General AltiMAX 365AW review
The General Altimax 365AW is widely regarded as a high-value, all-weather tire that excels in snow and wet conditions, often drawing comparisons to premium competitors like Michelin. While most users praise its winter traction and quiet ride, a subset of owners reports significant concerns regarding reduced fuel economy and inconsistent handling characteristics on certain vehicle types.
Owners rate it 28.1 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
90.7%By road tests
62.6%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 58 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The General Altimax 365AW is widely regarded as a high-value, all-weather tire that excels in snow and wet conditions, often drawing comparisons to premium competitors like Michelin. While most users praise its winter traction and quiet ride, a subset of owners reports significant concerns regarding reduced fuel economy and inconsistent handling characteristics on certain vehicle types.
Pros
- Exceptional traction in snow and ice for a year-round tire
- Strong wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (reported between 10-15%)
- Vague steering feedback and 'squirmy' handling in dry conditions
- Inconsistent tread life depending on vehicle weight
- Occasional reports of excessive road noise on specific vehicle models
Worth knowing
- Tread life appears significantly shorter on heavier, high-performance vehicles like the Dodge Charger Pursuit compared to lighter compact cars.
- Users report that the tire requires a 'break-in' period of roughly 2,000 miles before dry handling and steering precision stabilize.
3 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2021 All Season tire Market Overview · 225/50 R17
28th of 32
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 26th of 32 | |
| Dry Braking | 27th of 32 |
2020 All Season tire Market Overview - 32 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
17th of 31
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 12th of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 27th of 31 |
2019 All Season tire Performance Overview · 225/45 R17
12th of 31
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 10th of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 20th of 31 |
General AltiMAX 365AW specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 540 - 640 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
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