I've been running Michelin Defender A/S 195/70r14 tires for the past 8 years, Michelin stopped making them in this size,I always trust Michelin for all my cars but recently had to switch to Yokohama for my Audi's ,Yokohama doesn't make a 195/70r14. I am hesitant to try another brand without a recommendation, any suggestions?

General Altimax RT43 if they are made in your size.

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"Rudeness is a weak man's imitation of strength" - Eric Hoffer

If available in your area, Toyo Japanese tires have worked well for me. Now have them on 300D, 350sl and more recently on E320.

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Graham
85 300D,72 350SL, 98 E320, Outback 2.5

There are over 150 tire brands marketed; however only one is acceptable for use on the subject car. When that brand & size are no longer available, scrap the car.

They are available. I have them on all the cars in my driveway. Good stuff.

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1985 300 TD 448K
1984 300 TD 278K

1983 240D euro 240k
1994 f-250 idi turbo 330K
1986 f-350 IDI
1987 F-350 IDI

1985 JD 1050 4wd
1965 IH 3660

Or use it as an excuse to purchase new 15" wheels with more tire options:
https://shop-us.maxilite-wheels.com/W123

My W123 with 15's.

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