Top tires for summer R16. Top summer tires. Foreign cars in Russia

We are going to summer. Eleven sets of summer tires dimension 185/60 R14 for cars Lada and other compact tires | Speed \u200b\u200bIndex T (190 km / h) and N (210 km / h) | Authors Sergey Mishin and tire test group 3r and autores

Modest 14-inch tires from manufacturers are not in honor. Even fiscal machines often cope with 15-inch shoes. Therefore, the explosive premieres in this amount should not be expected: the emerging novelties are created mainly to scale larger tires intended for expensive cars with larger diameter wheels. But there is no thinness without goodness: the fewer investments in the development, the lower the price. By the way, already appeared.

There are no absolute innovations this year, but in our test there are still fresh tires. For the first time we are experiencing Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 models, Toyo Proxes CF2 and Matador Stella 2. The rest are also of interest, since these are running models. Prices are given with winter inflationary peripetias.

Tests we spent near Togliatti, at the AvtoVAZ test site, ironing his roads of one of the most popular domestic platforms: the aggregator was 106-strong, yes, yes, the prior, equipped with an anti-lock system. According to our observations, some shortcomings in the behavior of the car can well be compensated by installing high-quality tires.

The air temperature was 20-25s.

First line

We start with the most expensive. ContipremiUmcontAct 5 tires sell 2655 rubles apart. Not cheap! As if justifying the price, they ranked first by typing 927 points. Among the main advantages are high speed on the rearrangement and a short brake path: less than the nearest competitor, when slowing on the wet asphalt with a speed of 80 km / h and already three meters - when braking a hare from 100 km / h.

For 2380 rubles there is Nokian Hakka Green. Born in Finland, produced in Russia. Fresh tire: on the development and marketing time is comparable to the ContipRemiUmcontact model 5. Green tire took 926 points, giving way to Conti only one score. Good product. Moreover, Hakka is balanced differently than CONTI: a car on such tires has a clearer behavior with extreme maneuvering and high rate stability at high speed, as well as good feedback.

Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 for us is a novelty, although this model in the manufacturer's line is not the first year. Price - 2370 rubles. For her 11th place (835 points) in our test - bust! Ecopia EP150 demonstrates the weakest "hook" when braking: the difference with the leader is almost four meters on the wet asphalt and almost five on dry. This is the length of the priory!

It is better to forget about rapid rebuildings: the nimble maneuvers will come sideways - in the literal sense of the word. The only bonus is a modest fuel consumption in rustic mode. Perhaps the reason for the failure lies in the place of production? These tires arrived from Thailand, and the tires with stigma Made in Japan always behaved better.

Modesty is not vice

The line of tires is more compromised, as in the top row, there are also weaklings, which are tormented to sell more expensive and vice versa.

For the Japanese novelty, Toyo Proxes CF2 is asked 2180 rubles. And she scored 907 points in our test and took a worthy third line.

Tires with a good brake property provide and the possibility of confident extreme maneuvering - everything is like the Nokian Hakka Green model. It will be necessary only to comfort: you can't call soft and quiet tire.

For 2165 rubles they sell bfgoodrich g-grip tires with a pedigree company Michelin. That is why, apparently, and sold more expensive, despite the more "slow" high-speed index of T (190 km / h). There are no explicit failures, but for all the indicators, this bus is a slightly unlucky. In our tests it takes only a seventh position, in its piggy bank 870 points.

The Formula Energy model developed by Pirelli is set for 2150 rubles. But the racing formula does not bind this bus, you won't call it an energetic: it is not sure for extreme maneuvering. To keep the car in turns, the driver will need extraordinary skill. Although the straight bus is not bad to hold the car even at high speed. As a result - 876 points and the eighth line for a couple with domestic tires Cordiant.

The Korean Hankook Kinergy Eco Tire (2135 rubles) All characteristics are average. There are no failures, but also takeoffs too. However, by the aggregate of all indicators, she scored 888 points and occupied the sixth place.

Russian Cordiant is sold for 2135 rubles. According to the characteristics, the ROAD Runner model is close to the Formula Energy bus: inferior to it in the definition of the course and comfort, but provides more intelligible handling in extreme modes. 867 points, eighth line rating.

Almost don

And so we dropped to the plank 2000 rubles per wheel. It turns out that even for such money you can buy good tires - for example, Yokohama Bluearth. Japanese Yoko always exposes its tires by 15% cheaper than the main competitor who is Bridgestone, despite the fact that it sometimes sometimes has significantly higher. For example, in our dough Yoko obtained the lowest fuel consumption at 90 km / h. The result is 889 points and fifth.

For those who loved by our Motorists, Nordman company Nokian is asked 1970 Covenants. The ratio of price and quality is one of the best in our tests: 905 points and fourth place! (Assessment above 900 points, we consider the criterion of excellent tires.). Manageability of the machine in limit modes - at height.

Matador Stella 2 tires with a speed index of T (190 km / h) are offered for 1800 rubles. On these tires will have to make themselves ride without a rush and with an increased distance, since Stella has very modest brake properties (however, 1-3 meters are better than that of Bridgestone bus). And sharp rebuildings should be excluded: in any situation, the steering wheel must work softly and smoothly. As compensation - saving fuel at any speed.

On the second line - the Middle Price Tires: Bfgoodrich, Sava, Gislaved, Matador, Formula, as well as tires such quick-growing companies like Yokohama, Hankook, Toyo and other Asian manufacturers.

Field players

Who participates in our tests? First of all, the tires leading manufacturers. This is the so-called Top Five, the first five: Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental and Pirelli. Another important player is the Finnish company Nokian Tyres: the capacity of its factory in St. Petersburg will soon reach 18 million tires per year. In total, this six strikers sells the lion's share of all passenger cars on the Russian market.

In defense - budget tires, including domestic, for example, Cordiant. We carefully study the tires of young Chinese companies: they do not make the weather on the field, but sometimes we take them into our tests - will the brilliant newcomer appear and beat everyone?

Tormemi already

How do we measure the brake path? First of all, limit the braking band by cones. To obtain reliable results, it is important that all tires slow down on the same trajectory. Threatened six to eight times on the "technological" tires until the results begin to repeat (stabilize), thus cleaning the braking band.

The magnitude of the brake path is measured using a special VBOX measuring complex based on GPS. Measurement accuracy - 1 cm.

On a dry road, we measure the brake path of the car at a speed of 100 km / h. This is the most modern method. After all, "weaving" is the real speed of movement in the country highway. The car comes out at a speed of 103-105 km / h. The driver squeezes the grip and beats the brake pedals in the same point (marked by cones) to avoid the limit offset along the trajectory.

Car speed The test detects not by the arrow of the standard speedometer, and according to the digital indicators at the time of the VBOX complex.

The braking path is measured not at the full stop of the car, but until the moment when the speed falls to 5 km / h. This allows you to avoid scatteries in the results associated with the incorrect operation of the ABS at low speed, often leading to long-term blocking of the wheels. The number of braking for each tire set - eight.

After each test, it is necessary to cool the brakes, so we are going to the start of the start, braking the engine or in motion rolling.

When processing results, we throw out population values \u200b\u200b(with deviation of over 2%), and for the remaining calculate the arithmetic average.

