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Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Great handling on dry roads
- Short braking distance on snow
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Competitors
Sizes
Vredestein Wintrac is made in 37 sizes, starting from 165/60 R15 up to 225/55 R16.
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Timeline
2021
Vredestein Wintrac was launched and replaced Vredestein Snowtrac 5.
2021
Vredestein Wintrac was tested 4x (AutoMotorSport,...)
2022
Vredestein Wintrac was tested 3x (ADAC,...)
2023
Vredestein Wintrac was tested 1x (ADAC)
Achievements
Best
Dry braking
Adac 2022
Autoexpress 2022
Automotorsport 2021
Adac 2021
Best
Wet circle cornering
Autozeitung 2021
Autobild 2021
Best
Wet handling
Autozeitung 2021
Autobild 2021
Best
Dry handling
Autobild 2021
Best
Exterior noise
Autobild 2021
Best
Interior noise
Adac 2021
Vredestein Wintrac in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Vredestein Wintrac was featured:
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2 | 2.1 | |||||
| Vredestein Wintrac | 2.4 | 3.4 | |||||
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ADAC Winter tyre test 2022 215/60 R16
satisfactory
Ranked #10 of 17
The Vredestein Wintrac finished the competition in the 10th position among its peers, securing a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Despite achieving the highest marks for its performance on ice, distinguishing itself as the best in ice braking, and contributing to lower fuel consumption, it displayed notable drawbacks. These shortcomings included a relatively high wear rate and weaknesses when driving on dry surfaces, which ultimately impacted its overall evaluation. Additionally, while its capabilities in wet conditions and on snow were commendable, these strengths were not enough to elevate it beyond a satisfactory overall standing among recommended tires. The tire also stood out for its dry braking performance, further showcasing its mixed results across different testing disciplines.
satisfactory
Ranked #10 of 17
The Vredestein Wintrac finished the competition in the 10th position among its peers, securing a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Despite achieving the highest marks for its performance on ice, distinguishing itself as the best in ice braking, and contributing to lower fuel consumption, it displayed notable drawbacks. These shortcomings included a relatively high wear rate and weaknesses when driving on dry surfaces, which ultimately impacted its overall evaluation. Additionally, while its capabilities in wet conditions and on snow were commendable, these strengths were not enough to elevate it beyond a satisfactory overall standing among recommended tires. The tire also stood out for its dry braking performance, further showcasing its mixed results across different testing disciplines.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Rolling resistance | Noise | Wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,8 | 1,4 | 1,8 | 1,5 | 2,7 | 1,5 |
| Vredestein Wintrac | 2,3 | 2,9 | 2,5 | 1,8 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 3,0 |
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Autoexpress Winter tyre test 2022 225/45 R19
Ranked #5 of 6
The Vredestein Wintrac finished 5th among 6 competitors, marking its first appearance in competitive analysis since its launch as a replacement for the Snowtrac. Designed to offer all-round performance, it stood out most notably in wet and dry conditions. However, the tyre faced challenges in deep-water aquaplaning tests, where it was at the bottom alongside Michelin, and was the slowest on the handling track, trailing by over a second from the fastest. Its performance on the handling track was hampered by its front end, requiring additional throttle wait time and steering lock to navigate through turns effectively. Despite these hurdles, the Wintrac showcased impressive braking capabilities, securing second place in wet braking, narrowly missing the top spot held by Bridgestone, and excelling in dry braking where it took the lead by almost a meter. This achieved proficiency in braking, however, did not extend to snow conditions, where it ranked last in all tests conducted at the Arctic Center, evidenced by lower grip levels, though it managed to maintain a decent balance.
Ranked #5 of 6
The Vredestein Wintrac finished 5th among 6 competitors, marking its first appearance in competitive analysis since its launch as a replacement for the Snowtrac. Designed to offer all-round performance, it stood out most notably in wet and dry conditions. However, the tyre faced challenges in deep-water aquaplaning tests, where it was at the bottom alongside Michelin, and was the slowest on the handling track, trailing by over a second from the fastest. Its performance on the handling track was hampered by its front end, requiring additional throttle wait time and steering lock to navigate through turns effectively. Despite these hurdles, the Wintrac showcased impressive braking capabilities, securing second place in wet braking, narrowly missing the top spot held by Bridgestone, and excelling in dry braking where it took the lead by almost a meter. This achieved proficiency in braking, however, did not extend to snow conditions, where it ranked last in all tests conducted at the Arctic Center, evidenced by lower grip levels, though it managed to maintain a decent balance.
| Name | Points total |
|---|---|
| Best values in test | 100 |
| Vredestein Wintrac | 98.6 |
ADAC Winter tyre test 2022 185/65 R15
satisfactory
Ranked #6 of 16
The Vredestein Wintrac finished in a commendable 6th place out of 16 competitors, earning a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Excelling on both dry and wet roads as well as in wear performance, the tyre proved its worth in challenging conditions. However, it did not perform as well on snowy surfaces, a factor that led to a slight downgrade in its overall assessment. Despite this, the Vredestein Wintrac's strengths in other key areas underscore its reliability and effectiveness as a winter tyre, although it showed some limitations in snow handling.
satisfactory
Ranked #6 of 16
The Vredestein Wintrac finished in a commendable 6th place out of 16 competitors, earning a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Excelling on both dry and wet roads as well as in wear performance, the tyre proved its worth in challenging conditions. However, it did not perform as well on snowy surfaces, a factor that led to a slight downgrade in its overall assessment. Despite this, the Vredestein Wintrac's strengths in other key areas underscore its reliability and effectiveness as a winter tyre, although it showed some limitations in snow handling.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Rolling resistance | Noise | Wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,9 | 1,8 | 1,9 | 1,7 | 2,5 | 1,5 |
| Vredestein Wintrac | 2,1 | 2,4 | 2,7 | 2,4 | 2,4 | 2,8 | 2,5 |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 8,7 | 9,6 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Vredestein Wintrac | 8,1 | 7,8 | 8,5 | 8,2 | 7 | 9 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,9 | 1,9 | 2,0 | 2,6 | 2,0 | |
| Vredestein Wintrac | 2,3 | 2,5 | 2,2 | 2,0 | 2,8 | 2,0 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||
| Vredestein Wintrac | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | 2+ | 3+ | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 27,3 | |||||
| Vredestein Wintrac | 33,5 | 30,3 | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (2x) | 85% (4x) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Very good | Exemplary | Good | Satisfactory |
| 1x | 1x | 1x | 3x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R16 |
|---|---|
| 85% (2x) | 92.5% (4x) |
Ratings x Width
| 185/xx Rxx | 195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 92.5% (2x) | 92.5% (2x) | 85% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Vredestein Wintrac made?
Vredestein Wintrac is made in Hungary.