These are by far the best winter tires I have ever used. Doesn't matter if the roads have been plowed or not, these will get you there without any fuss. Dry grip and noise are noticeably better than the GlacierGrips I used to run. These are also quieter than the all-season tires that they replaced. Hydroplane resistance has been good so far. Tires like these are why I keep returning to Cooper.