On the wet road, the procedure for preparing, performing measurements and processing results is the same, but braking - from 80 km / h. The strip is intensively watering both on the braking section, and in front of it (8-10 meters) - so that the tires have time to get wet.

Winter tire tests:

In total, 13 models of winter tires were chosen for testing, of which three are innovations of this year. For the first time, it was possible to test the covers Continental IcecontAct 3 and Velcro Blizzak Ice and Observe GSI-6 from Japanese companies Bridgestone and Toyo. Unfortunately, Michelin has refused to provide its novelty X-Ice North.

Test dozen kits of friction tires with dimension of 195/65 R15 gave very interesting results! Three models are suitable not all cars, and we do not advise one thing at all.

We took tires from different price groups - from 2470 to 5150 rubles per piece. The freshest model -Toyo Observe GSI-6, which gave out the market this season. There are two last year's novelties: German Continental VikingContact 7 and Finnish Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3. Updated last year Pirelli Ice Zero FR Russian production.

Well, we had to come to Sweden twice. The first time we sat for a week, having rolled back the entire test program on the snow and ice. And then, in April, the brake paths on the wet and dry asphalt were measured on the wagon on the wet and dry asphalt, and they appreciated the acoustic comfort and smoothness. Well, then, using the traditional system for transferring results to points, summed up.

In the next large test of "Shipovok" we collected six kits of 15-inch tires from Western and Eastern manufacturers. Some among the visa is the experience and the latest technologies, others have the will to victory and affordable prices. Whose will take?

This time we chose one of the most running dimensions - 195/65 R15, which suits many small and inexpensive cars. Different markets, different understanding of the product, different design schools. What distinguishes the tires from the east and west apart from each other, what are their strengths and weaknesses and what to pay attention to the Russian buyer?

Summer tire tests:

Recently, tire sizes in the primary configuration of cars have increased significantly. The time of tires R13 175/70 for Zhiguli, now in the priorities of "huge lapties". This is due to the latest tenders in the world and increased demand for SUV cars. Unforgett test, in which the employees authenthore experienced native sizes for Tiguan 215/65 R17 and 255/45 R19. In the first size, 6 models were released on the starting grille, the second size was presented with 5 models.

Models in different sizes differ, because Most tires in large sizes are made in UHP format. These changes dictate the sporty style of large wheel sizes.

The cheaper tires, the easier it is the choice? No more complicated! We tested twelve sets of summer tires with dimension of 185/60 R14 for the most affordable cars. And not only put all the participants in places, but also found out how an attempt to save when buying can turn around.

Tires 185/60 R14 buy, as a rule, owners of Lada cars and elderly cars. For tire manufacturers, small sizes do not pose a lot of interest due to low profitability. Decent novelties in this segment are rare. However, Shinniki, who seriously take care of the image, try to improve though from year to year, although quite successful models.

We are experiencing summer tires with dimension of 195/65 R15 for relatively inexpensive cars and observe how their characteristics have changed dramatically over the past ten years.
Now even small and inexpensive cars roll off the conveyor on 15-inch wheels. Many Russians and quite expensive cars put "spots" with a profile higher - they are preferable on our roads. Shinniki, for which income more depends on the sizes of tires sold than on their quantity, the budget dimensions are indifferent. New offers at least in the seventeen inches segment, and the Momericks are sluggish, usually slightly reducing the rolling resistance.
Nevertheless, there are companies for which the Russian market is very important, and they are literally fighting for leading positions, every year "shlifuya" their products, trying to get out of competitors in the coupling properties on dry and wet coatings. Therefore, intrigue in our tests is always.

This year, the number of tire new products declined noticeably, however, market leaders still presented the latest models in the Russian market

While the automotive market in the crisis, tire manufacturers also have to be not easy, but to a lesser extent - after all, their products are in demand not only for new cars, but also for the "secondary". Now almost everyone has riselled, including tires, - in direct dependence on the rise in price of components. To keep the rise in prices within reasonable limits (7 - 15%) manifested manufacturers who have plants and suppliers of raw materials in Russia. This allows the buyer not to move to the purchase of tires to the class below and remain consumer of the products of eminent manufacturers. The summertime of summer innovations covers models mainly by such firms. Recall, the German Continental has localized production in Kaluga, French Michelin - in the Moscow Region, Finnish Nokian Tyres - in Leningrad, Italian Pirelli - in Voronezh and Kirov, and Japanese Yokohama - in Lipetsk.

Continental

Concern Continental released the ContipRemiUmcontact 5. Model 5. It provides the widest coverage of car classes - from microllers to large sedans and crossovers, only 60 options for sizes and execution. A new rubber mixture, thoughtful drainage and 3D-laminating allow the bus to combine excellent handling and efficient braking both dry and on wet asphalt. And the special "quiet" jumpers in the tread provide a low noise level.

Continental did not leave without attention and the recently originated segment of hybrid vehicles. Especially for them was created by the CONTI.ECONTACT, combining outstanding efficiency - due to low rolling resistance - with high coupling properties on the wet asphalt (premium level AA on the new Euromarcirovka). Target audience: Opel Ampera, BMW 5 ActiveHybrid, Lexus LS 600H and Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid.

Hankook.

Hankook has implemented advanced technologies to "civilian" high-speed models, running in the DTM series races. It did not exception and the released SUV version of the Ventus S1 EVO2 tire. Its two-layer frame optimally distributes the pressure in contact with the road, the three-layer structure of the tread blocks ensures the effective transmission of longitudinal and transverse forces, an effective heat sink eliminates overheating and reduces wear. New silicone components in the rubber mixture allow the tire to combine high coupling properties on a wet road with low rolling resistance, and therefore with economy.

Michelin.

Michelin has significantly expanded the coverage of class SUV: 23 new Latitude Sport 3 tire sizes have appeared, some of them are represented with Run Flat technology (Zero Pressure). In the third generation of this tire increased grooves for water removal, an innovative rubber mixture that provides grip on wet coatings and efficiency, as well as a reinforced frame, due to which resistance to damage and durability. High levels of consumer properties of Latitude Sport 3 made many manufacturers of crossovers and SUVs to approve it as a primary configuration.

Nokian.

Nokian Tyres This season also emphasized on SUV modifications, released the reinforced versions of Hakka Blue and Hakka Black. Basically, innovation is aimed at strengthening the sidewall by introducing aramid fibers (analogue used in body armor, technology has come according to conversion), as well as to improved water removal from the contact stain due to developed drainage grooves. Nokian has a novelty and in the budget sector - Nordman S SUV. It is adapted to gross irregularities of broken roads, the protector has a good self-cleaning, including the stones jams. In the sandy and dirt roads will be useful to be used, and the protection of the rib of the disk will save it from damage with a dense parking to the curb. Thus, Finns continued the tradition of increasing tire resistance to damage to bad roads and all-weather - adaptability to ride in a complex climate in the period from early spring to late autumn.

Pirelli.

Pirelli has released a new Cinturato P7 Blue model, which refers to the discharge of eco-tires and demonstrates low rolling losses, thereby providing fuel economy and minimal levels of harmful emissions, and also differs by low noise. It is important that the developers managed to defeat the so-called conflict of objectives - to ensure a high level of contradictory properties. In this case, Cinturato P7 Blue demonstrates, along with ecology, a high level of security: very well slows down on wet asphalt. This is reflected in the new European labeling the highest Rating AA. The novelty has sufficiently high speed indices and is intended for installation on a wide range of passenger cars. In particular, AUDI approved Cinturato P7 Blue for primary configuration.

