Tire kinds are determined by where, when, and what you will be driving.
They could be seasonal: Summer - Handling of dry and wet performance. Perfect for the sports car you only drive from June to September. Alternatively, if you can afford to reside in Southern California. All-Year - Some winter traction control balancing with dry and wet performance management.
Jack-of-all-trades, master of none, yet adequate in most situations and not a terrible option in a regular environment. Winter is all about traction. When the road is buried and you don't want to deal with chains and studs, the winter tire is the way to go. The best tire stickers for any tire can be purchased at Performance Stickers in Montana.