Thanks MetaX, I'm delighted to hear that the X3 with the all-season tires will pass California chain controls! I sure hope to receive my X3 in time for my first ski trip of the season. I ordered it just over a week ago and the tracking page and phone number say there is "no confirmed production date" yet. The original estimate from my dealer was 2 months, but I'm encouraged by reading here about all the folks who got theirs faster.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go check the status page for the 3rd time today
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