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[MightyMouseTech]

Originally Posted by 1mang

UPDATE:

I went to America's Tire and the front measured 7/32 and rear 3/32. Something was definitely up. The worker was surprised it was that low. I got pro-rated warranty on Michelin Pilot A/S 3+ (plus) since I wanted to have similar level tire all around. Hopefully this lasts longer than previous gen.

Seeing as this thread is back from the dead.

Tried a set of A/S3 on my car, they lasted one summer. My MPSS are now in their second, and still look great.

The A/S3 just don't have the grip to keep from spinning, so they don't last long at all.

Can't wait for my MPSS to wear out so I can finally put on MP4S and be able to put power down in 1st without the traction control light flashing at me like a VW check engine light.

[1mang]

Glad to see my thread is promoting good discussion.

I would expect A/S 3 and A/S 3+ to outlast MPSS because of their higher tread wear given same driving style. However, they are all-seasons in nature and perhaps take a note from snow tires where they simply do not last long in non-snow environments (compound that doesn't freeze in extreme cold...so its "softer" or less resistant to heat/friction).

I haven't had a chance to fully compare A/S 3 and A/S 3+ in daily driving due to flats or just changing sets of wheels.

Currently on MPSS which seem to hold up okay. I do check my alignment more often but lately I haven't drove my car long enough to see any wear difference.

[tock172]

My set of 255/35R18 Michelin PSS just arrived at my tire shop. They're still out there if you look hard enough. I considered buying two sets of rears, but I think my fronts will be dry rotted by then. Two sets of rears per one set of fronts isn't bad. Stretching it to 3:1 would be nice, but it's not a Porsche.

[Fined]

My expectation is also for the AS 3+ to outlast PSS. I have PSS on the porker and AS3+ on the 1er.. will be interested to see how the tread life goes.