Comparison: Falken EuroWinter HS01 vs. Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Falken (68%). But when it comes to comparing Falken EuroWinter HS01 and Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Falken EuroWinter HS01 was done in 2017, compared to when was the Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Falken EuroWinter HS01 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2 also have B wet ratings. We also know where EuroWinter HS01 is made - Turkey.