[bobcowan]

My car came with Nitto NT05, 295/40-18. Good tire, relatively quiet, good traction. But, they are soft and don't last long. Not great in the rain, either.

When they sat in the garage for a week or two, they would develop flat spots. When it was cold, it would take a few miles for them to get round again. Not a big deal, just an observation. I suppose if you were not going to drive the car for a few months, then get them up off the ground.

I installed NT555II, 295/45-18. A slightly taller tire. Good tire, a little more noise. About the same amount of traction. Should be better in the wet, and might last a smidgen longer. The bigger tire looks a lot better, too.