Big O Aspen Touring

by Susan
(Kalispell, MT)

I have a 2008 Kia Spectra. Tread design is important to me, especially how well it dispels water. In March, 2013 I was in the market for all-season tires. I previously owned Goodyear and wanted the exact tire, but it was discontinued.

After comparing prices I decided to visit my local Big O in Kalispell, MT. I was shown the Aspen Touring with a tread similar to what I had on my car. I searched for reviews and could not find any to my dismay. I took a leap of faith and purchased four for my car. I have been very pleased. The tires grip the road in rain, and are quiet with a comfortable ride. I had one flat due to a nail puncture, and the tire was replaced for $14.00, no questions asked.

We are now entering winter and the roads have been sheets of ice. I continue to be impressed with start and stopping ease with these all-season tires, staying within the city limits. Just put my studded tires back on for winter for drives out of the city.

I consider myself a cautious purchaser. The staff at Big O in Kalispell have been great. As a woman I have often been pushed to buy what I don't need. I don't find that pushiness at this Big O.

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Jan 18, 2022
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Feel like I got scammed.. NEW
by: Anonymous

I have a 2012 Mini Cooper countryman which had all 4 tires as the Continental Control Contact. The front 2 were getting worn down and it was recommended by Discount tire that they should be replaced. Back 2 are still looking fine but my dad wanted to put something cheap on the front since we are planning on selling the car in 6 months anyway. We went to Big 0 tires in centennial CO which I was feeling hesitant about because I typically trust discount tire and I know who I like working on my car because I am very particular but my dad was the one paying and insisted we just try Big 0. They suggested the Aspen GT-AS and it sounded fine to my dad and we unfortunately didn’t do any research on these tires before purchasing or else I would’ve refused to have these trash tires put on my baby. Immediately after getting the front 2 replaced and leaving the parking lot, on the first stop sign I felt my brakes slip and it caught me off guard and it felt like the tires had even worse grip to the road than my older continental tires. I let it slide because I thought I just needed to get used to it. But it has been a week now and I feel like these tires have literally no grip even on dry road and am terrified to even try them in the rain or snow. I don’t feel secure with them and I don’t have a good feeling. Not to mention, after they were put on I was surprised that such a god awful tire could be 148.99 per tire, and so I hopped on Google and was finding them everywhere for 80-90 dollars maximum. Which means Big 0 scams people by charging almost double of that these garbage tires are worth. DO NOT BUY THESE TIRES. I’m very worried and as a relatively new driver it’s not assuring how these are performing so far. Do yourself a favor and pay the extra money for Michelin or Continental, you’ll be better off. We basically paid for 4 tires instead of 2 because the price Big 0 charged us is almost 2x the quoted price online for these tires. steer clear!!!!!!!

Nov 19, 2021
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OWN FORD FUSION SE NEW
by: AnonyELIZABETH WILLOUGHBYmous

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR 52YEARS,AND ASPEN IS THE TRASH OF TIRES.MIGHT AS WELL BE DRIVING ON MY RIMS.BOUGHT AT BIG O TIRES,ONLY 3MONTHS I AM ON THE EDGE WITH NOISE,IMPACT,SLIDING IN RAIN,SHAKING MY CAR APART.EVEN MY CDS ARE BEEN BROKEN AS I GO OVER ANY CRACK IN ROAD.7/20/21 IN LOUISVILLE,KY.WAS THE WORST MISTAKE BELIEVING BIG O THIS IS A GOOD TIRE.LIES.I AM SO DISGUSTED WITH ASPEN.ONLY 3MONTHS HAVE ME AR A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN.WORST TIRE I HAVE EVER HAD.NEVER AGAIN.RUN FROM ASPEN.

Nov 19, 2021
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OWN FORD FUSION SE
by: AnonyELIZABETH WILLOUGHBYmous

I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR 52YEARS,AND ASPEN IS THE TRASH OF TIRES.MIGHT AS WELL BE DRIVING ON MY RIMS.BOUGHT AT BIG O TIRES,ONLY 3MONTHS I AM ON THE EDGE WITH NOISE,IMPACT,SLIDING IN RAIN,SHAKING MY CAR APART.EVEN MY CDS ARE BEEN BROKEN AS I GO OVER ANY CRACK IN ROAD.7/20/21 IN LOUISVILLE,KY.WAS THE WORST MISTAKE BELIEVING BIG O THIS IS A GOOD TIRE.LIES.I AM SO DISGUSTED WITH ASPEN.ONLY 3MONTHS HAVE ME AR A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN.WORST TIRE I HAVE EVER HAD.NEVER AGAIN.RUN FROM ASPEN.

