Goodyear Eagle RSA Passenger/Performance Tire

Pros: Relatively quiet at highway speed, decent in the rain
Cons: Very soft tread and sidewall, very poor performance considering they came stock with the car

I purchased a Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR6 in April of 2000. As I've now had the car for more than one year, and exposed it to all the climate elements that eastern Pennsylvania has, I'd like to share some thoughts for anyone considering buying these tires....

Pros: Heat Dissipation, Low Noise
Cons: Abysmal wet and winter traction, Price

On dry pavement, these tires were not bad. The problem is when you try to take curves with them. These tires do not like to be pushed despite their performance rating. In addition, they seem to have as much bite (and protest as loudly) as the ...