Comparison: Michelin ALPIN 6 vs. Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Yokohama). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Yokohama (55%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 6 has a better rating of 69% compared to 56% of the Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906. The first tyre test of Michelin ALPIN 6 was done in 2019, compared to 2021 when was the Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2023 225/45 R17 test, where both the ALPIN 6 and the BluEarth-Winter V906 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Michelin ALPIN 6 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 also have B wet ratings. We also know where ALPIN 6 is made - Spain/Germany.