Oct 08, 2021
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Just say no NEW
by: Gary Indiana

Put on 09 Kia Rio sx 5 speed and a
2010 Toyota Yaris. Can not recommend due to tires spinning on take off on dry pavement, death ride on wet pavement, loud road noise and constantly losing air pressure in cool weather. This started at about 5k miles on Kia and about 20k on Yaris. First time I went with lower priced tires and learned my lesson.

Nov 04, 2020
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Had to replace at 20,000 miles NEW
by: Anonymous

Bought four Aspen Touring AS tires 3/1/2 years ago and now, less than 20,000 miles need to replace two of them. Not even able to find any way to contact manufacturer for information on warranty and place I bought them says "quality is to be taken up with manufacturer" and they won't help. Spend a bit more and get a good tire!

Oct 03, 2020
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Trust but Verify NEW
by: Anonymous

I just bought these today from Big O in Santa Cruz. I needed tires ASAP and no one had my size but Big O. First I was told they were $67, then I was told they were $89. First I was told they were manufactured in China, then I was told they were manufactured in Japan. After googling them when I got home I found they are special brand tires manufactured in Florida to brand specifications b y a company called TBM. Online reviews are scary. Note to self...there is a reason you stopped going to Big O. I was told they were warrantied for 55k, the warranty is for 50k. I can live with that, but my next tire purchase will probably be online. Wish me luck!

Jul 07, 2020
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Bad tires NEW
by: Anonymous

I don't even have 25,000 miles on these tires. Found out that I have to replace ALL 4, because they have shredded on inside. Totally pissed. Never again will I purchase these for my car, and will turn people I know not to buy them. What a WASTE of money.

Apr 24, 2020
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Aspen Touring a/s 215/55/16 NEW
by: Dennis Ruiz

I purchased 4 brand new Aspen Touring A/S 215/55/16 from Tire kingdom in Kissimmee Fl. They were 50,000 mile tires and I also purchase there complete package with wheel alignment and rotation. This was for a 2002 Mercedes Benz E320 sedan. I paid $500 after 30,000 miles three of the four tires needed replacement. I took it back and they told me I needed to contact the manufacturer myself. They gave me the information and it was the wrong manufacture. I took the car back and they prorated and gave me Aspen GT A/S. I was charged $365. This is a rip off I would never recommend these tires and I am stuck with another set of bull crap.

Feb 15, 2020
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aspen touring tires NEW
by: Anonymous

i live in indiana bought 4 aspen touring tires exactly 1yr and 15 days to the day ago. and went to get rotate and balance done at big old tires in my town where we bought them and they were suppose to have 50,000 mile s on them and we have hit 30,000 on them and was told all four tires are shredding and need replaced and that it was no fault of ours it is manufracturing issue. and they want to pro rate me new tires for the 20,000 miles we have not used now my question is if it is not my fauly and they said it is a tire defect for all four tires shouldnt they be made to replace them at cost and not charge me for them

Jan 29, 2020
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83k Very Impressed NEW
by: Anonymous

I read through the comments and saw mixed reviews. I must say from my experience I'm super impressed. I bought these tires from merchants in 2016 before the changed their name to NTB. I have put approximately 83,000 miles on these "cheap" tires. I live and work in Virginia with occasionally cross country road trips and I drive 90 miles a day for work and approximately 80% is highway miles. I've kept up with regular rotations but due to an alignment issue on my vehicle I need to buy new tires. Only one tire is wearing worse than the other three but tread life is dwindling. If I didnt have to buy soon I think I could easily get another 10k miles. I definitely recommend these tires to a responsible car owner. You wont be disappointed. Would buy again!