Yokohama.

The Japanese Yokohama company has its own BlueArth ecological concept, and the AE-01 light tire has become its next embodiment into the serial model. In the new composition, the components are mixed at the level of nanoparticles, which avoids excess heat generation and ensure excellent grip on the wet road, as well as high wear resistance. The compound added an unusual ingredient - orange oil obtained from citrus fruit peel. This makes the tread material more elastic, improving contact density with expensive, especially with uneven asphalt. This improves the grip, and the wear of the tire does not increase. The construction of the tire design was carefully engaged in carefully, did not pay attention to even its aerodynamic properties. The sidewall design is designed in such a way that when driving is created as few air densities. For example, letters are made not protruding, but as depressed. It would seem a trifle, but of such components there is a noticeable reduction in rolling resistance, respectively, the fuel consumption and the amount of harmful emissions into the atmosphere decrease.

Fifteen tires for small cars are the most massive. Most of the class B and even from Europe are sold in our market mainly in the budget "fifteenth" size. And it's not only at lower prices of such shoes. On our roads, tires with a higher profile are more comfortable and more durable. Moreover, they protect the suspension consumables (ball supports, silent blocks, shock absorbers) from high shock loads, extending their lives.

What and how much?

Alas, new products in budget dimensions. New developments in this segment are economically unprofitable, therefore it is very rare. Shinniki, as a rule, longer hold inexpensive small-sized models on the conveyor, rather than larger. Some companies slightly reproduce the tires composition of the mixture and other materials, and often not so much for the sake of improving the characteristics, how much to reduce production costs.

The highest price bar hold top, but no longer new models (3600 rubles per piece) Czech production and Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance (3400 rubles), made in Germany. Slightly cheaper you can buy Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde tires (3150 rubles) manufactured in Turkey, and a completely fresh model of Nokian Hakka Green 2 (3200 rubles) of domestic production. The latter, by the way, can boast not only Russian citizenship, but also an increased load index: 95.

The average price segment opens more democratic tires (2,800 rubles) - the real Japanese and renovable tire coated Hankook Kinergy ECO of Korean development, but produced in Hungary. A little cheaper will cost a fresh model of Nordman SX 2 (2700 rubles) of Russian production and Kumho Ecowing ES01 (2600 rubles), made in China.

We could not refuse to our readers in the request to test Chinese products - they are the Tire Champiro FE1 of the company GT Radial, which can be bought for 2,200 rubles. And closes the test dozen Belarusian Belshina Artmotion, it is BEL-261. Its average price in online stores is 2100 rubles per piece.

The test machine was assigned a "Czech" named Skoda Octavia. Tests were performed at the AvtoVAZ test site, near Togliatti. The time is hot August and September 2016. Air during tests warmed up to 22-37 degrees.

Funshit on the polygon

The initial exercise is an assessment of fuel economy. Previously, it is necessary to warm up the tires, as well as the aggregates and knots of the car. On each set of tires we drive ten kilometers across the speed ring. In parallel, we estimate the course stability of the machine at high speed (up to 130 km / h), the smoothness of the stroke and inner noise.

Pale all in this test looked Belshina, Cordiant, GT Radial and Matador. Remarks are different: from a wide "zero" (the car walks out of side to the side with the constant position of the ram) and the lack of informativeness of the steering to delays in the reactions of the machine, the need to rotate the steering wheel to large angles when the course is adjusted and even dangerous rear axle is adjusted. . For coursework stability, this four earned only six points.

Measurement measurements are carried out in glacial weather on a horizontal two-kilometer road section, several times repeating races in both directions to neutralize the possible effect of even a light breeze.

GT Radial and Matador tires gave odds to everyone else, including those that were in our previous tests. The separation from the nearest competitors is 0.2 l / 100 km at a speed of 60 and 90 km / h. The most immodest Octavia showed Cordiant tires: the leaders' lag was 0.3 l / 100 km at 60 km / h and 0.5 l / 100 km at 90 km / h.

After measurements, we make a four-kilometer loop on the service roads of the landfill, continuing to evaluate the comfort on various irregularities - from seams and cracks on the asphalt to serious chosen. Each set of tires rolling strictly one by the same route and at the same speed.

In the smoothness of the stroke, there was no equal Hankook tires - the desirable OCTAVIA in them is softerly passes road irregularities. Almost all the other tires earned seven and six, and the GT Radial tires and here were the most uncomfortable - they are transferred to the controls and seats of vibration from cracks and road seams, causing a trembling on rough asphalt, and also skip hard shoes from any irregularities.

Then we turn with the asphalt to the primer with a slope of 12%, where we appreciate the confidence of the troggy and movement in the rise. We repeat the passages with different degrees of bucks to evaluate the clutch drop at the time of breaking the wheels in the slip. This exercise is optional, its results are not included in the overall test. We hold it at the request of our readers - to understand how the tires behave on the primer.

Better than the rest on the ground rise "row" Cordiant and Matador. And more than others are dropped, losing cravings, GT Radial, Hankook, Kumho, Pirelli and Toyo. Such roads are clearly not their bitch.

Stop, car!

There is a turn to lose the wheels about the asphalt. Since on each set of tires will have to perform several exercises, begin with the test, during which the protector is erased to the minimum degree - from braking on wet asphalt. The trajectory before measurements thoroughly purify from dust and small pebbles with twenty-grade braking at non-verbal tires.

On a wet road, Nokian tires were best shown: the Oktavia brake path was 26.2 meters. No more than half the meter on it rigged into the tires Continental, Goodyear and Pirelli. The longest brake path gave Belshina: 31 meters. The difference with the leader is more car housing!

The next day is braked on dry asphalt. Once again, clean the coating before measurements. On each set of tires, it is braked five to six times from a speed of 103-105 km / h, and measure the braking route with a drop of speed from 100 to 5 km / h (according to such a scheme, the brake properties of cars and tires are the entire car world). And one more important difference between the "dry" braking from "wet": cool the brakes longer - you need to lengthen the cooling loop by several hundred meters.

Here, Pirelli is broken here with a result of 37.5 meters. Nokian is inferior to almost meter, Continental and Goodyear - 0.4 and 0.3 meters, respectively. Belshina again in Outsiders: With a result of 42.9 meters, it loses the leader almost five and a half meters.

Playing checkers

Rearruding, or change of traffic, is an exercise that imitating extreme maneuvering. The most common cause of a sharp change of strip is an unexpected obstacle that comes from. Usually come across this in completely unexpected places when only one way out remains - dramatically rebuilt. In this exercise, a complex of transverse coupling properties and insistence of tire characteristics, clarity of the car reactions on tires data are estimated.

The dimensions of the test corridor dictated life: on our roads the standard lane width is three and a half meters. But in the weekend we find the corridor cones so that with every attempt the car went through the same trajectory. It is necessary to rebuilt on the next strip on the path of only 12 meters long (in the past this, which was determined by the Soviet GOST).

Tesser's task - to choose the maximum possible exercise rate. The car should not bring down a single cone, which are limited by the lanes. The speed in the input corridor in the same point measures the impartial VBOX. And the test driver during extreme maneuvering evaluates handling.

