In the latest ADAC summer tire test, 18 models in the popular 225/40 R18 size were tested. This size is common on vehicles such as the VW Golf, Audi Q3 or the BMW 1 Series, and many others. Interesting is that 11 of the tested tires received an overall “good” rating, including some budget-friendly options. […]

The first round of AUTO BILD’s Summer Tire Test 2025 has turned more than a few heads with its focus on braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. Using a VW Golf GTD as the test vehicle, 52 different tire models in size 225/40 R18 went head-to-head, and while it was no shock to […]

As every year, the time for a switch to winter tyre is coming. And as always, we are monitoring all the new winter tyre tests to give you advice what tyres you should buy this season. First, we will briefly summarize the tyres from last year’s tests, which will give us an idea of what […]

The Autobild Winter Tyre Test 2024 for SUVs has once again highlighted a critical safety message: owning an SUV with all-wheel drive (AWD) does not guarantee safety in winter conditions. Many SUV owners assume that their vehicles are fully equipped to handle snow and ice due to AWD capabilities. However, this confidence can be misplaced. […]

In preparation for the upcoming winter season, AUTO BILD conducted its extensive winter tire supertest, evaluating 53 winter tires in the popular size 205/55 R16, commonly fitted on vehicles like the VW Golf, Opel Astra, Skoda Octavia, Ford Focus, and Audi A3. Qualification Process The initial phase involved a rigorous safety check focusing on braking […]