Michelin’s XDA5 tires are being promoted as “self-healing” or “regenerating,” but that’s a bit generous. Instead the tires reveal new grooves and tread was they wear down, extending the usable life of tires by 30% before they must be retreaded.
The XDA5 series is designed for big rigs and over over-the-road haulers; you won’t be using these on your Prius for a while. (Unless you’re building a Monster Prius.)
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these tires i put on are the best ones i have tried 350000 kms i am a fuel hauler tires take a beating.The only problem i have is price i can buy 2 sets of tires for the price of the xda5 i would like to continue to deal with michelin but i cant justify spending 5500.00 larrysylvestre@ hotmail.com