The crossover tire rating is the professional choice. Comparison of summer tires for crossovers In conclusion, an interesting video

Despite the fact that there is still enough time before the end of winter, many are interested in the question of new products for the summer season of 2017. When choosing summer tires, motorists pay the utmost attention to the safety of operation on wet and dry asphalt, and a high level of comfort.

Nokian hakka blue 2

The Nokian brand is one of the popular brands. Finnish tires on tire tests carried out have shown high performance more than once. The manufacturer pays great attention to innovative technologies that are actively used in tire modeling.

Representative of the new generation Hakka Blue 2 from the Nokian brand is designed to provide safety and endurance on the road surface from early spring to the first frost. When designing this tire, various technologies were used that made it possible to achieve the tasks set.

The asymmetrical pattern is a characteristic feature of the entire Hakka Blue family. It improves the comfort of the tire, making it more responsive to steering maneuvers.

According to the European marking for grip on wet roads, the tire belongs to class "A". Dry Touch 2 lamellas effectively remove water from the contact patch. The aquaplaning indicator on the tread looks like a drop. If it “disappears”, it indicates that the tread depth has become less than 4 mm.

The rubber compound contains pine oil, it was this component that allowed to reduce friction and temperature while driving, which had a positive effect on wear resistance and fuel consumption.

The heavy-duty tire construction gives the breaker the required rigidity while remaining lightweight. This allows for improved maneuverability even at high speeds. In addition, a more rigid structure protects against mechanical damage to the tire, which contributes to a longer service life.

Below are the standard sizes and approximate cost of the Hakka Blue 2 from Nokian:

Nokian Nordman SX2

Another novelty from Nokian - Nordman SX2 This is the second generation tire that replaces the Nordman SX. The manufacturer offered a product capable of providing excellent grip and handling. The rugged tire construction is able to withstand strong mechanical stress without deformation.

Among the innovations that were used to create this model are a special compound composition, venture grooves, Silent Groove Design (helps to reduce noise inside the cabin). There is also an information area on this model, where you can record the pressure when changing a tire.

Below are the sizes and approximate prices for the Nordman SX 2 from Nokian:

Bridgestone Dueler A / T 001

The flagship of the tire industry is rightfully considered the Japanese corporation Bridgestone, which has prepared a number of new products, two of them are designed for crossovers. One could get acquainted with one novelty at the Paris exhibition, which took place in the fall. Dueler A / T 001, this is the name given to the new tire, designed for off-road use.

This is a novelty for the summer 2017 season for SUVs and crossovers. It has an aggressive tread pattern that provides confident off-road behavior. Despite the deep grooves and large blocks, the tire offers a number of comfort benefits.

Dueler A / T 001 tires from Bridgestone are only expected in our market, so prices and sizes are not yet known.

Bridgestone Alenza 001

The second novelty is the ALENZA 001. It is also a high performance tire designed for premium crossovers. The developers gave it a sporty focus, strengthened the sidewall. It behaves superbly on dry and wet roads. The innovative UltimatEYE technology is designed to improve tire grip on wet surfaces. The model uses silica which reduces rolling resistance.

For adhesion characteristics on wet asphalt it has a class "B" according to the European marking.

ALENZA 001 tires from Bridgestone are only expected in our market, so the cost and size are not known.

Continental PremiumContact 6

When talking about the best tires in the world, one cannot fail to mention the German tire brand Continental. The new PremiumContact 6 tire is designed to bridge the gap between sports cars and sedans that existed until recently.

This is the next generation of the popular PremiumContact 5 passenger car. The new tires combine comfort and sportiness for maximum drive.

The redesigned tread design and the new compound formulation show excellent performance on wet roads, the tires are well balanced and demonstrate high wear resistance and economy.

The novelty from Continental has a high level of comfort with precise steering response. The design was based on the SportContact 6. The UHP asymmetric ribbed tire has improved performance by three percent over its predecessor.

According to Professor Burkhard Wies, Head of Development for Continental in EMEA, the main requirement for the new product was to ensure uncompromising safety. The tire is balanced enough to meet this requirement. It offers maximum comfort, high mileage, low rolling resistance and is dynamic at the same time.

Very effective on wet roads. A short stopping distance is ensured by the composition of the compound, which includes finely dispersed synthetic silica (amorphous silicon dioxide) with a nanoporous particle structure. This component is used as a thickener and enhances the strength of the rubber. Therefore, it is not surprising that this tire is rated "A" for wet grip.

