General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17

General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17 97V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 15577470000

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 225/55R17πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the General 225/55R17 is an Excellent-rated all-season grand touring tire (907 surveys) suited for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Solid overall comfort and highway manners, though snow traction lags behind dedicated winter tires.

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About This Tire

The General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17 is a grand touring all-season tire designed for sedan, coupe, and crossover drivers who prioritize balanced performance and long-term durability in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on delivering reliable traction across wet and dry conditions while maintaining comfort and extended wear life.

The tire features a symmetric tread pattern with robust interlocking tread blocks for stable handling and four circumferential grooves that channel water away for hydroplaning resistance. Lateral voids, shoulder slots, and sipes create additional biting edges for improved grip in slippery conditions, while the all-season compound balances performance with longevity. Notable technologies include Visual Alignment Indicators (VAI) that wear evenly to show proper alignment and a Replacement Tire Monitor (RTM) for wear tracking. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry performance, with comfort and consistent treadwear standing out in daily use.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans, coupes, and crossovers used primarily for daily driving and commuting in varied weather conditions.

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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (240 reviews)Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)Sports car and performance sedan daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
⭐ Excellent (164 reviews)Daily highway commuting with occasional light off-road use🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
⭐ Excellent (191 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
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General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Sumitomo HTR Enhance LX2 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (240 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting in mixed weather conditions
Season
🌀️ All Season
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 225/55R17
🏁 Ultra high performance
Rating
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports car and performance sedan daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Nitto Nomad Grappler 225/55R17
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
Rating
⭐ Excellent (164 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting with occasional light off-road use
Season
🌀️ All Season
Continental TrueContact Tour 54 225/55R17
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (191 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Water Evacuation
Four circumferential grooves channel water away from the contact patch to reduce hydroplaning risk and maintain wet traction.
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Interlocking Blocks
Robust interlocking tread blocks provide stable handling and reliable dry grip through enhanced tread stability.
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All-Weather Traction
Lateral voids, shoulder slots, and sipes create multiple biting edges for improved performance in light snow and slippery conditions.
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Wear Indicators
Visual Alignment Indicators (VAI) and Replacement Tire Monitor (RTM) help drivers track tire wear and alignment issues.
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Balanced Performance
All-season compound balances handling, comfort, and longevity for consistent everyday driving performance.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily commuting and highway drivingβœ“ Year-round driving in varied weather conditionsβœ“ Drivers prioritizing comfort and long tread lifeβœ“ Sedans, coupes, and crossovers used for family transportation
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Specifications

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Size
225/55R17
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Load Index
97
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.7
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"Worth considering if you prioritize comfort and long tread life for daily driving and varied weather conditions. Wet traction performance may not match dedicated performance tires."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings907 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R17 97V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 15577470000
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