Usually, on each set of tires, the test takes 15-20 approaches, reaching the maximum speed and trying to repeat the limit result, in order to make sure that it is not accidental.

On the wet transposition Octavia was the fastest on the Goodyear tires (69 km / h). "Support Group" - Pirelli and Continental, on which the speed of execution of the maneuver fell only by 0.5 km / h. The most leopard - Belshina (61 km / h), and it was a tire of GT Radial (61.5 km / h).

Nokian tires won on dry asphalt - 69.7 km / h. The smallest is behind Continental - 69.1 km / h. And at the opposite end - again Belshina with a result of 65.9 km / h.

After checking the "extreme" manageability on a dry road, the alignment has changed a bit. The eights were awarded the same tires as on a wet road, - Nokian, Nordman, Pirelli and Toyo. And the Hankook joined them. It is noteworthy that the behavior of the Tires GT Radial on the dry road experts were assessed significantly higher (seven points) than on wet. Loom-speakers in such conditions were Belshina and Matador, which earned only six points: delays in reactions, large steering angles, excess turning (tendency to drift) in the second corridor.

Rules Ball

This season, we slightly upgraded the system of counting the final points.

Previously, the minimum brake path "weighed" 180 and 160 points for wet and dry coatings, respectively, and maximum speed at the rearrangement was 160 and 140 points. Now the "waving" is as follows: the maximum for assessing the brake properties is 260 and 240 points (for wet and dry coatings), and for the limiting speed on the rearrangement - 80 and 60 points. As a result, the ratio of brake properties and manageability turned out to be more balanced and logical in terms of safety. The total "weight" of the brake path on the wet asphalt and dry now is 500 points, and the "weight" of the car behavior during maneuvering - 330 points: this is the sum of the "scales" of the speed at the rearrangement (80 + 60 \u003d 140 points), control rate estimates (80 + 60 \u003d 140 points) and evaluating course stability (50 points).

Due to such changes in the system of final counting, we decided to reduce the border for the title of "good tires" - now it is 840 points.

What is mine in the ranking?

The first and second place shared tires and Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde, who scored 932 points. These tires are practically devoid of flaws.

Two more tires have made their way to the category of excellent students (900 points and more) - Hankook Kinergy ECO (910 points) and Nordman SX 2 (904 points). The first one deserves the epithet "The Soft Test Bus", and the second will argue with leaders in handling during extreme maneuvers. The modest price with an excellent outcome result - advantageous purchases!

In the seventh and eighth places there are very good Toyo Proxes CF2 and Kumho Ecowing ES01 tires, scored 892 and 882 points, respectively. Their main drawback is a low level of comfort. If this indicator is not fundamentally important, then ... why not?

The ninth and tenth places are divided by Cordiant Sport 3 and Matador Elite 3, the gooders of our test. They have a lot in common: both tires - the third generation, Russian production and both scored 859 points. And the disadvantages are similar: modest coupling properties and complex handling with extreme maneuvers. But if without fanaticism, you can quite ride. Moreover, Matador is more seductive, since it is cheaper and contributes to saving fuel.

Another good one who scored 848 final points is the GT Radial Champiro FE1 tire. Noisy and tough, does not like extreme maneuvers on a wet road, but saves fuel in any modes no worse than Matador. Yes, and sold inexpensively.

Our rank tabel completes - both in the price and technical sense - frankly budgetable Belshina Artmotion (811 points). However, at the same time it turned out to be better in terms of price and quality ratio. In other words, not so much this tire is worse than competitors as cheaper.

Test results

Actual seasonal rubber tests that appear in the media are usually held last season, in a place with suitable climatic parameters, after which they are published on the eve of the next season.

This year, the first publicly available materials were the tests of summer rubber pairs of British publications, namely: "EVO" and "Auto Express". A little later, materials from the European Alliance ACE / GTU / ARBO and the South Korean Union of Consumers Daejeon Consumer Union came out. Next for them appeared tests of the German Adac Club

Consumer magazine "Avtodel", as always a comparative test of summer tires, comparing the results of various test schools and comparing them with what is promised in the description of specific tire models for cars. We will compare not all participants in the tests, but only those that "lit up", at least in two instances. But first directly about the test methods in each of the expert communities.

Magazineevo.

The British from EVO edition experienced summer tires of size 225/45 R17. The car on which the races were carried out, became the "hot" hatchback Volkswagen Golf GTI, simultaneously embodied practicality with a sharp character. The choice of the car was not random. All covers covered by the magazine "EVO", one way or another, are positioned like tires with a sports character, and individual options claim to be rubber for tracks days. The results of objective tests using measuring equipment and mathematical calculations amounted to 60% of the final assessment, and the remaining 40% fell on subjective assessments of pilots in disciplines that had different priority. In each test, the best tire received 100%, and the estimates were put on the basis of the difference with the winner.

Test races took place in Italy - on the European Briton Briton. The program included the passage of a circle of wet and dry asphalt, braking on a dry and wet coating, an assessment of economy and aquaplamination with a seven millionth water layer on the asphalt, as well as tests at the level of comfort on the road with various web flashes (piping, hatches, lying police).

AUTO EXPRESS Magazine

The colleagues of the magazine "EVO", also the British from the publication "Auto Express" were evaluated by summer tires for nine parameters, and also behind the hand "Golf" of the seventh generation, but not GTI, and in the civil modification, why tire test kits were popular dimension 205/55 R16. The measurements were carried out at the IDIADA polygon in Spain with the support of the Korean bus brand Hankook.

All tires were purchased in the wholesale market, after the manufacturers named topical models that should be illuminated in the test. As in the "EVO" test, the best tire in each discipline received 100%, and the results of the others were determined depending on the lag from the leader. Handling on the wet surface was estimated at the 1.5-kilometer track IDIADA, covered with a 1-mm water layer. The circle consisted of high-speed vizewings and rapidly changing directions. After ten attempts on each tire, the average time was determined. Side stability was measured on a circular track with a diameter of 27.5 meters, where the car accelerated, adhering to the inner edge of the track until the nose began to take away to the side. To count the brake path, a series of slowdowns under the supervision of equipment was performed. Measurements of the level of resistance to the aquaplaning were carried out on a canvas with six millimeter layer of water. In addition, IDIADA employees checked the noise level in the cabin, but the degree of resistance to rolling was calculated already at the Hankook technological center in Korea. It is noteworthy that all tires were purchased in the wholesale market, after the manufacturers called current models, interesting to participate in the test.

Alliance ACE / GTU / Arbo

European TRIADE ACE / GTU / ARBO, consisting of German Society for Technical Supervision (GTÜ), Europa Automotive Club (ACE) and Austrian Autoclub Arbö "Railed" 12 sets of summer tires of the same dimension as experts "AUTO EXPRESS", that is, 205/55 R16. But if in the previous two tests, the carrier of the tire was Golf, albeit in different modifications, then the ACE / GTU / ARBO program used the new peugeot 308. The races took place at the Polygon in France. The brake path on the wet surface was considered at a slowdown from 80 to 1 km / h, on dry - from 100 to 1 km / h. Side stability was calculated in the middle of the circle time on the track with a diameter of 90 m. Handling on dry and wet surface - the circle time plus a subjective assessment of tire behavior. Noise - noise at a speed of 80 km / h (dB). Resistance to rolling - measurements on the stand with a load of 5 586 H and air pressure 2.1 bar. According to the results of the test, the test tires experts were divided into three groups: "Very recommended", "recommended" and "conventionally recommended". Four models fell into the first group, in the second - six and the third - the remaining two.

