Name: Winter Sottozero 3
Brand: Pirelli
Rating: 4.9 (24 reviews)

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Best Winter Tires for 2023

# Winter Tires
Winter tires, also known as snow tires, are ideal for use in below [freezing temperatures](https://simpletire.com/learn/tire-maintenance-safety/when-to-switch-to-snow-tires) thanks to their flexible rubber compound that allows them to consistently grip the road. 

Commonly used on all types of vehicles, snow and winter tires often come in non-studded, [studded](https://simpletire.com/learn/tire-buying-guides/studded-tires), and studdable designs, with the latter two allowing drivers to enhance traction and performance in ice, slush, and snow. Winter tires often feature a Three Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMS) symbol on their sidewall to denote that they're certified to perform in severe snow conditions. 

Several tire manufacturers make snow and winter tires including [Bridgestone](https://simpletire.com/brands/bridgestone-tires/categories/winter), [Hankook](https://simpletire.com/brands/hankook-tires/categories/winter), [Continental](https://simpletire.com/brands/continental-tires/categories/winter) and Nokian to name a few. 

If you're looking to buy a set of winter tires online then you've come to the right spot, as SimpleTire has thousands of winter tires that meet the budget and needs of drivers.

[Winter tire reviews](https://simpletire.com/categories/winter-tires/reviews)

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Winter Sottozero 3

The Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 is a winter tire for high-end sedans and crossovers, and is designed with a specialized winter tread formulation that stays flexible for traction in subfreezing weather, and an innovative winter tread designed with wider grooves for improved traction and control. Pirelli's innovative "brickwork" sipe pattern multiplies the tread's surface area and grip, and select sizes of the Sottozero 3 feature Pirelli's Seal Inside system, allowing a driver to keep going up to another 50 miles at 50 mph even after complete loss of inflation pressure. Like all winter tires, the Winter Sottozero 3 should not be used in warmer weather, with temps above 40-45 degrees F.

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Best Rated Winter Tires

Blizzak LM001 RFT

Blizzak LM001

Winter tires are built with a flexible rubber compound that allows for consistent grip on roads when the temperature is below 40 degrees. Able to conquer ice, snow, and slush, winter tires are either come in a standard design or they can be pinned with studs to improve grip.

Vehicle

This product is not covered by a manufacturer’s treadlife warranty.

Mileage Warranty

The maximum carrying capacity for a tire determined by the manufacturer.

Load Index

Maximum speed capability to safely carry a load for an extended period of time.

Max Speed

The maximum load carrying strength at the specified inflation pressure, also known as ply rating.

Load Range

The side of the tire between the tread and rim, with cosmetic branding as well as information about the tire including manufacturer, model, size, etc.

Sidewall

Measured in 32nds of an inch, this metric shows how much tread life is left on a tire, with the tire's traction & stopping capabilities greatly diminished at 4/32nds and less. Tire manufacturers include "tire wear bars" at 2/32nds to indicate when your tire is worn out.

Tread Depth

The highest inflation pressure (measured in pounds of force per square inch, PSI) the tire is designed to contain, and should only be used when called for by the vehicle placard.

Inflation Pressure

An identifier of a particular tire line and size combination assigned by the tire manufacturer.

Part Number

Tread design (or tread pattern) can affect handling, traction & noise for different driving styles & road conditions.

Tread Design

Tire Weight

The measurement of width from a tires inner sidewall to the outer sidewall.

Section Width

The range of widths the rim of the vehicle can be for this tire to be safely mounted on.

Rim Range

The diameter of a tire that is inflated without any load applied.

Overall Diameter

A three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol branded on a tire's sidewall indicates the tire meets required performance criteria in snow testing to be considered severe snow service-rated.

Winter Sottozero 3 Reviews

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