General Tires Canada

General Tire is a Continental AG brand with a broad lineup that covers all weather touring, UHP performance, all terrain Grabber truck tires, studdable winter tires and commercial van fitments. We organize General tires by use case so shoppers can connect the right model to their vehicle, season and route.

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Why General Tires Belong on Your Shortlist

General Tire sits in the strong mid tier position between budget brands and premium European labels. As a Continental AG company, General benefits from shared engineering and compound research while retaining its own model families and pricing structure — which typically lands below Michelin, Bridgestone and Continental while still delivering competitive tread life, genuine winter ratings and real world performance.

The brand is especially relevant for Ontario and Quebec drivers who want the 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake rating across their all weather, all terrain and winter models without paying a premium brand premium. General also covers commercial and van categories with purpose built Grabber HD models, and its Grabber off road lineup has decades of credibility in the truck and SUV segment.

Shoppers searching for General tires Canada, General tires Ontario, General tires Quebec and tires near me will find model families here, use case comparisons, local shipping details and direct paths into live General tire inventory at XYZTires.com.

Canadian fitment tip: General offers both all season and all weather versions of several model families. All season tires carry the M+S rating but are not severe snow rated. If you want year round capability with genuine winter traction in Ontario or Quebec, confirm the tire carries the 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol — the AltiMAX 365 AW, Grabber A/TX, Grabber APT, both Grabber Arctic models and the AltiMAX Arctic 12 all carry it.

General Tire Technologies — What They Mean in the Real World

General’s key technologies appear across multiple model families. Knowing what each one does helps connect the right tire to the right use case before filtering by size.

DuraGen™ Technology General’s core durability package, found across Grabber truck, SUV, commercial and winter models. Combines a cut and chip resistant compound with optimized casing geometry for stability under load and resistance to real world road abuse — gravel, job sites, rough secondary roads and loaded highway driving.

3PMSF — 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake The severe snow rating that distinguishes genuine winter capable tires from standard all seasons. General applies it to the AltiMAX 365 AW, AltiMAX Arctic 12, Grabber A/TX, Grabber APT, Grabber Arctic and Grabber Arctic LT. If year round driving in Quebec or Northern Ontario is the goal, this symbol is the filter that matters most.

RTM — Replacement Tire Monitor Built in tread letters that visually wear down as the tire ages, signalling when the tire is approaching replacement depth. Found on AltiMAX RT45, G-MAX AS07, Grabber H/T and other models. Gives drivers an earlier visual warning than standard tread wear bars.

VAI — Visual Alignment Indicator Wear indicator built into the tread shoulder to reveal irregular wear patterns caused by alignment issues. Found alongside RTM on many General models. Catching alignment problems early protects tread life and reduces long term costs for Ontario and Quebec commuters who cover high annual mileage.

SmartMonitors™ General’s umbrella term for RTM and VAI working together. Standard on the G-MAX AS07 UHP all season and select Grabber touring fitments. Both indicators function across the life of the tire, not just at the wear out point.

Studdable / Pinned for Studs The AltiMAX Arctic 12, Grabber Arctic and Grabber Arctic LT are all studdable. The Grabber A/TX is pinned for winter studs. Studdable tires are designed with pre-moulded holes for metal studs, which provide additional ice surface grip in regions where studded tires are legal. In parts of Ontario, studded tires are permitted from October 1 to April 30.

Popular General Tire Families

General availability changes with seasonal demand and supplier stock, so the model links below are useful crawlable entry points as well as shopper shortcuts.

Start with the brand families that match your vehicle category and driving season, then narrow live results by exact tire size, season, vehicle type, XL, studdable and current stock.