Long shoulder blocks support each other for added traction. The complex structure of the blocks in the shoulder area allows you to carry heavy loads and extremely efficiently enter the side turn.

As with the new summer 2017 tires from Bridgestone, the Continental PremiumContact 6 will be a completely new rubber for our car enthusiast. The cost in standard sizes will be known a little later.

Why is it so important to use summer and winter tires instead of all-season tires? Firstly, the composition of rubber for winter and summer is strikingly different and has different degrees of hardness. Winter soft tires can become simply dangerous at high temperatures, when the adhesion to the road surface is not performed to the required extent, that is, winter tires on hot summer asphalt are really ineffective, therefore they are not included in the tire rating for 16 summer-2017. Secondly, the tread pattern of summer tires is "sharpened" so as to evacuate water and dirt, freeing access to the contact patch, so that adhesion to the road occurs, and safe maneuvering of the vehicle in urban conditions or off-road.

The magazine "Behind the wheel"

In the article, we recall an interesting event that happened recently, when representatives of the magazine "Za Rulem" organized a test of 14 and 16-inch summer tires and made a rating of summer tires r16. All tests took place at the proving ground of the AvtoVAZ concern, a domestic vehicle - Lada Priora, which is equipped with ABS, and also two foreign golf class cars were used. All races were carried out according to a specially worked out mode, the maximum load on the tested tires was offered, because the work was done to get the result.

The test drive took place in two stages, initially the rating of tires for the 16th summer-2017 was formed, and then the rubber was tested for strength with a diameter of 14 inches.

What tires were used for the test drive

• Michelin primacy 3
• Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110
• Toyo Proxes T1-R
• Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
• Bridgestone Turanza T001
• Dunlop Sport BluResponse
• MICHELIN Agilis
• Nokian Hakka Green

We can say that the main task of the test drive is to make a rating of summer r16 tires with a standard size - 205/55 R16, because this is the most popular model for crossovers. The tested products were chosen so that their pricing policy was in the same "weight category", that is, the cost of rubber of this standard size ranges from 2,000 to 5,000 rubles. Experts have identified the benefits of each rubber model. For example, the Russian Cordiant sport 3 tires performed well and passed the tests related to the passage of the dry and wet track, while the pilots noted that little fuel was consumed during the passage of the route. And this positive quality influenced the hit of Cordiant sport 3 rubber in the tire rating for 16 summer 2017.

Toyo proxes CF2 and Nordman SX surprised with their behavior, Bridgestone Ecopia EP200 earned a review as a product with an adequate price-performance ratio and also entered the r16 summer tire rating.

Best premium summer tires identified

1st place: Michelin Primacy 3 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5

2nd place Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110

3rd place: Toyo Proxes T1-R

Topping the tire rating for the 16th summer 2017 Michelin Primacy 3 - tires with high grip qualities on both wet and dry road surfaces. The product is equipped with an asymmetric tread pattern, which significantly ensures the safe maneuverability of the vehicle. The usual tire size: from 16 to 19 inches with a load index from 500 to 800 kg, so the Michelin Primacy 3 is appreciated by owners of medium and premium cars. For Michelin Primacy 3, the year 2015 passed in the areola of popularity, when tires of size 205/55 R16 were tested, and they were recognized as unconditional winners. The Michelin Primacy 3 tire is credited with a number of advantages, which is why it is very often at the top of the r16 summer tire rating.

• Confident handling on wet and dry road surfaces, that is, vehicle movements are predictable.
• Braking distance in accordance with standards.
• There is no effect of longitudinal and lateral aquaplaning, and this positive quality is endowed with almost all tires from the Michelin brand. And this is one of the reasons why they often rank their tires at 16, summer 2017 will be no exception.
• A strong sidewall that allows the crossover to overcome all off-road difficulties without getting dangerous damage and punctures.
• Michelin Primacy 3 - tires with high levels of quietness and ride comfort.

