Скоро зима, а значит пора задуматься об «обуви» for your car. The modern market is ready to offer motorists a variety of new products. Sometimes it is very difficult to find something suitable. Let's try to sort out the nuances a bit and consider the ranking of the best winter shing for almost all types of cars.
Why do you need good tires?
We give a simple example.In order to stop the car on a mirror of ice at a speed of 50 km / h with studded tires, you need about 30 meters, for Chinese rubber, the stopping distance will be 20 meters longer.
Еще один пример.This is the time with which this hypothetical track on the ice will be covered. Many will say that they are not racers. And now, when testing winter tires on a good tire, the driver passes the track in 48 seconds, and on a bad tire - in 71 seconds. This says that in the second case, you need to go slower to prevent skidding or something else. These are nerves, tension, uncertainty. Winter is already a huge stress for people, and then the road will make you nervous.
One more note
Automotive rubber industry develops withfantastic speed. Those options that were the best a couple of years ago, today are very far behind modern ones. Thus, the rating of winter tires can show that the once good and technologically advanced tires are in last place today. Prices that are higher each year than the previous year are the fees for technology.
All these conclusions are made on the basis oftests. So, experts from Finland have tested a lot of tires at the test site located beyond the Arctic Circle. They are real authorities in the selection of rubber. Their tests are published in the best and most famous automotive magazines. This season they also experienced winter tires. The rating is very interesting. He perfectly shows the state of affairs and the best of the best.
Friction Rubber
1st place - GoodYear UltraGrip ice
These tires are made in Poland. Rubber has a load index of 94t. In the test, this product scored 8.2 points.
The product is well balanced.characteristics. They showed generally good results at almost all stages of testing. This model has excellent performance when driving on snow and ice. Also, tires work great on wet pavement. The engineers did a great job, but they still managed to make a great decision. In addition, this model has a low noise. Therefore, this rubber is not in vain hit the rating of winter tires without spikes and took first place in it.
2nd place - Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2
These products are made in Finland. It has a load and speed index in 94R.
Manufacturers managed to make the mostefficient tires that work perfectly on how many surfaces and even some studded models have been able to circumvent. However, with all the advantages there are drawbacks, because without them it is impossible. These tires from Finnish engineers poorly behave on a wet track. You can make a simple conclusion that it’s hard to be the best everywhere. During the test, tires also scored 8.2 points.
3rd place - Continental ContiViking Contact 6
Эта продукция немецкой компании имеет индекс speeds and loads in 94t. The novelty almost immediately hit the test, yielding only a little to the other two applicants. Here we have good performance when driving in the snow, but if suddenly wet asphalt, then in a critical situation, these tires do not have quick reactions. But experts have identified excellent behavior on a dry road. This model is not noisy.
4th place - Michelin X-ice Xi3
These tires are made in Spain.This is one of the best among non-studded on snow and ice. On asphalt, the product of French specialists is not too strong. However, it all depends on the traffic situation. When testing revealed a low noise, as well as high rolling resistance.
5th place - Maxxis SP025 Arctic Trekker
Products brothers from China are known to many.For the first time in many years, this rubber was able to refute the Chinese quality. Despite their origins, they could not become the best, but they worked very smoothly on all tests. There were no surprises. This option was able to bypass most non-studded tires on a snowy road and on a wet one. Noise and rolling resistance - average. This is a worthy choice at decent prices.
6 place - Bridgestone Blizzak WS70
In sixth place - Japan. The indices are 94t.More recently, the products of this company was considered a leader in its class, but this time - the average level. Here, experts have found effective braking, but the level of transverse coupling is very average.
7th place - Pirelli WInter Ice Control
This is China with indices in 94t.On the snow, they show an excellent level. They would be in the rating of winter studded tires. They are able to quickly accelerate and perfectly slow down. But on the ice - for C grade. There is also a weak exchange rate stability. Another advantage - they almost do not make noise.
8th place - Sailun ice Blazer WSL 2
Китайская резина с индексами скорости и нагрузки in 91H. These are inexpensive Chinese winter tires, the rating showed that they managed to get up to the same level with more eminent brands. On the ice surface they were mediocre, but in the snow they proved to be among the best. Even wet asphalt for them is not a hindrance at all. Experts note a slight nervousness when the tires are at their limit of grip. The Chinese product resists to rolling poorly, and there is a lot of noise from them.
