Sumitomo Encounter HT2 255/70R18
Sumitomo Encounter HT2 255/70R18 113T Highway All-Season Tire HT252
About This Tire
The Sumitomo Encounter HT2 255/70R18 is an all-season highway tire, designed for pickup, SUV, crossover and van drivers who prioritize dependable year-round traction and quiet comfort in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balanced wet and dry performance, noise reduction, and stable handling characteristics.
The tire features an optimized symmetric tread design with wide interconnected circumferential grooves for water evacuation and hydroplaning resistance. Wave-shaped lateral sipes are integrated into robust tread blocks to create biting edges for wet and light snow traction, while curved shoulder grooves help trap airborne noise for a quieter ride. Driver feedback points to excellent dry handling and treadwear performance, with good wet traction and comfort levels that support both daily commuting and longer trips.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for light trucks and SUVs used primarily for highway driving and daily transportation in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
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Sumitomo Encounter HT2 255/70R18 π£οΈ Highway all-season | $204.99 | β Excellent (55 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | π€οΈ All Season |
ποΈ All-terrain capability | $180.09 | β Good (110 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional off-road adventures | π€οΈ All Season |
ποΈ All-terrain capability | $181.8 | β N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional off-road adventures | π€οΈ All Season |
ποΈ All-terrain capability | $195.99 | β N/A (8 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in crossovers and SUVs | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Highway all-season | $220 | β N/A (14 reviews) | Daily highway commuting with occasional towing needs | π€οΈ All Season |
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