I have a staggered setup on my daily-driver 2004 S55 (245/45ZR18 and 265/40ZR18), and am researching all-season replacements. My two main priorties are traction in rain and light snow and eliminating as much road noise as possible. The second priority is price (isn't it always?). To quote the local indy I've visited, "these things eat tires", so it's crazy not to look for value.
Are there any possible matches that are not directional and can be switched side-to-side to promote even tread wear to help keep road noise in check?
Also, my load ratings are 101 front and 100 rear. Is that a minimum or a suggestion, and is 95 or 99 safe?
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