9th place - Dunlop SP ice Sport
German quality. Indices - 91T. They were able to surprise the frankly weak level of adhesion on the ice surface.
Complaints were all - they are poorly accelerated, badreact to management, and also badly brake. On the snow - all is well. On wet asphalt - great. Good directional stability, but noisy tires loudest.
10th place - Vredstein Nord-Trac 2
These tires are made in the Netherlands.They are much better than the previous ones, behave on the ice surface. But when the experts decided to accelerate them, they replaced the weak indicators of adhesion. Work well on a wet road, but exchange rate stability is very sad.
Worst winter tires - 2015 season rating
The worst were Chinese Sunny SnowMasterSN3830. They may be suitable for the European winter, but they are not suitable for Russian roads at all. Disgustingly they showed themselves both on ice and on snow. On wet roads - they are not so bad. But for our edges this is not enough.
Studded tires
We will not watch all studded winter tires, the rating has been allocated only the best.
So, in the first place - "Nokian Happelitta" 8.Indices - 94T, and spikes - 180 pieces. It's a great choice. They are effective even in the most difficult road conditions. They showed a high level of security. These are the best winter tires (studded tire rating has proven this).
In the last place again the Chinese Sunny SN 3860.According to many characteristics, they are suitable for Europe. They have a good grip, handling in asphalt conditions. Snow and ice - not their element.
Winter tires, which rating you saw above, are intended for passenger cars.
New generation winter tires for SUVs
It is known that off-road tires haveBole solid side. And their tread design is completely different. In addition, these tires have larger side hooks. For crossovers, which are urban cars with increased ground clearance, you can use ordinary rubber for cars. Another aspect that owners of parquet SUVs need to pay attention to is the load index. After all, the crossover load on the tire is much higher than that of a conventional passenger car.
Winter tires for SUVs
In the first place - the Finnish "Nokian Happelitta" 8SUV. This is one of the most progressive to date options. It is ideal for light crossovers, as well as for large heavy jeeps. Modern technology and innovation, modern and improved tread, rubber composition - all this allows the tire to get excellent results on any surfaces.
Among the advantages of tires highlight a special technology.studing. Rubber stands out from the mass of others with strong adhesion to any surfaces, and the stopping distance is rather short. The tire is well managed and highly resistant to all types of surfaces. Aramid fibers in the frame give particular strength to the side. Spikes do not harm the road surface. The tire is very quiet. These are the best tires for winter SUVs. Rating proves it.
Next comes Michelin X Ice products.North "3rd generation. The French offer our motorists the most optimal tires for lightweight crossovers. A lot of modern and unique technologies are used here. So, they distinguish a" smart spike ", a modern and technological tread design, a new mixture. This all gives the tire a lot of advantages over products from other manufacturers.
After optimization and refinement of spikes engineersmanaged to achieve a significant reduction in stopping distance on a slippery surface. The rubber also stands out for its excellent snow performance. Snow grip also turned out to be on a very good level. Excellent winter tires, rating - deserved second place.
Another model from the manufacturer "Toyo".This is Observe G3-ice. The tire is designed specifically for lightweight crossovers. The Japanese manufacturer has applied a new super-technological mixture, as well as natural micro-chips from walnut shell. On the assurances of the manufacturer to go on them - completely safe in any weather and road conditions. These are real winter tires for the crossover. Rating - the third place.
Italians presented a model for this season.Pirelli Winter ice Zero. This rubber is well-known manufacturer applicable for heavy crossovers, and for off-road cars. Engineers have significantly improved the model compared to last season.
And finally, the fifth place among studded tires.These are Bridgestone products, and the model is Blizzak Spike 01. This rubber is a descendant of the popular Ice Cruiser. The Japanese have invested heavily in the development of this rubber. It is predictable in all conditions, good comfort and high level of security.
Non-studded winter tires for crossover: rating
Finland leads here. The company "Nokian" for this season has prepared a unique model.
The winter tire manufacturers are well prepared for winter. Rating allows to evaluate the model, their quality and characteristics. Perhaps it will be very useful to those who choose their tires for the winter.
So, we found out what the best models of winter tires can be purchased for your car. We hope that the article helped you make a choice. Good luck on the roads!