Korean Union of Consumers Daejeon Consumer Union

The Korean Union of Consumers Daejeon Consumer Union - paid attention to six emergence of summer seasonality of 205/55 R16. Under the "Ekoshinov" understand the "green" tires with low rolling resistance and, as a result, less fuel consumption and CO2 emissions into the atmosphere. In particular, the tests were involved: Bridgestone Ecopia EP100A, Goodyear GT-Eco Stage, Hankook Enfren Eco H433, Kumho Ecowing S, Michelin Energy Saver + and Nexen N "Blue Eco. At the same time, Koreans did not point out the place of each model, but simply told about the merits and disadvantages of each tire.

Among other things, Koreans conducted a durability test. The measurement was carried out according to the ECE-R30 standard, that is, the tires had to withstand as much time as possible at a certain level of loads, which depends on the speed index. The most durable turned out to be Nexen, and the faster "surrendered" Goodyear and Kumho.

In the dough on acoustic comfort in the Daejeon Consumer Union measured the noise level on the uneven surface. Separately measured low-, medium and high-frequency noise. As a result, bridgestone became the best tires with the best tires, which showed almost the same result as NEXEN.

In tests for mechanical comfort, several parameters were assessed, and very sophisticated. The role was played by the details such as horizontal and vertical steering vibrations, as well as vibrations transmitted through the seat. The average noise level (in dB) was also determined. According to the results of calculations, Hankook was the most comfortable. The shortest braking path from 100 km / h on a wet surface was demonstrated by Michelin. At the same time, a system for determining braking efficiency in accordance with standards, which are used in Korea during tire classification.

Of the six tested tires with the most energy efficient steel Hankook. At the same time, the experts noted that Michelin although they differ in a slightly higher rolling resistance, the car on the wet road is stopped faster than all other tires, as a result of which they ensure the highest level of security. At the same time, the average cost of Hankook tires in Korea is 124,000 won, that is, they are attractive not only fuel savings, but also a relatively low price.

In addition, the tests have shown that the Kumho tires have a low degree of rolling resistance, affordable price and sufficiently high braking efficiency on a wet road, that is, the results of these tires can be considered decent.

Nexen distinguished themselves as best high speed strength, despite the fact that these are the cheapest tires among tested. It is the price that led Michelin, which, at the same time, as already mentioned, are the best in terms of safety on a wet road.

ClubADAC

German automotive club Adac Let a somewhat later than the rest of the test released its materials, but in total, it swept 35 sets of summer rubber, having experienced 16 versions of the size of the size of 185/60 R14 and 19 of the tires of extremely popular type - 205/55 R16. Moreover, the peculiarity of the last test was that there were several pairs of tire models of one brand. In each pair, one tire belongs to the category "Green", and the second to the class "Comfort". The result was very curious: on the wet coverage, the so-called eco-tires invariably show weaker results than ordinary summer tires from the same brand, but at the same time the environmental and economic advantages of the "green" tires can actually be barely catchy.

Comparative part of the 2015 Summer Type Test

Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 - Summer Tires, Test

Official information

Describing Bridgestone Ecopia EP100A, the manufacturer claims that, thanks to the advanced technology of the company, their tire has reduced rolling resistance and at the same time has excellent brake properties. Ecopia - a tire, which was the embodiment of slogan - One Team, One Planet (one team, one planet). According to the results of comparative tests, it turned out that the ECOPIA EP100A tires consume fuel by 3.1% more efficiently compared to conventional tires.

Optimal contact with road surface. Uniform distribution of pressure over the entire surface of the tire, which made it possible to reduce energy flow in the upper layer of rubber. Using the additives of the polymer and silicon of the modified structure, the rubber mixture was performed perfectly reduced to rolling resistance, and thus reduce malicious gas emissions. It was possible to ensure the wonderful running quality of the car, as well as to improve the stability of the aquaplaning using a specially designed tread pattern.

TEST RESULTS

Ecopia EP100A is a new line of summer tires with "green" eco-characteristics in the model range of the Japanese company Bridgestone. In the tests of this year, Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 tire drove in the tests of Korean Daejeon Consumer Union and the German Adac Club. In both cases, on a set of properties, the new brand Bridgestone presented itself poorly. The Germans gave her 13 out of 19 possible positions, writing to the group "Satisfactory." However, if you understand the nuances, it turns out that everything is not so bad. German experts praised Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 for low fuel consumption and good behavior on dry asphalt. That is, in key disciplines, for the eco-segment model, the Japanese model spoke confidently. Adac was dressed in the Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 tire for non-serious behavior on wet coverage, as well as severe wear. And this, by the way, is very serious. Is it worth the game of the candle? Let Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 even require less fuel, but if the wear resistance of the tire is weak, then the task of savings can be closed with negative efficiency. Koreans from Daejeon Consumer Union, experiencing precisely "green" tires, on the background of rivals, considered Bridgestone Ecopia EP100 wasteful. In addition, the purchase price, relative to other tires, do not name low.

Tested: adac, daejeonconsumerunion.

Bridgestone Turanza T001 - Summer Tires, Test

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The Turanza T001 model in Bridgestone is represented as a premium bus for travel, which absorbed all the best from the previous ER300 and allegedly become even more reliable and maneuverable, especially when overcoming large distances and movement at high speeds. BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T001, according to the Japanese, should provide luxurious driving, combining the optimal balance between comfort and handling.

TEST RESULTS

The BRIDGESTONE TURANZA T001 summer tire has fallen in two tests this year: AUTOEXPRESS AND TESTS OF ADAC Club, despite the fact that the Turanza T001 model is no longer called young. And we can say that in each of the tests, the Japanese tire spoiled above average. British journalists noted that they were able to perform at one level with tires from premium brands Continental and Michelin, and still praised for low rolling resistance, lightening for the braking dynamics. German testes also awarded the Japanese tire with a "good" rating by putting it on the sixth place. The Germans liked the balance and cumulatively qualitative behavior both on wet and dry coating.

Continental ContipRemiumContact 5 - Summer Tires, Test

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Continental ContiPremiUmcontAct5 is an exploratory tire, which combines in seckomof and safety itself most highly. This is the flagship of the bus model range of the company, and therefore the manufacturer boasted technologies and high quality.

Continental ContiPremiUmcontAtt5no Class TirePremium, for passenger cars of various types, starting with compact models and ending with full-sized sedans. There is an extraordecade brake path with dry impere road, low rolling resistance, excellent performance characteristics. Comfortable handling.

Improved clutch with an expensive busContinental Conti Premium Contact5 is achieved through the use of macroblocks that provide an enlarged contact spot. 3D grooves helps to reduce the braking path, while wide ribs on the inner and outer shoulder increase the grip on the wet road.

The new geometry of longitudinal grooves prevents aquaplaning even at high speeds. The flatter contour of the sinusposses the uniform wear and enlarged cost, and the cross-visual location of the grooves allows to reduce the noise.

The use of a solid rubber mixture in the sidewall of the side makes the tire more rigid and reduces the deformation, the time as the shoulder part remains more flexible and helps to reduce the rolling resistance. Thus, the movement becomes more comfortable.

