Michelin Energy Saver A/S Backlog

try the goodyear ecopia's!

 

I have Continental ProContact Eco Plus tires. They give a very smooth and quiet ride with LRR of the OEM Integrity tires. Wet traction is much better than the Integrity. I love it!

 

The Ecopias are not 100s any more (at least I couldn't find them) - they have a different number (don't remember off hand)... FYI - Costco has em in stock at many locations - cost is like $100 mounted.......... And you get lifetime rotations...

 

I'd suggest Bridgestone Ecopia EP20, in 195/65R15. Costco USA is listing them right now, for 2010 Prius. We got a set for our previous '06 Civic Hybrid, found them pretty good. They are all-season LRR.

 

Free rotation - just drop off the car and pick it up 6 hours later.

 

I like those tires. I wish they had a rebate like the Michelin and Bridgestones.

 

Semi true - I always show up 15 minutes before they open - that way you end up first in, and first out - but if you aren't one of the first two, you are correct...

 

has anyone tried out the Yokohama's dB Super E-Spec? They performed very well according to tirerack.

Here is the chart test:
Tires : Test Results : The Tire Rack


Here is a little copy/paste - they are more green than most tires, because they are made with orange oil:

"Yokohama has introduced a new tire model that replaces 80% of the petroleum based products that used to make up a tire’s composition with non-petroleum based products. The new dB Super E-spec passenger tire uses Yokohama’s Super Nano-Power Rubber compound and Advanced Inner Liner to create a tire that is 80% petroleum free, performs better than conventional tires made of vulcanized rubber, and has ultra-low rolling resistance.​

The new Yokohama orange oil-infused tire is their first product designed specifically for hybrid automobiles. Introduced in Japan in 2007, the dB super E-spec reconciles the conflict between low rolling resistance – key to delivering improved fuel economy – and superior grip in both wet and dry conditions while offering the quiet, comfortable ride that compliments the silent driving characteristics of hybrids. This translates directly into improved fuel economy as rolling resistance can account for up to 20 per cent of the friction that a vehicle must overcome when moving."

 

I don't regret buying it without a rebate. They are well worth it.

 

Also, a backlog on the Hydroedge.

 

I was the first person in this Forum to buy Michelin Energy Saver Tires, 195x65x15, which replaced the factory installed Avid Yokohama.

We now have 40,000 miles on them. MPG increased a noticeable 2-4 mpg over the Yokohama tires they replaced.

I purchased at costco in 2009 when they first came out. I was also the first to buy them at the Warrenton Oregon Costco store.

I rotate every 5,000 miles, free service at Costco, and keep all four tires inflated to max sidewall pressure of 44 PSI, with Nitrogen, which Costco uses for all newly installed tires.

All four tires are wearing evenly, they are very quiet, and it looks like I will get another 15,000 to 20,000 miles on them before they approach the wear bar indicators on the tire.

When I have to buy new tires again I will take a serious look at the Nokian ETyre, which is probably on the same level as the Michelin Energy Tire with comparable or even better mpg results. Also the tread life is probably 70,000 to 80,000 miles.


Alfon

 

Alfon, I seriously considered the enTYRE but unfortunately they don't have a 215/45/17 or I'd try them out. TiresbyWeb.com has free shipping which helps make up the cost of not having the $70 rebate that Michelin does. Because they don't have the size I need I will purchase the Primacy MXM4 due to the great performance reviews.

Thanks for your updated on the Energy Savers. Posts like hat are very helpful to those looking for new tires.

 

I am 1st time Owner, bought car without the ceiling lights working. Can you suggest how I get help? FRANKIE

 

Holy thread hijack. lol