With the approach of cold, most motoriststhinks about changing summer tires. The experience of recent years suggests that the quirks of an unpredictable winter greatly complicate the selection of suitable rubber. Regular severe frosts, abruptly alternating with short periods of almost spring thaw, leave their imprint on the state of the roadway — ice, snow drifts or “porridge” on the roads change each other throughout the winter. Therefore, it is on the universality of the tire depends on the security of all road users in all weather conditions. Properly selected "winter shoes" of the car - the key to effective and safe driving in extreme conditions of unpredictable weather.
What are winter tires?
Despite a certain similarity of automotivetires, they are all very different. In addition to the fact that “automobile shoes” can be summer or winter, there are some of its types of one or another type. To date, among winter tires there are two types: studded and friction rubber, the so-called velcro.
Most motorists, pereobuvaya itscar, prefer reliable and proven tires "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000". Reviews of these winter tires indicate that already many car owners in our country have experienced this type of rubber on Russian roads and were very pleased with its quality and technical and operational characteristics.
Studded winter tires: advantages and disadvantages
Studded tires are rubber tires,tread which there are special carbide spikes. Depending on the model range of the tire and its manufacturer, these elements may be of different designs, and the tread itself may have a unique pattern. The principle of the Scandinavian type tires is to ensure that when driving a car, metal spikes pierce the ice, providing an increase in the friction coefficient and reliable adhesion to the road surface. Studded tires guarantee a stable movement of the car along a road covered with a crust of ice. As rubber abrades, metal inserts also wear out.
Noise rubber and useless when driving onwet roads are significant disadvantages of studded models. But this version of the "winter shoes" is perfect for those who travel a lot on country roads. Studded tires meet all the requirements of all-terrain when driving on icy roads or on roads covered with wet and loose snow. Excellent keep the car on turns and in corners, provide a short stopping distance and a quick start without slipping in icy conditions.
Friction rubber
Velcro has a softer composition and a uniquetread pattern. It is because of the large number of grooves and the special pattern that tires of this type literally absorb moisture from the surface of the roadway and thus “stick” to it. A good traction result is enhanced by the presence of a large number of grooves, in which excess water or snow porridge is discharged. Small cuts (slats) provide excellent adhesion with small asperities in the roadway.
Nevertheless, studless tires in theirperformance characteristics are significantly inferior studded. This type of winter tires will be the best option for city dwellers, who rarely go to country roads.
Winter tires review
From year to year motorists discuss and argue ontopic of choice of winter tires. In automotive forums, everyone tries to prove the viability or worthlessness of certain models. However, it is extremely difficult for an ordinary man in the street to assess the whole range of possibilities and disadvantages of automobile tires. Usually motorists prefer a particular manufacturer, based on their own experience and feedback.
"Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000", "Michelin X-ice","Nokian Nordman" and many other brands are exposed to endless test drives on icy tracks in harsh conditions of difficult terrain, at different air temperatures and various atmospheric phenomena. However, only special experts of research centers are able to determine the true quality and best technical characteristics.
The best tires of the Scandinavian type - official information of news agencies
According to the information collectedspecialized editions (in our country, this is the magazine "At the wheel" and the newspaper "Avtorevyu") and published on thematic sites, it became known that the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000 showed the good qualities of winter types of tires. Reviews of them were the most positive and promising.
Modern developments of the Japanese manufacturer
When developing this model of tires, the Japanesethe manufacturing company Bridgestone was primarily focused on deliveries to the Scandinavian countries and the CIS countries, where, as you know, winters are usually frosty and snowy. That is why the developers of the company paid special attention to maximizing tire performance.
According to company representatives,The draft amendment should have provided a significant increase in the adhesion of the wheel to the icy or snow-covered track. In this case, the rubber itself was supposed to be soft, but very durable. They had to work hard on a new type of rubber, but the result met all the hopes of the manufacturer.
Another task of the developers was to ensure a reasonable price for the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000, since the release of these models was aimed at average citizens.