The second place in the summer r16 tire rating is occupied by the Hankook Ventus V12 rubber, which is considered a mass product in the automotive industry; in the Hankook brand product line, you can find about 85 standard sizes with a rim diameter from 15 to 21 inches. Let's announce the main advantages of the Hankook Ventus V12 rubber:

• The V-shaped tread pattern, which is responsible for the grip of the tire on wet surfaces, is why the Hankook Ventus V12 tops the tire rating for 16 Summer 2017.
• Controlled handling on all kinds of road surfaces.
• The product has a steel cord and a double cord made of nylon. And these components increase the life of the tire.
• Good grip.
• Low level of aquaplaning

The best summer tires in the mid-priced category form the tire rating for the 16th summer 2017

During the tests, attention was paid to the different classes of tires designed for the consumer with high and low income. We also identified a list of mid-price tires:

• Bridgestone Turanza T001
• Dunlop Sport BluResponse
• MICHELIN Agilis

The best tires at low prices

• Nokian Hakka Green
• Dunlop SP Sport FM800
• Matador MP 16 Stella 2

Best Summer SUV Tires

Thus, once again the employees of the magazine "Za Rulem" compiled a rating of summer tires r16, described the advantages of this standard size and divided the product even by price scale, so that it would be easier for consumers to navigate the available assortment. Even many models have been attributed with individual characteristics, for example, Goodyear EfficientGrip - the most comfortable rubber, Nokian Hakka Blue - a tire that has become the record for maneuvering at high speeds, Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue endowed with features of directional stability. Having studied the notes on the rating of tires for 16 summer, it is easier to make a choice and purchase the right kit for the rapidly approaching season of high temperatures and heavy rains.

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Summer tires with a diameter of fifteen inches for compact cars are the most widespread on the market, because it is “shoes” of this size that are most often installed on inexpensive cars in Russia (both in the B-class and in the higher segment “C”). Well, the main reason for choosing "fifteen-inch tires" is not so much in their "budget" as in comfort and durability when operating on Russian roads (which in most cases still do not differ in quality). In addition, the "high profile" has a positive effect on the durability of the "consumables" of the chassis (shock absorbers, silent blocks, ball bearings), protecting them from increased shock loads.

Unfortunately, tire makers do not often indulge car enthusiasts with novelties in "budget dimensions" - this is understandable, because "individual" developments and the use of "latest technologies" for such tires are not justified from an economic point of view ... large (although periodically some manufacturers update their "budget products" in terms of the composition of the mixture and other materials - but this, first of all, is done to reduce production costs, well, and, usually, somewhat improves the characteristics of the tires themselves).

Be that as it may, let's try to find out - which of the "fifteen-inch tires" is better to choose by the summer of 2017? To answer this question, we tested a dozen summer tires in the 195/65 R15 size range - from "top-end" to "frankly budget" options.

The upper "price bar" is set by the "middle-aged" tires Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 of Czech "origin" and Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance "originally" from Germany - which are estimated at 3600 and 3400 rubles, respectively. A little cheaper are Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde (3150 rubles), which are produced in Turkey, as well as a fairly "fresh" model Nokian Hakka Green 2 (3200 rubles) with a Russian "residence permit" (having an increased load index - 95).

True Japanese tires Toyo Proxes CF2 and developed in South Korea, but produced in Hungary by Hankook Kinergy Eco, are at the top of the middle price segment - both are offered for 2800 rubles. Slightly less (2700 rubles) ask for "fresh" tires Nordman SX 2 domestic production and made in the Middle Kingdom Kumho Ecowing (2600 rubles).
Far from being a new domestic rubber Cordiant Sport 3, it is located clearly on the border of the budget and mid-price offer - 2500 rubles. The "fresh" tires Matador Elite 3 (2300 rubles), also known as MP 44, produced in Russia, will be cheaper.

Well, the most accessible test participants were the Chinese "shoes" GT Radial Champiro FE1 and Belarusian tires Belshina Artmotion (also known as Bel-261): the former are available at a price of 2,200 rubles, and the latter - 2,100 rubles.

For testing twelve sets of tires, a popular golf-class car was chosen, and they were carried out at one of the southern Russian test sites at a time when the outside air temperature ranged from 22 to 37 degrees Celsius.

Tire testing proceeded according to the already worked out scheme, and the initial exercise was the assessment of fuel efficiency. But for more correctness of the results, it was preceded by the warming up of the tires and components and assemblies of the car itself - for this purpose, a distance of about ten kilometers on the high-speed ring was covered on each of the presented sets. Well, so that these races do not go to waste, during them exchange rate stability at speeds up to 130 km / h, cabin noise and ride smoothness were assessed.