General Tire Family Highlights

Model family	Category & why shoppers compare it
AltiMAX 365 AW	All weather touring tire for passenger cars and crossovers. 3PMS rated for severe snow — the go to General pick for Ontario and Quebec drivers who want year round traction on one set of tires without switching to dedicated winters. Confident touring feel with enhanced wet and snow grip.
AltiMAX RT45	Long wearing all season touring tire for passenger cars and crossovers. RTM and VAI wear indicators flag tread depth and alignment issues early. Quiet, smooth, predictable ride —
G-MAX AS07	UHP all season for performance cars and sporty sedans that need daily drivability without giving up steering response. SmartMonitors (RTM + VAI) on many fitments. Strong wet and dry grip for an all season, competitive with Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus at a lower price.
G-MAX RS	Summer UHP tire for maximum warm weather grip, cornering stability and steering precision. A seasonal setup tire — not suited to below 7°C temperatures. For drivers who want the sharpest possible summer performance and swap to winters when the weather turns.
Grabber HTS 60	All season highway touring tire for crossovers, light trucks and SUVs. DuraGen™ Technology for durability, low road noise and a comfortable ride. This is the daily driver for SUV and truck owners who spend most of their time on pavement.
Grabber A/TX	Aggressive all season all terrain for light trucks and SUVs. 3PMSF rated and pinned for winter studs — one of the few all terrain tires that offers both severe snow certification and studdability. DuraGen™ Technology for off road durability. Balanced on road manners with real trail capability.
Grabber APT	Road friendly all terrain for drivers who want trail capability but spend most of their time on pavement. 3PMSF rated. DuraGen™ Technology with full depth siping for balanced on/off road traction. A quieter, more comfortable A/T option than the A/TX for SUV and crossover drivers.
Grabber X3	Extreme mud terrain for drivers who need maximum bite in mud, ruts, rocks and loose terrain. Aggressive void pattern, DuraGen™ construction. Unapologetically off road focused — competes with BFGoodrich KM3 and Cooper Discoverer STT Pro.
AltiMAX Arctic 12	Studdable winter tire for passenger cars and crossovers. 3PMSF rated, high density siping, dedicated winter tread design. Can be studded for maximum ice traction where permitted — competes with Bridgestone Blizzak and Michelin X-Ice Snow at a lower price.
Grabber Arctic	Studdable winter tire for light trucks and SUVs. 3PMSF rated, DuraGen™ Technology, designed for confident traction on wet, snow and ice covered roads. The SUV/truck counterpart to the AltiMAX Arctic 12.
Grabber Arctic LT	Heavy duty studdable winter tire for larger trucks and working SUVs. 3PMSF rated, reinforced DuraGen™ construction for load and durability under tough winter workloads. The right choice when load rating, grip and durability all matter in the same tire.
Grabber HD	All season commercial tire for loaded light trucks and work SUVs. Enhanced sidewall protection, long life tread compound, DuraGen™ Technology. Built for trades, fleet service and work use where downtime costs money.
Grabber HD Van	All season commercial tire for cargo vans carrying tools, packages and payload. Long life tread under load, DuraGen™ Technology, enhanced sidewall protection. The commercial van counterpart to the Grabber HD for delivery and fleet operators.

General Tires by Driving Need

Need	What to look for	Best model direction
Year round driving, one set of tires (Ontario & Quebec)	3PMSF rating, all weather compound, wet and snow traction.	AltiMAX 365 AW
Daily commuting / all season touring (passenger car)	Long tread life, quiet ride, RTM and VAI wear indicators, warranty.	AltiMAX RT45
UHP performance, all season (sports car / performance sedan)	Wet and dry grip, steering response, SmartMonitors, tread life.	G-MAX AS07
Maximum summer performance	Dry and wet grip, cornering stability, warm weather compound.	G-MAX RS
Everyday SUV and truck, highway focused	Durability, quiet ride, all season traction, fuel efficiency.	Grabber HTS 60
All terrain, mixed road and trail (truck / SUV)	3PMSF rating, DuraGen™ toughness, on road comfort, studdability option.	Grabber A/TX / Grabber APT
Maximum off road / mud terrain	Deep void tread, mud clearance, rock durability, aggressive sidewall.	Grabber X3
Ontario & Quebec winter driving (passenger car / crossover)	Winter compound, 3PMSF rating, studdability option, ice traction.	AltiMAX Arctic 12
Ontario & Quebec winter driving (truck / SUV)	3PMSF rating, load rating, DuraGen™ durability, studdability.	Grabber Arctic / Grabber Arctic LT
Commercial vans and loaded fleet trucks	Sidewall protection, load range, tread life under load, durability.	Grabber HD / Grabber HD Van

How to Filter the Right General Tire

Start with your exact tire size, then compare only General models that actually exist in that size — the shop filters do this automatically.
Distinguish between all season and all weather before buying: only the AltiMAX 365 AW carries the 3PMSF symbol in the passenger car touring category. The AltiMAX RT45 is all season only and is not a replacement for winter tires in genuine cold conditions.
For trucks and SUVs that see gravel, trails or job sites, confirm whether DuraGen™ Technology is present and whether the load rating matches your vehicle’s requirement — especially for towing and hauling applications.
If you are considering a studdable tire, confirm the local rules: Ontario permits studded tires from October 1 to April 30; Quebec permits them from October 15 to May 1.
For EVs or high payload crossovers, confirm the load index and XL designation before ordering — these vehicles often require higher load ratings than the standard fitment.

