All-season tires are getting more and more attention from both consumers and testing organizations. There are several reasons for this, but the main one is clear: over the past 10 years, they have made significant advancements and are now a viable alternative to winter tires for mild climates. There are additional reasons why these tires […]

As in every year, ADAC is carefully testing a large number of winter tires in two sizes this year—205/55 R16 and 215/55 R17. ADAC’s methodology slightly differs from other organizations, leading to a somewhat different final ranking. What makes ADAC’s methodology unique? It uses the so-called knockout effect, which prevents tires with significant shortcomings from […]

Last week, we witnessed a comprehensive comparison of winter tire braking distances conducted by Autobild, serving as a qualifier for the major test. Autobild’s serious commitment to tire testing is further demonstrated by the fact that a few days later, a similar braking distance test was conducted, this time focusing on the increasingly popular all-season […]

Autobild, as every year, sifted through all major and lesser-known winter tire models with its braking distance test. From these, it selected the best ones for a thorough testing. The initial qualification focused on braking tests—braking from a speed of 50 km/h on snow and from 80 km/h on a wet road. Only 20 tires […]

Barum has unveiled the Polaris 6, a new winter tire designed for passenger cars and SUVs and we already covered the release in separate article. Aimed at drivers seeking “reasonable performance at a reasonable price,” the Polaris 6 brings several advancements to the budget tire segment, including electric vehicle (EV) compatibility and enhanced performance in […]