Best in plan directional stability Nokian and Pirelli tires became - the car “dressed” in them distinguished itself not only with clear reactions, but also with an understandable, informative steering wheel. Cordiant, Belshina, Matador and GT Radial proved to be the worst of the rest - these four distinguished themselves by a wide “zero”, low information content of control, delays in the reactions of the car, as well as solid steering angles when adjusting the course.

Measurements fuel efficiency were carried out on a flat two-kilometer stretch of road in calm weather. But even under such conditions, the races in each direction were repeated several times in order to exclude the influence on the final results of absolutely all factors. GT Radial and Matador turned out to be the least "voracious" here - they immediately outstripped their closest pursuers by 0.2 liters per 100 km at 60 and 90 km / h. In turn, the Cordiant tires showed the worst performance: at "city" speeds they lost 0.3 liters to the leaders, and at "suburban" - 0.5 liters.

After these exercises for comfort ratings a four-kilometer loop was overcome along the service areas of the landfill, characterized by various irregularities - from cracks and seams on the asphalt to serious potholes. Moreover, each of the sets of tires was tested along a strictly defined route at the same speed.
Belshina, Toyo and Kumho are louder than others, but they also showed quite a good result. In addition, GT Radial tires were noted for "aircraft hum" when driving on rough asphalt.
Hankook was put on the shoulder blades in smooth running - the car distinguished itself with the softest overcoming of road irregularities on them. The rest of the tires showed themselves a little worse, with the exception of the GT Radial - they became outsiders in this discipline, transmitting vibrations to the controls and seats from the asphalt, and even letting through absolutely all the shocks from any irregularities.

In addition to the main exercises, all sets of tires underwent an additional test that was not included in the overall standings - this is a start and movement uphill with a slope of 12% on a dirt surface. The Cordiant and Matador are most confident on this road, while the GT Radial, Pirelli, Hankook, Toyo and Kumho are constantly skidding, losing traction.

The next test cycle was purely asphalt, where the tires had to “rub against the hard surface”. And the first exercise - braking on wet pavement because here the tread wears out to a minimum. At the same time, the area where the measurements were carried out was thoroughly cleaned of small stones and dust before each race. In addition, one nuance is worth noting here: when the car was moving at a speed of 83-85 km / h and was at a distance of several bodies to the starting point of braking, its wheels were wetted using a mobile spray bottle. The braking distance was measured when the speed was reduced from 80 to 5 km / h, and not to the maximum stop, in order to eradicate interference in the ABS process.
On wet surfaces, Nokian tires showed the leading results, on which it took the car only 26.2 meters to slow down. On Goodyear, Continental and Pirelli tires, he rolled farther by only 0.5 meters, and on Belshina - he even went 31 meters (the difference with the "gold medalist" is more than the body of the car).

Dry braking, also previously cleared of all kinds of debris, was carried out at a speed of 103-105 km / h, but the measurement was carried out when the speed was reduced from 100 to 5 km / h. In this case, Pirelli took the lead with 37.5 meters, while the Nokian, Continental and Goodyear tires lost 1, 0.4 and 0.3 meters, respectively. The outsiders are again Belshina, where the car slowed down as much as 42.9 meters.

The final exercise was “ rearrangements on wet and dry surfaces"- such a maneuver is the most difficult for drivers. Well, they were carried out at the very end for the reason that the rubber here is erased like emery. By itself, the rearrangement is a lane change, in which sharp maneuvering is simulated. And such an exercise is very relevant, because it often has to be used on a regular road when avoiding obstacles that suddenly appear in front of the car. It serves to assess the complex of transverse grip and drift characteristics of tires, as well as the clarity of the car's reactions.
The task of the tester during the rearrangement was to determine the maximum possible speed of its implementation. In this case, the car in this case should not have left the lane bounded by the cones. On wet asphalt, a car “shod” in Goodyear tires drove faster than others when changing lanes - 69 km / h. Pirelli and Continental lost only 0.5 km / h to the leaders, but Belshina and GT Radial were the most "leisurely" - 61 km / h and 61.5 km / h, respectively.
Nokian, Pirelli, Nordman and Toyo got the maximum points for handling on wet surfaces during the rearrangement - on them the car "sported" understandable behavior and clear reactions. But the GT Radial tires frankly did not work out with extreme maneuvering - they unexpectedly carried the car into a skid, and then reluctantly restored the trajectory.
On dry asphalt, Nokian tires were the winner, allowing the car to reach 69.7 km / h. "Silver" went to Continental (69.1 km / h), while Belshina again trudged in the rearguard (65.9 km / h).
The "extreme" handling on dry roads was best done by the same tires as in the similar discipline on wet surfaces, although Hankook also joined them. Another thing is interesting - the GT Radial tires here behaved very predictably, only slightly yielding to the leaders. But the outsiders are Belshina and Matador.

