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The Best Winter Tires for Cars and Small SUVs in 2022-2023

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Éric Descarries
Here are our recommendations for winter tires this year

Hankook and Kumho

Both of these South Korean brands produce good quality tires, however they are a bit less popular in the market - which is why I have not been able to try any of them in recent years. Having said that, I have overall confidence in their products (Wintercraft for Kumho and I-Cept and I-Pike for Hankook) which I would describe as mid-range.

Hankook I-Cept and I-Pike
Hankook I-Cept and I-Pike | Photo: Hankook
Kumho Wintercraft
Kumho Wintercraft | Photo: Kumho

I would also add the GT Radial tires because I have heard a lot of feedback from satisfied drivers about this product. The Nexen Winspike 3 (a South Korean brand that has been around for over 70 years) has also gained popularity while the Swedish brand Gislaved is now more available with its Nord Frost tire.

GT Radial Ice Pro
GT Radial Ice Pro | Photo: GT Radial
Nexen Winspike 3
Nexen Winspike 3 | Photo: Nexen
Éric Descarries
Éric Descarries
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