Nov 01, 2019
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HORRIBLE NEW
by: Anonymous

Had them put on my 2010 Chevrolet HHR. Got the road hazard warranty and free alignments for a year package deal. Ok so it has been (almost to the day) exactly 1 year since purchasing these tires. They’re loud, rides like a lumber wagon, terrible in rain (almost constant hydroplaning), snow/ice (I live in Minnesota) little to no traction, I got stuck constantly. The ‘icing on the cake’ though at only a year old with about 5000 miles, they are shot, bulging in the sidewalls and wires showing. One of the tires had a blowout leaving me stranded at night on a county hyw in the country. Not to mention that the store where I bought the tires, Big O Tires in St. Cloud has closed their doors. Would I buy these tires again? No, not even on a bet!! Would I recommend these tires? OH HELL NO!!!

Oct 05, 2019
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1st timer with Aspens
by: Roz

I have a 97 Corolla. I've had Pirellis on since I got the car and have loved them! No issues whatsoever. Then I ran over something and got a flat- couldn't be replaced. Since they discontinued the Pirellis in my size, I was shown the Aspen, since it was "similar" to my Pirellis. I hadn't heard of Aspen before and wasn't sure who made them. So I took a chance and will try it out today. I will let u guys know how it runs compare to the other 3.
Does anyone know who makes the Aspens??

Jul 29, 2019
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Aspen tires NEW
by: Jeff

I just put four brand new ones on my 2007 Cadillac CTS today. The ride home was very comfortable and I was impressed with the feel of them. I know nothing about them though we’ll see how it goes as I drive on them longer. I am in Central Florida so these tires will never see ice and snow. I do do a lot of high speed interstate driving however. I should’ve checked the rating for their heat endurance but I failed to do that. These are 225/55R/16. Does anybody know they’re heat rating for high-speed interstate travel by chance?

May 02, 2019
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Honesty!!!!! NEW
by: Anonymous

okay lets all be honest with each other. Isnt walmarts version of goosyears tire the same price but higher quality? C’mon gusy!!!

Jan 19, 2019
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One year NEW
by: Tony

Bought two rear tires for wife’s Honda Civic a year ago. The treads are about gone and the tires are knotted. The Perelli tires on the front are two years old and still look brand new. We put these tires on in a pinch due to a blow out. Never again.

Jul 22, 2018
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take care of your tires they will take care of you NEW
by: Anonymous

Any tire has a chance of having a defect, bitI install tires and rotate tire for a living. All these complaints are due to neglect and improper rotations. Always rotate every 3000 miles and make sure your car is properly aligned. If you do this ive seen people get 65k out of these great 50k tires. The worst tire to buy is a Michelin or a goodyear I trust the aspen touring over either of these crap brands.

Mar 09, 2018
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Price is great, comparably. . hope they ride smooth and last NEW
by: Anonymous

Buying 4 new aspen touring today. 195 65r/ 15 for my 2002 Jetta with 162000 on it.
Buying these from Big O in St Louis Park Minnesota.
Staff seems friendly and with the discount all 4, all in, is only $301.00. Hope they ride and wear ok...I will let you know if they dont.

Apr 23, 2017
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Great For The Money. NEW
by: Wayne the Welder

I'm very impressed with these 'cheap' tires. They are smooth driving and quiet!

They feel a little softer than what I had I previously but the ride feels so much better for it.

I was also surprised to see that these tires are made by Sumitumo so they have a quality parent company behind them that knows how to make a good tire.

They also have a tread wear and temp ratings of A.

If these tires hold up like they should then I can see me buying them again.

Jan 12, 2017
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BIG O TIRE COMPANY NEW
by: Anonymous

BIG AND DIRTY, IS BIG O GREASY STREET KIDS , NO EXPERIENCE, I'LL NEVER TAKE ANOTHER CAR IN CEDAR CITY BIG O TIRE, I ALSO WAITED TWENTY MINUTES WITH AS MUCH AS A HI , WE WILL BE RIGHT WITH YOU,

Jan 10, 2017
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aspen touring A/s NEW
by: james Leedy

Worst damned tire I have ever had! It is not worth a crap in just a small amount of snow, I have better luck with the cheapie chinese tire. Bought them from Merchants TIre I wish I hadn't

Nov 28, 2016
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Waste of $$$ NEW
by: Anonymous

I bought TBC Aspen Touring A/S for my 2008 Lexus ES 350 at NTB Tires. In about 2 years with only 7,223 miles. All four where all woren, the tires are loud too. Your best, investment is paying alittle more for your tires is worth it.