What is the bottom line? After all the tests, the first and second places were shared by the Nokian Hakka Green 2 and Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde tires - which are practically devoid of negative aspects. Well, the third and fourth positions went to Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 and Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance - as a result, four sets of tires were on the “conditional podium”. By the way, there is not much to reproach the "second" for either - all their shortcomings come down to small quibbles of the testers.

The ninth and tenth places were shared by Cordiant Sport 3 and Matador Elite 3 - they can be classified as "satisfactory". They showed inadequate grip and difficult handling when shifting. But if you do not get to the point of fanaticism, then these tires - "quite a decent choice." And from the point of view of economy, Matador are even more attractive - they are cheaper, and even contribute to fuel economy.

Chinese tires GT Radial Champiro FE1 can also be classified as "satisfactory" - they save good fuel and are offered at an affordable price. But they also have enough drawbacks - noise, harshness, low predictability when maneuvering on wet asphalt.

But the Belshina Artmotion tires, despite the most attractive price tag, have closed the “table of ranks”. Although it is worth making a reservation here: despite a whole "bouquet" of shortcomings, the Belarusian "rubber" was ahead of all in terms of value for money. And here we can only say one thing: "they are not so much worse than competitors, as much as they are more affordable."

This year, tire companies continue to offer their customers a variety of passenger car and SUV tire options. Below we will take a closer look at which models you should pay attention to, as well as recall the tires that were successful last year and give some recommendations on the choice of tires.

Decent tires are created every season. We will tell you about the best of them today. Photo: revistadelmotor.es

The most popular tires of this summer

Hankook Ventus V12

It is one of the best-selling tires of the summer of 2017. The number of standard sizes that can be purchased reaches eighty-five pieces. Tire diameters are fifteen to twenty one inches.

The tires of this production have excellent grip on slippery surfaces, and good resistance is created due to the tread pattern with 3 grooves located along the length. In addition, they are stable when driving on wet surfaces, and the steel cord increases their wear resistance and extends their service life.

Among the main advantages of Ventus V12 are strength, excellent grip, comfort, reasonable cost, which is combined with high quality.

In the manufacture of tires, the developers use the latest generation of rubber compounds, they increase wear resistance, as well as improve resistance to thermal aging.

Continental premium contact 6

These tires are characterized primarily by comfort, handling, economy and safety. They are durable in operation and reduce fuel consumption.

Model made in Germany, has a diameter of seventeen to twenty one centimeters, so it is suitable for both ordinary "cars" and for sports cars and crossovers. Photo: avtovesti.com

To achieve these characteristics, manufacturers have created the latest rubber compound and came up with an innovative design for tires.

Thanks to this, the Contact 6 won several tests, it also distinguished itself for its grip and braking properties and a low rolling resistance coefficient.

Of the shortcomings, it is worth highlighting the quick erasure, since the tires are quite soft.

Michelin agilis

Michelin has released a new series of Agilis tires, which are quite tough compared to their predecessors, which is a plus for domestic roads. Photo: img.avito.st

The tires have a 2-nd cord weave, and their sidewalls are equipped with inserts, which saves the tires from puncture when driving on uneven surfaces.

In addition, Agilis is distinguished by its high resistance to rapid wear, large tread, durability and the ability to cover distances over country terrain. The diameter is only suitable for passenger cars.

Of the minuses, the tires are quite heavy, which increases fuel consumption and decreases the efficiency of the suspension during fast driving on uneven roads.

Nokian Hakka Green 2

The Green 2 series from Nokian Hakka cannot be ignored. These tires are designed for operation in difficult climatic conditions, where the temperature in summer does not exceed twenty degrees.

Engineers have created a rubber compound that allows the tires to withstand sudden changes in temperature comfortably. In addition, it provides excellent handling on wet and dry surfaces.

• Noise and hum are reduced by the presence of special grooves.
• But it should be borne in mind that such rubber quickly deteriorates.
• Green 2 sizes range from fifteen to seventeen inches.

