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 […]

In last article, we checked the new Continental winter tyre for performance vehicles and now let’s dive into another premium manufacturer – Michelin. This time, however, we’re looking at a more mainstream model designed for the majority of vehicles on the market. It builds on the 6th model, introduced back in 2019, and offers notable […]

The weather may not show it yet, but in a month, we’ll probably start switching to winter tires. In our last article, we recapped last year’s tests, and next, we’ll introduce a few new models expected to be tested this year. Today, let’s take a look at the first new winter model from Continental that […]