TEST RESULTS

German tires Continental ContiPremiUmcontAct 5 drove in the British, both German and the All-Eway Test Summer Rubber. According to the results of the British races from AUTOExpress, the ContiPremiUMContact 5 tires were in the fifth place that for the Continental rubber commensurately with failure, since they always were always included in the top 3. The established result, journalists of the publication wrote on the rapid progress of the entire industry, when today modern tires, tomorrow wealthy rivals bypass. AUTO EXPRESS magazine did not like braking. Compared to the winner (Dunlop Sport Bloresponse), the brake path was 1.5 meters longer on the wet surface, and two meters on dry. At the same time, according to the British, the Continental is relatively low rolling resistance, but good handling on the wet surface, including at the output of slow turns. The same tire qualities demonstrated on a dry surface, where they provide a pleasant feed controller and high grip on the front axle. At the same time, Continental turned out to be the most noisy tires in the journal test.

The European Alliance ACE / GTU / ARBO does not share such categorical. They have become the second tires, having deserved the rating "very recommended". And in domestic testsContiPremiUmcontAct 5 was on the pedestal, however, if in size 185/60 R14, they became the best (first place), then in tires tires 205/55 R16 lost to the victory of Michelin Primacy 3 and Silver Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance. However, comments, regardless of the position alone: \u200b\u200b"Very recommended", extremely balanced tires, excellent behavior on a wet and dry surface.

Dunlop Sport Bloresponse - Summer Tires, Test

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The manufacturer assures that the Light Summer Tire Dunlop Sport Bloresponse is distinguished by almost the perfect balance between excellent coupling characteristics, fuel economy and wear resistance. It is the provision of these indicators that attached great importance in the development of this model. Another characteristic feature is exceptionally widely used. This tire is proposed in more than half a different sizes for wheels with a landing diameter of 14 to 17 inches.

TEST RESULTS

The summer tires Dunlop Sport Bluresponse passed all the disciplines in four instances: ACE / GTU / ARBO, AUTO Express magazine and both ADAC club sizes. In the test of the European Alliance ACE / GTU / ARBO, these tires were awarded "bronze", in the ranking of the ACE / GTU / Arbo magazine, they won at all, in the "small" test of the Adac club, they have silver, and a larger size circle of greater sizes - honorable fourth place and nineteen possible. Despite such a difference of places, albeit very insignificant, the total summary of all experts turned out to be. New 2014 demonstrated brilliant indicators in each of the disciplines, in the aggregate showing an excellent balance.

Tested: ADAC, Auto Express, ACE / GTU / ARBO.

Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance - Summer Tires, Test

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GoodYear on EfficientGrip Performance is boasting a clutch of category A on a wet road (Category A1 for clutch on a wet road is the highest rating indicator according to the EU Regulations) and the abbreviated braking.

ActiveBaking active braking technology improves tire contact with the surface of the road, which makes the braking path shorter than two meters (8%) when driving on wet roads2 and 3% when driving on dry roads 3.

Wearcontrol wear control technology provides optimal combination of clutch indicators on a wet road and low rolling resistance for the entire life of the tire.

The new basic component is based on FuelSaving technology, which reduces the level of tire energy. A reduction in rolling resistance by 18% 4 means improving the efficiency of fuel consumption and reduced consumer costs.

TEST RESULTS

Comparisonly strong tire looks like related for Dunlop Sport Bloresponse, Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance Tire. She also has consistently high places in each of the tests. And all on the pedestals. The first is in ACE / GTU / ARBO tests and seconds in Auto Express measurements and both ADAC tests. And this is not a new model and it has already become the best in some tests of previous years. Objectively, Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance Some of the best summer tires of 2015.

Tested: ADAC, Auto Express, ACE / GTU / ARBO.

Fulda Ecocontrol HP - Summer Tires, Test

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The main advantage of the tires Fulda Ecocontrol HP, on which the manufacturer sharpens - a good combination of price / quality. Tires Fulda must be safe manageability and large mileage at a reasonable price. In addition, economical tires must guarantee a short brake path on a wet and dry road.

TEST RESULTS

Fulda Ecocontrol HP is a tire representing a very popular, even in rich Europe, a segment of more accessible tires of the second echelon. The advantages and disadvantages of this tire rated the testes of ACE / GTU / ARBO and the Adac Club in dimension 205/55 R16. In the national European test ACE / GTU / ARBO, these tires were in the second half of the list, still obtained the rating "recommended". The Adac Club considered their results satisfactory by giving it the seventh line of its rating. An indisputable advantage, according to German experts, was an increased wear resistance, and a weak point - properties on wet asphalt.

Kumho Solus HS51 - Summer Tires, Test

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Korean Kumho manufacturer with the Solus HS51Tite model. Take a place in the premium segment of the bus industry. Asymmetric tread pattern is designed to increase the accuracy of the steering during an aggressive ride manner. The safety of high-speed turns will ensure a whole complex of engineering solutions, some of which is hidden from the eye inside the tire. A new reinforced bus construction ensures the stability of the tread contact spots with a road surface even when performing extreme maneuvers. A rubber mixture of the last generation with a high content of silicon dioxide (silica) ensures the maximum reliable grip on the wet asphalt. Powerful buses of the exterior of the tire rigidly hold the car on the high-speed arc. The four ring drainage channels of Kumho HS51 tires quickly and effectively remove water from the contact spot, not allowing the earliest tire clutch loss from the road due to the water wedge.

Thanks to additional jumpers between the segments of the shoulder external blocks in the Kumho Solus HS51 protector, it was possible to improve the maneuverability of the car during braking (for example, a detour unexpectedly arose on the road obstacle). Two, almost whole, outer ring segments of the tread, allowed to raise the dynamic qualities of the car with powerful accelerations and sharp braking.

TEST RESULTS

Tests of the same instance and Korean tire Kumho Solus HS51 passed. According to the results of the ACE / GTU / ARBO tests, the Kumho tires turned out to be much better than Fulda Ecocontrol HP - the fifth place, against the eighth. But the ADAC experts did not agree with them, honoring Kumho Solus HS51 only the seventeenth lines. It is noteworthy that in comparison with FULDA ECOCONTROL HP, key advantages and disadvantages were diametrically opposite. Kumho Solus HS51 was praised for behavior on wet asphalt, scolded - for a little life cycle.

Tested: ADAC, ACE / GTU / ARBO.

Kumho Ecowing S - Summer Tires, Test

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Kumho Ecowing S tires are manufactured at Kumho factories using electronic quality control of finished products. Kumho Ecowing S is a tire with a symmetric pattern of the tread. It is intended for use on small cars of small and medium class. Kumho Ecowing ES01 KH27 Central Tread Tire Central Zone is made in the form of two longitudinal edges equipped with narrow grooves and cuts. Thanks to them, smoothness is ensured, the softness of the stroke, noise is reduced when rolling the wheel. This central tread area provides good course stability of the car when driving along high speeds. Diagonal cuts help the car more clearly in turns at elevated speed modes. This tire looks like an eco-friendly Hankook Kinergy Eco bus. The brachial zone of the tread checkers provides straightness of the movement, resistance to lateral input, car demolition, provides maximum adhesion with the surface of the road, thanks to a slightly enlarged area of \u200b\u200bcheckers. An alternating size of these side checkers helps to significantly reduce the formation of noise resonance when moving the car.

