Test Over.
Well, after just about 40k over 3 years, we have finally gone through our set of Altimax HPs. That's a fine performance for a V-rated tire on an 855 running base 15s. We don't run our tires down to inspection minimums, and could have probably squeezed a few thousand more out of them.
They were confident and trouble free throughout, and still had solid grip and wet weather performance at the end. The ride quality, noise and impact isolation had declined over the last 5k, but was not yet harsh. However, that is expected with that tread wear and aging. Our lasting impression is of a supremely quiet and comfortable tire with near HP behavior and outstanding wet weather performance.
They were the best $200 set of tires we've ever had. We probably would pay more now for them, knowing that they are a better tire than their modest price. If on a tighter budget, I would have no qualms in slapping on another set of these great Generals.
But this time around, we got a deal we couldn't refuse on a set of Michelin Primacy MXV4s, another tire we have and like. We will see if they measure up to the unexpectedly high standard set by the Generals on this vehicle. The Michelins should last longer, but may not be any better.
To all those considering them, the Altimax HP remains a superior higher-performing GT A/S tire at a bargain price point.