I have tried the Michelin XLT tires twice both XL load rated (not E rated). My opinion, yours may differ, is that they are the best riding, worst steering, tires that I have experienced. They are also great in the snow. But, if you look away for .1 second they'll wander off to one side or the other. You have to steer into the wind or the road banking. For 2012 the 275-65R-18 (HT) and 275-70R-18 (AT) sizes were both Continental for OEM. My 275-65R-18 tires only went about 48K because the front tires wore out the edges way fast. Went back with the OEMs because I just couldn't decide what else to try--I do like the way they steer. Didn't want AT and the tire stores don't sell much in a HT design. There isn't much consensus on what is a good tire in HT.