TEST RESULTS

Another model of the same Korean manufacturer Kumho - Ecowing S is positioned as a summer tire with "green" properties, and therefore they were tested by Korean Daejeon Consumer Union and Adac Club. "In the home" dough Kumho found optimal. They are relatively cheap and well saved during operation. At the same time, Asian experts noticed that the European competitor Michelin Energy Saver + is safer, but still more expensive and more resist rolling. But in the ADAC measurements, Kumho Ecowing S tires deserve only the estimates of "mediocre", earning only the penultimate place. However, German experts found Kumho Ecowing S truly economical tires. They have the lowest fuel consumption among tested models, as well as the most modest wear. The bonus will be worthy smoothness. The picture overshadows except for weak achievements on wet asphalt, which is characteristic of green rubber, and Kumho Ecowing is especially.

Tested: ADAC, Daejeon Consumer Union.

Hankook Ventus Prime2 K115 - Summer Tires, Test

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The manufacturer says that the Ventus Prime 2 K115 model of Hankook is designed for those who are constantly driving. This tire refers to the category "Premium Comfort" (Sounds somewhat strange). It is ideal for comfortable cars, both the middle and the upper price range (this is true - even put on the new S-class W222).

When creating a tireHankook Ventus Prime 2 k115-based priority was safety. This allowed to reduce the brake path on the wet surface by 20% (in comparison with the result of the previous model). Also new technologies of resistance and new materials were also used, and the protector drawing was borrowed from nature and is similar to the teeth of the representatives of the family of predatory feline.

Tire design Hancuck K115

Specially created design of the edges of the blocks located on the outermost shoulder sections made it possible to increase the traction force and give stability when turning turns on a different surface (wet or dry). The protector is designed using MRT technology (Multi-Tread Radius), which guarantees a balanced pressure distribution, thereby ensuring maximum contact with the road surface during any weather.

A rubber mixture consisting of silica, nanoparticles and optimized ends of molecular chains made it possible to increase braking efficiency, reduce rolling resistance and, in general, increase operational qualities. Special design of QUIET RIDE Technology blocks allowed to reduce rolling noise.

Technical Features Tires Hankook Ventus Prime 2 K115

The optimized pressure distribution made it possible to improve the coupling properties on the wet road surface. Using Multi-Tread Radius Technology technology provides the best contact with the road surface, creating optimal controllability and efficient braking on the wet road surface and on sharp turns at high speed.

Improved handling and increased wear resistance. The use of SCCT technology has made it possible to achieve a more uniform load distribution, due to this decreased wear.

The predatory design and asymmetric pattern of the tread, created a combination of increased resistance to aquaplaning with the best handling and excellent feedback.

The "hybrid" composition of the rubber mixture increased the grip on the wet road surface and reduced the fuel consumption.

TEST RESULTS

Hankook Ventus Prime2 K115 Today, perhaps, the most perfect Korean bus, capable of equal to fight the flagship representatives of the first echelon of famous tire companies. It is significant that this rubber is approved for the primary configuration of the Mercedes S-class. In the AUTO EXPRESS test at the Hankook Ventus Prime2 K115proof fourth place, but in the ADAC table only the eighth line (truth out of 19 possible). The first instance praised this tire for everything, except for an increased appetite. Among the minuses noted by the Adac Club, this item is also present, but it is also diluted and not the most confident behavior on the wet road.

Tested: ADAC, Auto Express.

Michelin Primacy 3 - Summer Tires, Test

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The Michelin Primacy 3 tire is designed for a wide range of Middle and Executive Class cars. In comparison with the preceding model, the novelty, according to the manufacturer, provides a higher level of security, improved immediately in three directions: on a dry road, on a wet road and when turning turns. The achieved improvements immediately in three aspects of the safety are reflected in the name of the tire - Primacy 3. In addition to unique coupling properties, the tire is distinguished traditionally high for "Michelin". Indicators are still in two directions: information and fuel efficiency

TEST RESULTS

Michelin Primacy 3 became the leader of the ADAC Club test, byightening eighteen other tires, but was only awarded the seventh line out of ten in the British AutoExpress rating. How to explain this scatter - a mystery. Anyway, German experts did not reveal a none drawback from Michelin Primacy 3, praising their excellent balance, excellent results on dry asphalt and friendly attitude to the environment and the owner's wallet, despite the fact that they do not wear the status of "green" tires. Theer is more important that the AUTO Express journalists began to justify a relatively low position primarily by the lower economy of the French brand's tires. They noted that these Michelin tires spend 2% more fuel than the best Dunlop Sport Bloresponse. At the same time, no other claims for Michelin Primacy 3 in the British did not arise. Situating his comment, they said: "Michelin is also very quiet, and in general it can be said that these are worthy tires that gradually lost to competitors in almost all disciplines, because of which they took only the seventh place."

Tested: ADAC, Auto Express.

Nokian Line - Summer Tires, Test

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Nokian Line Tire Series is designed to provide the driver the greatest comfort and safety on the road. The tire is easily adapted to a sharp change of weather conditions and retains excellent grip on the wet road. To obtain the most complete amount of data, the Nokian developers used fast shooting cameras, on which the interaction of the tire and road canal was able to see in all details. Protective lamellas and wavy grooves contribute to good indicators. New lamellas act in 2 directions. Those that closer to an external and more hard edge support management stability. Labels located closer to the inner shoulder zone lie on each other, providing a smooth shift of the blocks to reduce the working noise and rolling resistance. The wavy structure of the grooves allows water to easily flow into the main drainage grooves.

TEST RESULTS

We all accustomed to the fact that in the tests of winter tires tires under the Nokian banner - in the leaders. As a last resort - on the pedestal. Yes, and the summer tires of the Finnish brand have always performed well. But this year everything turned out otherwise. True, another model - Nokian Line participated in the tests. In Russia, it is not officially represented, but there is a European sales line. Having arrived in French (test ACE / GTU / ARBO) and German land (test ADAC), Nokian Line tires brought average results: Sixth place at ACE / GTU / ARBO (the most middle) and twelfth - in the results of ADAC with a comment "Satisfactory". On dry asphalt, they performed well, on dry - worse. In addition, this tire showed elevated wear. At the same time, in a smaller sizer - 185/60 R14, the ADAC test brought Nokian Line "bronze", and due to balance and durability, as well as on wet asphalt.

Tested: ADAC, ACE / GTU / ARBO.

Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue - Summer Tires, Test

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Pirellicinturato P7 tire is positioned by a manufacturer like a "green" model. It is made of the latest environmentally friendly materials, thereby increasing the level of security when moving on any coatings, and the level of environmental impact is reduced.

New eco-friendly tires Pirellicinturato P7 is the perfect choice for drivers who choose high technology for cars with medium and large engine. Pirellicinturato P7 has the optimal set of characteristics that provide high speed, safety and comfort when driving. Also available in Runflat version.

Pirellicinturato P7 tires are made of environmentally friendly materials and do not contain aromatic oils in the rubber mixture, thereby have a minimal impact on the environment.

They also have an optimal set of characteristics that provide high speed, safety and comfort when driving.

