for a spirited driver like myself, this has been one of the best all-season high performance tires I've ever owned. Excellent dry grip, very very good rain traction, and very good in light snow. I commute atleast 55 miles a day, most of it on I-95, I-295 and the DC beltway. The ride is smooth, has good steering response, and is a bit noisy but not more than expected for all-season high performance tires. If you desire a quiet ride more than superior traction, then you dont want high-performance all-season tires, I would say look more for touring tires. I drove a 2012 Honda Pilot on my first set, now I have a 2013 Pilot for this set. I have no complaints, and would recommend!