Special rubber compound
The secret of durability, reliability and durability of tiresBridgestone is a special rubber compound. Thanks to the addition of synthetic crystals of a special form, added during the technological process of the production of a rubber mixture, tires gain excellent traction performance. The latest development of Japanese scientists, allows the automobile tire to maintain all the necessary technical properties even with minimal residual height. Moreover, the special composition of rubber ensures a long service life of the “Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000”. Reviews of Russian motorists indicate that tires regularly serve about 3-5 autumn-winter seasons.
Technology of opposition of thorns to loss
When comparing thorns "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000"With the previous models of winter tires produced, one can hardly notice any serious differences. An innovative design change is hidden inside the rubber rim.
Manufacturer "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000" -developed a new type of car tires of the Scandinavian type and modernized the design of the metal "canine" so that the fixing strength was as reliable as possible. As a result, the problem of falling out of thorns was almost completely solved. At the same time, for example, the price of "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000 R15", compared to the cost of "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 5000 R15" increased by about 30%.
Powerful inner tire carcass
Универсальность эксплуатации данного вида tires and the availability of high performance and technical indicators achieved by a powerful internal frame. Tires Bridgestone Ice Cruiser, in addition to being designed to reliably serve in severe weather conditions, provide excellent resistance to external factors of damage, durability and durability. They guarantee a wide “spot of contact” with the road and a safe ride under any conditions.
Real Japanese quality
In 2009, the Japanese company, Bridgestone, launched new models of Scandinavian-type rubber tires. In Russia, these models can be purchased from 2010.
Improved running performance“Bridgestone”, winter tires, not losing excellent performance when the temperature drops to -35 ° C, enhanced tire construction and special technology to resist the spikes from falling out, long service life - indicators of excellent quality and reliability of automobile tires. It is thanks to them that these models are so loved by car owners.
Judging by the reviews, "Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000" -modern series of studded tires of the Scandinavian type, designed specifically for harsh conditions of use in the harsh conditions of the Russian winter. Japanese tires guarantee a safe ride on icy and snowy tracks. Bridgestone products are ideal for operation in all weather conditions in the northern regions.
The best price-quality ratio
Следует учесть, что стоимость каждой модели depends on tire size. The novelty of the Japanese tire industry is aimed at car owners, mid-size sedans and small-sized hatchbacks that are distinguished by excellent dynamics and sporty character. Many car owners, in addition to the quality of Japanese tires, are quite happy with the price of “Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000”.
Inexpensive tires compared to othersimport brands, provides a safe and comfortable ride in all weather conditions. In Russia, the average price of the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser R17 can vary from 6 to 9 thousand rubles - it all depends on the region of sale and the honesty of the seller. Perhaps, for someone, these figures may seem transcendental, because analogs of tires of Russian manufacturers can be purchased 2-3 times cheaper. However, there is absolutely no guarantee for the quality of domestic models - our developers have not yet learned how to produce models that meet international standards. Therefore, drivers who prefer a safe ride, choose products from foreign manufacturers. They believe that the asking price is consistent with the quality and reliability of a proven brand.
Let's sum up the results
New product made in Japanproved to be the best. All the flaws seen in the previous version of the winter studded Bridgestone Ice Cruiser rubber were eliminated and refined: the tires became durable, acquired a reinforced rim frame, an improved metal spike design and reliable fixation, precluding its loss. In this case, the tire itself has become much softer, which, of course, affects the comfort of the driver and passengers.
Bridgestone winter tires show greatparticipate in all kinds of test drives and demonstration rides. Due to the excellent technical characteristics, members of the expert jury award them places of honor. According to the driver's reviews, the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000 is clearly the leader among many brands of branded tires of Western and European production: they perfectly show themselves off-road in any situations, allow you to smoothly fit into the turn and keep the car well on turns, provide a normal start without slipping and short braking distance. The advantages of this type of tires should also include a large selection of sizes and an acceptable cost of Japanese models.
That is why the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000 tires are clear favorites of many not only Russian, but also foreign car enthusiasts.
