integrity is satisfactory for my driving needs	27	13.64%
I found them to be unsatisfactory and have replaced them	33	16.67%
Will replace them with something else next time tires are needed	75	37.88%
Replaced them almost immediately based on what I read at PC	10	5.05%
Still Driving on them, I will "wait and see"	42	21.21%
Winter tires for snow season, Integrities fine for other months	11	5.56%
Voters: 198. You may not vote on this poll

10-26-2005, 02:42 PM	#1
Sid Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 279 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I've read varying opinions about the stock Good Year Integrities and wanted to see some poll numbers. My Prius has about 6500 miles on it and the stock tires. I've had maybe 3 instances when the Traction Control activated when the road was wet and I was starting from a dead stop. Where I live in southeast Pennsylvania, there will be some snowfall every winter, usually between January and March, but the amount can vary a great deal from one year to the next. At this point, I'm in a "wait and see" mode about replacing the tires. I consider tires to be a basic part of the car and should not require upgrading shortly after purchase. __________________ 2005 Prius / Millennium Silver / Package 2 (AG)

10-27-2005, 02:47 PM	#6
jeromep Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Eastern Washington State Posts: 821 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	The stock Integretys are so-so as a dry weather tire. They don't corner all that well, but are safe in most conditions. I didn't have a huge issue with them last winter, but we had a very mild winter with only a few instances of slushy snow. They weren't great, but they weren't awful either. I suppose I would describe them as tolerable. However, if you go on Tirerack and search for all tires that fit the Prius, you will find they are probably the least expensive tire that is offered for the car. Factory rubber, it doesn't matter if it is foreign or domestic, is rarely good rubber and rarely lasts as long or provides the performance of tires you buy in the market. I will be switching to anything good from Michelin when the time comes. I hope it isn't too soon, but I will be glad when the factory junk is off the car. I just don't feel like wasting money and tread when I don't really have to. __________________ It has been said: Hybrid drivers come in 3 flavors, greenie, techie and cheapie. Pick any 2. 2005 Prius, Millenium Silver over gray, package 5 (AI)

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10-26-2005, 05:55 PM	#2
200Volts Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern CA Posts: 362 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	At the first snow that sticks, go to a VERY BIG, empty parking lot. Stop in the snow (any amount will do), then try to move. Do this on a dead flat surface. You'll junk the Integrities in 2 seconds.

10-26-2005, 06:24 PM	#4
guberif Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 34 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: Package: #4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Any snow tire recommendations for the Prius?

10-26-2005, 06:31 PM	#5
Trojan Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 63 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I live in California so I'm assuming the standard tires won't be an issue for me.

11-03-2005, 08:45 PM	#7
Cocoatreat Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Miami Posts: 65 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: Package: #5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	i live in sunny miami....just went thru hurricane wilma ok...... the tires seem ok- since i have started driving in the "safe" mode.... i will probably keep these tires since my dealer offered me free tires & (regular) batteries for the life of the car...... as long as i do my servicing with him.. thats good 4 me!