Tests – · none yet Owners 43 · 11 reviews
General AltiMAX HP looks discontinued: no new owner reviews or road tests in five years and no current EU tyre label.
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General AltiMAX HP vs General G-MAX RS — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 0 + 1 road tests and 11 + 567 owner reviews. How we score
G-MAX RS is ahead, 69–51
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Tests – · 1 test Owners 59 · 567 reviews
Best test result: #3 of 22 in 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires (tested tread life (miles))
“G-max rs I put 7k miles on these tires and this is the front how many miles would you say I have before problems occur I plan on replacing in a few weeks Read more”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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53
Dry
G-MAX RS +1568Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 58 (est.) ≈ 68 (est.) Reviews found online 45 69 AltiMAX HP: 60% × 58.5 (est.) + 40% × 45 = 53
G-MAX RS: 60% × 68.3 (est.) + 40% × 68.8 = 68
No road tests of dry for AltiMAX HP. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).
No road tests of dry for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).
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55
Wet
G-MAX RS +1671Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 59 (est.) ≈ 71 (est.) Reviews found online 49 72 AltiMAX HP: 60% × 58.7 (est.) + 40% × 48.8 = 55
G-MAX RS: 60% × 71.2 (est.) + 40% × 71.5 = 71
No road tests of wet for AltiMAX HP. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
No road tests of wet for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
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Snow
No comparison35Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) – ≈ 51 (est.) Reviews found online – 10 G-MAX RS: 60% × 51.2 (est.) + 40% × 10 = 35
No road tests of snow for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
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49
Comfort
G-MAX RS +1564Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 63 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Reviews found online 40 62 AltiMAX HP: 40% × 62.9 (est.) + 60% × 40 = 49
G-MAX RS: 40% × 67.2 (est.) + 60% × 61.5 = 64
No road tests of comfort for AltiMAX HP. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
No road tests of comfort for G-MAX RS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
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Noise
No comparison61Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) – ≈ 66 (est.) Reviews found online – 54 G-MAX RS: 60% × 66.3 (est.) + 40% × 54 = 61
No road tests of noise for G-MAX RS. The test half is the tested tires’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
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48
Treadwear
G-MAX RS +2270Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 56 (est.) 73 Reviews found online 36 65 AltiMAX HP: 60% × 55.7 (est.) + 40% × 36.2 = 48
G-MAX RS: 60% × 73.4 + 40% × 64.7 = 70
No road tests of treadwear for AltiMAX HP. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
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37
Handling (owners)
G-MAX RS +2663Why this score
Source AltiMAX HP G-MAX RS Reviews found online 37 63
Scores at a glance
| Category | General AltiMAX HP | General G-MAX RS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 51 | 69 |
| Dry | 53 | 68 |
| Wet | 55 | 71 |
| Snow | – | 35 |
| Comfort | 49 | 64 |
| Noise | – | 61 |
| Treadwear | 48 | 70 |
| Handling (owners) | 37 | 63 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Headline score
51
/ 100
AltiMAX HP
69
/ 100
G-MAX RS
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
The professional test results behind the scores
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
| Discipline | Category | AltiMAX HP | G-MAX RS | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #47/54 2013 54 Tyre Braking Test | #3/22 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A AltiMAX HP
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Reliable dry road grip and handling
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Fragile sidewalls prone to impact damage
- Short tread life and rapid wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance
Tire B G-MAX RS
Pros
- Outstanding price-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
- Strong dry and wet weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for a performance tire
Cons
- Softer sidewalls can lead to some squirm or less crisp steering response during hard cornering
- Prone to temporary flat-spotting or vibration when sitting overnight in cooler weather
- Unpredictable or slippery performance if driven in cold temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
General AltiMAX HP
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
General G-MAX RS
Community sentiment toward the General G-MAX RS is broadly positive, with users frequently praising its exceptional value and strong dry and wet traction as a budget-friendly ultra-high-performance summer tire. While often favorably compared against premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or Firestone Indy 500, some owners note compromises including elevated road noise and occasional handling inconsistencies on specific sports car platforms.
r/370z
·2 upvotes ·2018-03-31
“General G-Max RS tires I know they just came out in February 2018 but was wondering if anyone else has had experiences with them yet. From what I’ve dug up, they’re OEM on the new Saleen Mustang. Rated at 360AA. I bring this up because that’s what the dealer has given me after an unfortunate alignment issue with my old tires. Yes I went to the dealer because I trust very few people to work on my car and can afford a little extra. So far these tires haven’t disappointed me but it’s day 1. Highway driving felt very smooth and I hugged the corners going faster than... everyone else. Later today I’m going to take my empty backroad and see how they are in tight turns. General announced these tires are UHP Summer tires meant to attract customers for track and autocross. The only thing that holds me back a little on the throttle is the price tag is SOOO cheap, which is exactly what they wanted. If you have experience with them go ahead and post up please. Read more”
r/GolfGTI
·3 upvotes ·2023-04-12
“Price no object? Michelin 100%. I have the Generals right now and while they're fine for grip and what not, they are very noisy. I have Michelin X Ice winter tires, and even with the aggressive winter tread, they are considerably quieter than my g-max rs. However I paid about 700 CAD for my set of g-max a couple years ago. So for a price like that, I'm happy. Like anything, expect to get what you pay for.”
rennlist.com
“Quote: Originally Posted by SBG200 Any updates? I need a new set on my '08 Turbo and I'm curious about noise level. The old Michelins are getting really loud, even on "smooth" surfaces. I have these on my turbo and for a daily driven car they are great. Perform very well in dry and serviceable in the rain. There’s a bit more road noise than a premium tire but for $700 with the rebate (if still offered), I think they are totally worth a shot.”
Top themes
#value and pricing#dry and wet grip#comparison to Michelin PS4S#comparison to Indy 500#road noise levels#treadwear and longevity#Porsche and Corvette fitment
Based on 53 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General AltiMAX HP | B · General G-MAX RS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 48 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 360 - 700 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
51
/ 100
General AltiMAX HP
69
/ 100
General G-MAX RS
Winner: General G-MAX RS — better handling, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score. General AltiMAX HP rests on little evidence so far (0 tests, 11 reviews), so read this result as provisional.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General G-MAX RS scores 63 vs 37 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
General G-MAX RS scores 70 vs 48 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General G-MAX RS scores 71 vs 55 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
General G-MAX RS scores 68 vs 53 on dry.
Tire A · General AltiMAX HP
Tire B · General G-MAX RS
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AltiMAX HP or G-MAX RS?
Which is better in the wet, AltiMAX HP or G-MAX RS?
General G-MAX RS, 71 vs 55 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, AltiMAX HP or G-MAX RS?
General G-MAX RS, 68 vs 53 on our dry score.
Which is more comfortable, AltiMAX HP or G-MAX RS?
General G-MAX RS, 64 vs 49 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, AltiMAX HP or G-MAX RS?
General G-MAX RS, 70 vs 48 on our treadwear score.
How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology