I see I have neglected my site over these harsh winter months. It has been incredibly cold and snowy this winter in Billings. The S2000 did not leave the garage for over 6 weeks- from Thanksgiving to after the New Year. The STI is currently riding on Michelin Pilot Alpin tires in a 235/45-17, mounted on Gold Rota DPT’s (17×9 +42). The tire installer commented that V-rated snow tires are “completely unnecessary” and that I wasted my money. Little does he know, these Pilot Alpin’s are undoubtedly the best snow tire I have ever driven on! I purchased them in early December after the STI was stuck at the bottom of my driveway for four full days. Apparently, AWD is not enough. The Kumho XS I was running were hard as bricks in below zero weather, and the 275mm width made them float on top of the snow. I can’t wait for spring….