Oct 07, 2016
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Aspen tires plus Big o? NEW
by: Anonymous

Purchased 2 tires on my Lexus at big o tires winchiester Temecula . After 25 miles of driving and the tire blew out, the car was out of control and went the ditch and paid the towing company $200. Aspen tire? I don't know what happen but maybe it's an installation defect or the tire it self. Big o tires replaced the tires but they did not pay for the damages of the cars. That's sucks!!!ThankGod my son is safe.

Oct 04, 2016
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Best Tires NEW
by: Anonymous

Living in New Mexico not much rain or snow but what little rain the tires are the best and the noise everyone is complaining about should rotate the tires more I have no noises at all with the tires

Oct 01, 2016
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Aspen touring a/s tires NEW
by: Anonymous

Just bought these aspen tires for 150.00 and hoping there as good as some of the reviews I have read!

Aug 05, 2016
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Aspen Touring A/S NEW
by: Outbacks4Life

I've put ~ 1000 miles down in a subaru outback and I have to say this is a solid Colorado tire for both BLM and highway driving. Haven't put these through snow yet, but I travel from Denver to Boulder every day and these tires feel great on the highway. Haven't experienced any of this noise everyone is raving about. I'd say its from neglecting rotations.

Jul 29, 2016
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Good grip and smooth in the road, 40,000 and going NEW
by: AdamAnonymous

These tires have lasted 40k on my 2009 sonata! Since it is not a racking car, I am happy with these middle of the road tires( made by Yokohama . I paid a lot more for the yoko as530 before these and they were not any better, these actually remind of michelins they are comfortable and good driving characteristics

May 23, 2016
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Aspen Touring A/S work NEW
by: Thomas Cassetta

I Had two Put on my Yaris with 160,000 miles on it, 8 mo. ago they look great with 10,000 miles on them. Just ordered two more.

May 19, 2016
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new set - will experiment NEW
by: Anonymous

wife got set for her CR/V. noted all the comments about noise, rotation schedules, etc. They LOOK smaller than the originals from Honda. Day 1 ride is....nice...like they should be. more after 1st rotation.

Feb 28, 2016
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Would not reccommend NEW
by: Anonymous

I have an 07 Jetta and replaced my Original Michelins with the Aspen a/s. I've been going crazy with the noise they produce. I also thought it might be my bearings, as others had too. If noise bothers you, do not buy these tires.

Feb 03, 2016
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do your rotation every 3000 miles NEW
by: Anonymous

people, if you do tire rotation along with your oil change every 3000~5000 miles, then tires won't develop these "cupping" issues.
it doesn't matter what brand of tires you use, even Michelin, they will develop cupping if you don't rotate.
stop blaming the manufacturer for your stupidity

Jan 22, 2016
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Respond to Bad Man NEW
by: Vincent

Hey Bad Man:

There is no need to insult the person with the Kia
If you have something to say about the tires, just say it.

Jan 21, 2016
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really NEW
by: Bad man

If a person is very picky they sure would NOT buy a terrible korean kia brand. I had 4 of the aspen tires and they whine like snow tires after about14K miles.Do not recommend these tires at all.

Oct 12, 2015
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Noisy! NEW
by: Anonymous

I hate these tires! Which is a shame because the performance and wear is really good, but the noise is unbearable. They really do sound like you have a bad wheel bearing. I can't wait until they wear out so I can replace them.

Oct 08, 2015
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Loud NEW
by: Anonymous

Agree with another reviewer - very loud after ~15k miles, like the wheel bearings are bad. I even replaced the wheel bearings with no change to the noise level, so I know it's not coming from them. Otherwise these tires have been good, especially for the price.

Sep 14, 2015
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aspen tires NEW
by: David Lawrence

Very noisy after using them for 15000 miles, my car sounds like I have two bad wheel bearings, Ntb says that the tires are low end tires, nothing they can do.