Low noise - in accordance with the norms of Euro 2012, which achieves a high level of acoustic comfort. Tires Cinturato P7 have taken leading positions based on the results of the tests of the car club of Germany and Europe (ADAC) conducted in 2010.

TEST RESULTS

Italian Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue marked in three tests: ACE / GTU / ARBO, AUTO Express and Sixteen ADAC report. In the All-Eway Distribution ACE / GTU / ARBO, this tire has opened a group of challenging places, taking the fourth position. In Auto Express, reaching the tire on the line above is the third place. In ADAC, the tire has achieved a fifth line. The Germans called "Pirelli" very balanced tires, with excellent results on wet asphalt, good position on dry coating and relative wear resistance. The disadvantage was only a loud noise.

Tested: ADAC, AUTOEXPRESS, ACE / GTU / ARBO.

Toyo Proxes T1 Sport - Summer Tires, Test

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The manufacturer says that the summer tires Toyo Proxes T1 Sport are ideally suitable for sports sedans and coupe. Providing extremely accurate control of the machine both on a humid and dry surfaces, the tires have excellent resistance, especially at high speed.

The durable inner edge of the tread with grooves improves braking and reduces the uneven wear of the tire. The central edge gives the car sustainability at high speed and improves its response. The powerful shoulder tire block increases the area of \u200b\u200bthe contact spot with the road and improves the handling and response on the steering wheel. Wide central grooves and canals for water removal reduce the risk of aquaplaning.

The very rigid top layer of the breaker gives the wheel stability at high speed. The solid sidewall provides good handling on the track. The rigid viscose layer gives stability in high speed corners, and an inflexive side filler - a quick response to the steering wheel rotation when moving directly.

The two-component composition of the rubber mixture (not in all sizes), responding to different requests for the internal and outer sides of the tire, provides excellent handling and braking. The mixture of the inner side of the tread improves handling. The external mixture is designed to improve the stability in the turns (allows you to go in a higher speed).

Depending on the width of the tire, two different profiles have been developed. A bus width of 285 mm and more has a wide central edge, which improves the control in the corners and the clutch with the road.

TEST RESULTS

Toyo Proxes T1 Sport tires appreciated only the British - from Evo and Auto Express magazine. In both publications, this tire did not become a pleasant discovery. Middling. They have high rolling resistance. The tires could not stand out in any discipline. The place in tests on the handling on the wet surface was slightly higher than on dry, but informativeness in the latter case, which was curious, was better.

Tested: AUTO EXPRESS, EVO

Vredestein Sportrac 5 - Summer Tires, Test

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New summer tires Vredestein are an updated version of Sportrac 3 tires, who perfectly showed themselves when testing. The company consciously "missed" number 4 in the name of the novelty to avoid possible mixing with the name of the all-season tires Vredestein.Sportrac 5 is absolutely silent and exceptionally comfortable summer tires with excellent indicators of stability and sports profile, which guarantee excellent handling both dry and On wet road surface. The size range of SportRAC 5 allows you to install these tires to more prestigious cars of the middle class.

TireVredestein Sportrac 5 Developed in collaboration with the Italian designer company Giugiaro. Over the past few years, this fruitful cooperation has already led to the creation of such tires as Vredestein Ultrac Cento and Ultrac Sessanta, which are very popular with drivers.

CompanyGIUGIARO Design Developed a tread pattern and labeling on the side surface of the tiresPortRac 5, as well as some significant components. The darkening of the base of all four tread grooves emphasizes asymmetry and gives the tire a sporty look, and the labeling on the side surface complements the unique elegant design. In addition, the Shoulder Shoulder Sportrac 5Mimes the Vredestein logo next to the tread wear indicator.

Excellent handling and long service life.

Unlike SportRAC 3, the tiresportrac 5 is an asymmetric, rather than directional pattern of the tread. The tire also has bending points on the central grooves that provide the necessary flexibility for low rolling resistance and the optimal tire imprint for a uniform pressure distribution on the road surface. This provides uniform wear of the tire and excellent handling both dry and wet road surface.

Tires are not in vain on winter and summer. Depending on the season, rubber must take into account all climatic features. Thus, summer tires produce from more rigid rubber compounds, which provides excellent grip in the warm season. And the longitudinal stripes on the tread allow you to take water from the spots of contact in rainy weather.

Of course, each manufacturer uses its own tire making technology. And answer the question: what rubber it is better to choose, as always, tests and reviews help.

How did the summer tire test

The most important thing to verify all the parameters of summer rubber is the warm season, therefore test Summer Tires 2015 Will be held at the height of the season, when the car owners already acquire tires, and we introduce you to the results of last year's test, which is the most relevant in the summer season of 2015.

It is well known that the most reliable results of the tests in Russia publish two editions - " "And" " To compile our tens, we took the weighted average results of two expert laboratories. Professionals evaluated handling, braking on wet and dry surface, coursework, noise and driver's comfort.

Summer tire rating 2015 sizes R15, R16, R17

Summer tire rating 2015 The year opens the economical French tires. The pluses of tires are excellent braking, good handling, course stability, as well as relatively low fuel consumption. Among the disadvantages are rigidity of rubber and not better handling on wet asphalt.

The average price of the tire R15 / R16 / R17 - 3400/4500/7100 rubles.

Tires are made in the Philippines. Main advantages: good course stability, excellent braking on any type of coating, reducing fuel consumption. Disadvantages of this rubber - its rigidity and rather complex handling on the wet road.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 2900/3200/5100 rubles.

Japanese tires refers to the category of expensive. Pluses Turanza T001: Course stability and an excellent result when braking on any coating. Cons Rubber: a slightly increased noise, manageability is lower than that of competitors in this price class, as well as rigidity.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 3500/3900/7000 rubles.

Good Russian-made rubber belongs to the middle class. Pluses of tires: Excellent course stability and high results when braking on any coating. Among the minuses experts mentioned minor comments in terms of comfort and manageability.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 2400/2800/5100 rubles.

Japanese tires are available in R16 and R17 radii. Pluses of rubber: Good handling on dry coating, as well as excellent braking on any road. Cons - improving fuel consumption, noise and small comments of experts to the course stability, smoothness and manageability on a wet road.

R16 / R17 - 3500/5900 rubles.

The advantages of this Hungarian rubber are excellent braking on all types of coating, fuel economy. Cons of tires are minor comments on handling, comfort and course stability.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 3300/4100/5500 rubles.

Pluses of tire data are excellent results when braking on any coating, clear course stability, excellent handling and efficiency. Among the minuses experts celebrated some comments to comfort and manageability on the wet road.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 3200/3900/7000 rubles.

The top three dozens leaders in which the most important summer tires of 2015, closes the "premium" model from Nokian. The advantages of the novelties are the best result in braking on wet coverage, understandable handling and clear course stability. Disadvantages of tires are minor comments on comfort.

R15 / R16 / R17 - 2800/3600/6200 rubles.

Italian tires have a lot of advantages - positive feedback, excellent braking, understandable handling, as well as term stability on any type of coating. Minor comments of experts concerned driving comfort.

R16 / R17 - 3700/7000 rubles.

Best summer tiresbypassed competitors in many positions. Pluses Primacy 3 is the highest vehicle rearrangement, magnificent braking, best handling and course stability. Among the minuses experts celebrated only minor comments to comfort.

R16 / R17 - 4000/8000 rubles.