88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
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User signal (40%)
92/100
817 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
General AltiMAX RT43 vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
96/100
145 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: General AltiMAX RT43 and Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady are within 2 points overall. General AltiMAX RT43 is stronger on dry and wet. Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady is stronger on snow and comfort.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
AltiMAX RT43 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
| America's Tire owners | 96 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AltiMAX RT43 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
| America's Tire owners | 92 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
| America's Tire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
| America's Tire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
| America's Tire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | AltiMAX RT43 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 70 |
| America's Tire owners | 93 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General AltiMAX RT43 | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 88 |
| Dry | 95 | 78 |
| Wet | 91 | 88 |
| Snow | 65 | 77 |
| Comfort | 92 | 95 |
| Noise | 90 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 91 |
| Handling | 93 | 95 |
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88
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The General Altimax RT43 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-season touring tire that excels in providing a comfortable, quiet ride and reliable traction across varied weather conditions. While the vast majority of users praise its longevity and performance-to-price ratio, a small subset of reviewers report inconsistent manufacturing quality, such as balancing issues or premature sidewall failure.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point compared to premium brands.
- Strong wet and light-to-moderate snow traction.
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality.
- Impressive tread life and durability, even on gravel roads.
Cons
- Occasional reports of balancing difficulties and vibration issues.
- Some users noted a decline in snow performance as the tread wears down.
- Isolated reports of sidewall failures or premature tread separation.
- Softer sidewalls can lead to a less responsive feel during aggressive cornering.
Observations
- Owners of minivans and SUVs (e.g., Sienna, Odyssey, RAV4) frequently report significant improvements in ride comfort and noise reduction over OEM tires.
- Subaru owners noted the tire handles well in varied terrain, though some performance-oriented drivers find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving.
- Users with high-mileage commutes appreciate the tire's longevity, though some noted a slight decrease in fuel efficiency compared to dedicated low-rolling-resistance tires.
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in adverse conditions, particularly snow and heavy rain. Most users report a significant improvement in confidence and traction over OEM tires, though this performance comes with a slight trade-off in fuel efficiency and occasional reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling in wet, slushy, and snowy conditions.
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle stability.
- Smooth and quiet ride quality on dry pavement.
- Strong performance as a versatile, year-round solution for varied climates.
Cons
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (typically 1-2 MPG).
- Reports of increased road noise or a 'hum' at certain speeds.
- Some users report faster-than-expected tread wear.
- Higher price point compared to standard all-season alternatives.
Observations
- Drivers of hybrid vehicles, such as the Honda Accord Hybrid, noted a more pronounced awareness of road noise, likely due to the quiet nature of the electric powertrain.
- Users with AWD SUVs and crossovers consistently praised the tire's ability to handle deep snow and heavy rain, often citing it as a major upgrade over stock tires.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
General AltiMAX RT43
The General Altimax RT43 is widely praised by the community as an exceptional value-for-money all-season touring tire, often compared favorably to more expensive premium brands like Michelin. Users frequently highlight its strong wet-weather performance, solid tread life, and affordability, though some note it can become slightly noisier as it wears down.
r/TeslaModel3
·6 upvotes ·2020-01-02
“Replacement tires I have about 25k miles on my original tires (LR AWD, 18” Aeros) and evening though I have rotated then every 6-7000, I am not going to make it past 30k. So, anyone have any recommendations for replacements? Should I go for the standard Michelin’s? Anyone used anything else? For the record, Ian not concerned with the foam and road noise is fine. I’d like something less expensive, longer wearing, or both, without sacrificing much in the way of performance. For my usage, wet weather handling is more important than high performance. I drive it hard occasionally, but I am most concerned with how it performs on day-to-day commute and driving. (70 mile commute, round trip, 3-days/week). Thanks. Edit: thanks for the info everyone. I talked to my local tire guy and he recommended General Altimax RT43s. He also said the sound dampening foam is mostly a gimmick (which is what I suspected). He quoted me $198 (his prices include EVERYTHING). I could get them from Tire Rack for $152 and local install for $30 + 3 (disposal) which would save me a mere $13 per tire. But based on past experience with this tire shop, it is easily worth the extra $13 for convenience and peace of mind if I need flat repair or warranty claims. Related to that, he said the RT43 is a 60k tire but I should only expect 40-50 on my Model 3 and at best a $15 credit per tire. Frankly, I’d be happy with 40k. Probably going to keep the current rubber for another month, then get the Generals.”
r/CX5
·2 upvotes ·2026-03-18
“Anyone running General RT45? Looking to replace the shitastic Toyo A36 on my 2023 PP that I just picked up. Was going to try to make them last until fall, but having picked a screw in one, im probably going to bite the bullet and change them now. I ran the RT43 on both my NA Miata as well as my 5-GT and was happy with them. Tire Rack is running a $140 rebate on a set of 4 right now. Just curious as to people's thoughts. Or, should I just bite the bullet and go with Continental Cross Contacts? Read more”
r/tires
·1 upvote ·2026-08-25
“I have general grabbers on my vanagon and they just don’t wear. I had rt43s on a Tiguan before and they had 4/32nds left at around 60k miles”
r/tires
·1 upvote ·2026-08-25
“I had great luck with 2 sets of the RT43s years back. The only my comment was they were a little less grippy than other tires for high G lateral forces. IE taking curves WAY above intelligent speeds. Otherwise, they were sure footed in any other situation. Including incliment weather.”
Top themes
#value for money#wet weather performance#tread life durability#comparison with michelin#winter and snow traction#road noise and comfort#successor rt45 transition
Based on 38 community posts
Tire B
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General AltiMAX RT43 | B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 34 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 600 - 700 A A - B | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
General
88
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: General AltiMAX RT43 and Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady are within 2 points overall. General AltiMAX RT43 is stronger on dry and wet. Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady is stronger on snow and comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
General AltiMAX RT43 scores 95 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 77 vs 65 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General AltiMAX RT43 scores 91 vs 88 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 92 on comfort.
Tire A · General AltiMAX RT43
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.