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Michelin defender 2 vs cross climate 2 for bolt 2018

3.2K views 15 replies 8 participants last post by  liresong  
#1 ·
I changed few years back tires on Chevy bolt 2018 to Michelin Energy Saver. After 40k miles, I was told to change by Costco tires. They recommended to change to Defender 2 to long laster. My friend said he used Defender(not Defender 2) and has issue not smooth to break and safety etc and recommended Cross Climate 2.

Appreciate anyone evaluated Defender 2 vs cross climate 2 for Chevy bolt. I am afraid energy saver may have same issue not to last longer and that is why thinking these two.
 
Discussion starter · #4 ·
Thanks for the replies. However longer mileage warranty, Costco is not giving any prorated discount. They said it is common for EV to wearout though I only used 40k miles. I am in Tampa Florida. It seems cross climate 2 is good for snow conditions. Probably either might be ok but have to check on which is suitable for frequent rain conditions.
 
Discussion starter · #7 ·
"It seems cross climate 2 is good for snow condition"

Ha, no. No 'All weather tire' is any good in snow. It's a lie. If it only snows 1/4" once a year, they'll do fine. But they are really only marginally better than non-winter touring tires.
My son is beginner to drive this car. We do have lot of rains in Florida. Trying to choose whichever helps better for him with breaking.