2019 Laramie 1500 Goodyear Steadfast HT or Michelin Defender LTX M/s2

[Partyof5]

I have a 2019 Laramie. Suspension is all stock. 95% highway driving in New York, so four seasons with some snow. I am looking to replace my stock tires, Goodyear Fortitude 275/65-18 ( weighs 37 pounds). Two tires I'm considering are the Good Year Steadfast HT (42 pounds) or the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 (50 pounds). These two tires have different load ratings, and the Michelin is a heavier tire, which will decrease my fuel mileage, I assume. From the reviews I have read, these are my choices.



Does anyone have either of these tires on their truck? If so, what are your thoughts?

 

[disarm]

I just put the Michelins on my '24 Limited about six weeks ago and no issues so far... smooth ride, quiet and good wet traction. I'll find out about winter/snow performance soon enough, but they're very well regarded tires on this forum and around the internet, so I'm not really concerned.

 

[Partyof5]

Thanks, Disarm. They are highly regarded. Tire Rack had a good article that included this tire recently. If you had stock tires prior, have you noticed a difference in fuel economy? The Michelins are about 50 pounds each, and the stock tires are usually lighter.

 

[CHeYeNNe71]

I'm not a GY fan myself. Def Michelins.