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General tire results with brand, model, size and season paths that are easy to shop.
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Product pages built around size, season, vehicle type, availability and fitment details — not just a tire image and a price.
A tire focused Canadian team that understands local winter, highway, SUV, truck and commuter needs across the GTA, Ottawa, Montreal and beyond.

General Tires with Ontario and Quebec Delivery

XYZTires.com ships General tires across Ontario and Quebec, including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Hamilton, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Windsor, Ottawa, Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, Quebec City, Gatineau and Sherbrooke. Whether you’re ordering AltiMAX all weather tires for year round Ontario driving, Grabber Arctic tires before the Quebec winter season, or Grabber HD commercial tires for a GTA fleet, the goal is simple: make brand research useful and give shoppers a direct path from model comparison to tire inventory.

Use the shop filters to narrow General tires by size, season, brand, vehicle type, XL, studdable and more. View current General tire inventory or search all tires by size .

General Tires FAQ

Are General tires a good choice for Canadian driving?

General can be an excellent choice when the model is matched to the vehicle, season and route. As a Continental AG brand, General benefits from shared engineering while pricing below premium European labels. The brand covers all weather, all season, UHP performance, all terrain, winter and commercial categories — and applies the 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake rating broadly across its lineup, which is directly relevant for Ontario and Quebec drivers who face real winter conditions.

What is the difference between the AltiMAX 365 AW and the AltiMAX RT45?

The AltiMAX 365 AW is an all weather tire with the 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake rating for severe snow — it is designed for year round use including genuine winter conditions. The AltiMAX RT45 is an all season tire that handles spring, summer and fall driving well and performs adequately in light snow, but it does not carry the 3PMSF rating and is not a substitute for a dedicated winter tire when temperatures drop consistently below 7°C. For Ontario and Quebec drivers who want a single set of tires year round, the 365 AW is the correct choice. For drivers who plan to change to winter tires seasonally, the RT45 offers excellent tread life and comfort at a lower price for the three season period.

What is the best General Tire for Ontario and Quebec winters?

For passenger cars and crossovers, the AltiMAX Arctic 12 is General’s top dedicated winter tire. It is studdable, 3PMSF rated and built with high density siping for ice and snow traction. For light trucks and SUVs, the Grabber Arctic or Grabber Arctic LT provides the same winter focused design with DuraGen™ construction and studdability for heavier duty applications. All three are strong value picks compared to premium brand winter tires. Drivers who want winter capability without a seasonal tire swap can also consider the AltiMAX 365 AW (passenger/crossover), Grabber A/TX or Grabber APT (trucks/SUVs) — all 3PMSF rated for year round use.

How do I choose between the Grabber A/TX and the Grabber APT?

Both the Grabber A/TX and Grabber APT are 3PMSF rated all terrain tires with DuraGen™ Technology, but they are tuned differently. The A/TX uses a more aggressive tread pattern with larger shoulder blocks for stronger off road capability, and it is pinned for winter studs for additional ice grip. The APT has a more road friendly tread design that prioritizes on road comfort, lower noise and balanced traction — it suits SUV and crossover drivers who venture off road occasionally but spend most of their time on pavement. If you genuinely use your vehicle off road or on rough gravel roads, start with the A/TX. If highway and suburban driving is your primary use and occasional trail access is secondary, the APT is the more appropriate fit.

How do I find the right General tire size?

Use our tire fitment tool on the homepage or any shop page. Alternatively, read the size printed on the current tire sidewall (for example, 235/65R17) or check the vehicle door placard, then search XYZTires.com by width, profile and diameter. After finding matching General results, confirm the load index, speed rating, and XL or LT designation before ordering.

Does XYZTires.com ship General tires free?

XYZTires.com offers fast free shipping across Ontario and Quebec on tire orders. Inventory changes throughout the day with seasonal demand, so the brand and size filters are the best way to confirm current General availability and pricing.