Sep 02, 2015
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Good Value NEW
by: Robert H

Will Be replacing my 215/55 R 17 for my Camry. Love the Aspens.Do they ride as good or as quiet as Bridgestone or Michelin? No, but good enough for HALF the price. Paid $112 each at Big O, vs $215 for MXV or $205 for bridgestone.
Very good wear. Lasted 43k miles. The last set of MXV i bought only lasted 38,000. Michelins are a ripoff.
My only complaint is they were only grippy on cornering for about 15 k then started slipping. The factory Bridgestones were better, but only lasted 35k

Mar 08, 2015
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excellent traction tire, but wear faster than expected NEW
by: Aj

I have a 2009 dodge Avenger and replaced the Pirellis that were outstanding at 60k miles. Looking to save cost but keep quality, I was shown the Aspen touring in 17 inch wheel. I've owned them 2 years now and not had any issues at losing traction in Texas heat, rain, light snow or some ice. Quiet tire. The down side has been wearing too fast. When we purchased, they were a 60k mile tire, now downgraded to 50k. I've driven 35k miles and all 4 tires are down to the wear bar at 4/32. Now I need to make a trip where the Temps are in the 20s with snow and concerned about lose in traction as the store won't prorated until I hit 2/32 which to me is not safe for long road trips away from my store. Thoughts? Going to store manager tomorrow..

Jan 11, 2015
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Excellent tire...great snow performance NEW
by: J.K. Risher

Got a set for my antique 78Nissan. Great ride and wonderful wet/snow performance.

Jan 08, 2015
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big o aspen touring tires NEW
by: Anonymous

My certified used car that I purchased five years ago had new Bridgestone Potenza tires on it. I am a conservative driver, but the Bridgestone Potenza, I was told, is a high performance tire as well as being rather expensive. They provided comfortable driving, but wore out on my Subaru in 20,000 miles. ism on my second set of Big O Aspens. My first set lasted 26,000 miles and provided a quality ride that was the equal of the Bridgestones. an all wheel drive car is hard on tires. I find them to be goog tires here I Montana. Great quality at a great price and go od rotation services. Also, my Big O takes care of me without buying the warranty.

Jan 08, 2015
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big o aspen touring tires NEW
by: Anonymous

My certified used car that I purchased five years ago had new Bridgestone Potenza tires on it. I am a conservative driver, but the Bridgestone Potenza, I was told, is a high performance tire as well as being rather expensive. They provided comfortable driving, but wore out on my Subaru in 20,000 miles. ism on my second set of Big O Aspens. My first set lasted 26,000 miles and provided a quality ride that was the equal of the Bridgestones. an all wheel drive car is hard on tires. I find them to be goog tires here I Montana. Great quality at a great price and good rotation services. Also, my Big O takes care of me without buying the warranty.

Dec 26, 2014
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Big O Aspen Tires NEW
by: dmckinley

I just replaced my tires with Big O Aspen touring tires on my 2011 Honda Accord. The size is 225/50/17. The original tires were Michelin Pilot that went 50K miles. The Aspen tires work great on my car and are not too different than the Michelin tires. So far, so good.

Oct 26, 2014
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Instructor NEW
by: Clarence

Purchased 4 Aspen 17 inch tires for my Ford five hundred. So far they handle well good braking that all I expected. Good tire for the price

Sep 13, 2014
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Aspen Touring Tires NEW
by: Anonymous

I need tires and the price was reasonably marked. I had never heard of this tire brand, but I am sure if they were not if some quality, they would not be sold at Tire Kingdom/NTB. Keep the feedback coming!

Aug 07, 2014
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Honda Civic NEW
by: Anonymous

Just purchsed 4 from Merchant's Tire. $49.99/each
Wish me luck!!!

Aug 07, 2014
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Honda Civic NEW
by: Anonymous

Just purchsed 4 from Merchant's Tire. $49.99/each
Wish me luck!!!

Feb 17, 2014
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Aspen Touring A/S NEW
by: Mitchel Garcia

I just went through the whole process of looking at many different name brand tires and ended up choosing the Aspen Touring A/S tire and they have worked out great. I would purchase them again..
They are quite,handel well in the rain and snow and the price was easy on the pocket-book.

Feb 17, 2014
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Aspen Touring A/S NEW
by: Anonymous

I have to agree, I just purchased a set for my Rav4 and they have been great!

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