I’m debating whether to switch from all-season to summer tires on my mid-size coupe. I primarily drive in warm conditions, often pushing the car a bit on twisty roads, but I do have occasional rainy days. I’m curious about the trade-offs: Do summer tires offer significantly better performance and handling in warm, dry conditions, or is the versatility of all-season tires worth the slightly reduced handling? Has anyone experienced differences in tread wear, grip, or fuel efficiency between the two types? Would appreciate insights, personal experiences, or data comparisons to help make an informed decision.

I’ve been in a similar boat. I switched to summer tires last year and definitely felt an improvement in grip and steering response on dry, twisty roads. Just be aware that in intermittent rain, there’s a limit to their performance, and you might see them wear a bit quicker if you push them too hard on those wet days. If you’re mostly enjoying warm weather driving and prioritizing performance, summer tires could be the way to go.

Consider exploring ultra-high-performance summer tires that offer a bit more wet traction if you ever hit those rainy days hard. I’ve found that a slight uptick in monitoring tire wear is well worth the sharper handling and confidence boost on twisty roads.

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