Toyo Proxes T1-R

T1-R is the new flagship of Toyo Proxes... The T1 R tires are perfect for the fast-paced driver, with excellent high speed handling and grip on wet pavement.

The tires were created using computer simulation tools. The rubber has successfully passed various tests and tests.

Tire diameters range from seventeen to twenty inches.

Popular tires of 2016

Now let's talk a little about the tires popular last year.

Nokian Hakka Green

The Finnish brand Nokian Hakka Green gained wide distribution last year. The developers managed to create a new rubber compound, which consists of pine oil, silica and carbon black. This increased the wear resistance by almost fifteen percent.

For the treads, twisted steel wire was used, which had a positive effect on the strength of the tires. Photo: nokiantyres.az

These tires are made specifically for cars of class C and B, they have a diameter of thirteen to sixteen inches.

According to customer reviews, the tires have good handling, soft ride and effective braking in any weather. Of the minuses, many note the too high cost and insufficiently reliable handling on wet surfaces.

Michelin Cross-Climate

A series of the French brand Michelin called Cross-Climate is primarily distinguished by its durability.... In addition, it is used not only in the summer season, but also in the off-season.

The use of a special rubber compound increased tire travel and improved braking performance.

The treads have a pattern with a considerable number of sectors, which are divided by grooves for water drainage. Thanks to this pattern, the stability of the tires is improved when driving on a slippery road.

In our country, tires are available for purchase in thirty standard sizes, and their diameter varies from fourteen to eighteen inches.

Many owners like the quietness of the tires, as well as their elasticity and short braking distances. The main disadvantage is quick erasure, especially with regular driving on poor quality roads.

Cordiant Sport 3

This model was also a success the previous summer. This series of the manufacturer from Russia, which includes twelve standard sizes from sixteen to eighteen inches.

Variants specifically for crossovers have been added as they are the fastest growing on the market. Photo: 24aul.ru

The Sport 3 tires feature a reinforced sidewall. Owners also note good water retention, durability, uniform tread wear and excellent traction. These tires are not suitable for driving on the ground, and problems can arise if the vehicle is equipped with a rigid suspension.

BFGoodrich - Urban-Terrain

A novelty from the BFGoodrich brand, Urban-Terrain, was also successfully sold last year. It was designed specifically for small to mid-size crossovers. Eighteen sizes are available for purchase, ranging in size from fifteen to eighteen inches.

The tires are designed primarily for driving on asphalt. But they are also able to tolerate driving on the ground. The Urban-Terrain's carcass has been specially reinforced to add durability when driving off-road. The drainage is carried out by a system of channels in the tread pattern.

Buyers emphasize the comfort of the tires, acceptable rolling, quietness and softness. Of the minuses - a little tough, until fully warmed up.

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3

Tires from the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 gained popularity primarily due to their high speed... For them, the engineers added some technical innovations, for example, the rubber compound consists of rubber with an adhesive effect. In addition, three-dimensional tread blocks were used for the tires, which had a positive effect on the braking distance.

Tires are reliable and durable, and owners also write about comfort and low noise. But they are not good enough for driving on wet terrain.

You will find recommendations for buying summer tires for your car in this video and in the text below:

• When buying, be sure to consider the type and size of tires in order for them to fit on your car.... These parameters are indicated in the instruction manual of the machine;
• A quality tire should have economy, acceptable running characteristics, durability and low noise;
• Many people buy tires of a large size, because they not only improve traction and traction, but also have a positive effect on the appearance of the car;
• If you are driving a lot on the ground, it is best to purchase tires with a shallow tread pattern. It is also necessary that they are not very rigid;
• If fuel economy is important to you, look out for energy efficient tires. True, not all of them have sufficient efficiency, therefore, it is recommended to buy tires supplied for the original configuration;
• You can buy tires from an authorized dealer, they have original production, but their cost will be high. In specialized stores you will find a wider range and different prices from high to low. Also, online stores have recently become popular, especially owners of wheels of non-standard sizes turn there;
• Use the recommendations given by the car manufacturers of your brand... These tips are based on model dimensions, ride characteristics, load capacities, and more.

Outcome

So, today on the market there is a wide variety of tires from different manufacturers, which makes the choice somewhat difficult. In order to make it easier, we have outlined the most popular models of the past and this summer, which are worth paying attention to, and also provided some tips for purchasing them.