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 […]

Allseason tyres are evolving quickly, and that’s whys some of the last year’s test featured the older Pirelli Cinturato SF2 instead of the newer SF3. Even this year, the ACE and ARBO test included the older model and we were wondering, what would the results be if the newer model was included. And aparently, we […]

As all-season tires gain in popularity, we see more and more tests every year. This is no surprise, as they now account for one third of total tire sales. All-season tires have become sufficiently effective for city climates and provide greater comfort for drivers since no seasonal tire switch is necessary. Additionally, these tests are […]

The wait is over—we now have the first winter tyre test for 2024, conducted by AUTO Straßenverkehr. The test focused on tyres in the 235/55 R18 dimension, suitable for cars like the Skoda Kodiaq, Audi Q3, VW Tiguan, and the Seat Tarraco, which was also used as a test vehicle. We’re excited to see the […]

Bridgestone also introduced its new product for the winter season this year, and just like Continental, it significantly simplified the naming of its models. So, after the Blizzak LM-005, we now simply have the Blizzak 6. As is typical with tires from the Bridgestone group, the new model is also presented with the addition of […]

In our series discussing new tires for the 2024 season, we now turn to the low-cost tire segment, which is often dominated by Asian manufacturers. However, today’s spotlight is on a European model, specifically from the Czech Republic: the sixth model of the Barum Polaris series. Generation Numbering: A Closer Look While the Barum Polaris […]