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All-season tyres have become increasingly popular over the past decade - as motorists look for a versatile and reliable option.
Something that can tackle various weather conditions. From summer's heat to winter's icy grip.
All-season tyres represent a versatile solution – designed to provide motorists with a reliable performance in a range of weather conditions and temperatures.
What sets them apart from summer tyres and winter tyres, is their unique construction and material usage.
All season tyres incorporate an intermediate rubber compound in the tyre’s tread, which ensures they are able to remain supple when temperatures drop below 7 degrees Celsius.
This flexibility allows the tyre to adapt to road surfaces. This is pivotal in maintaining optimal grip and braking capabilities - enhancing safety in what can be challenging conditions.
Given the UK's experiences changeable and moderate winter weather, at best, all-season tyres can prove to be an excellent choice for our roads.
Winter in the UK consists of a range of winter conditions – within a week we can experience anything from severe ice and snow to milder slush and rain.
All-season car tyres are adept at handling these variations, making them well-suited for UK roads.
With all-season tyres, the need to swap tyres with the seasons becomes a moot point.
Swapping between winter and summer tyres each year can prove to be a costly task. This helps to make the use of all-season tyres an economical choice. As well as a practical one.
Their versatility in various weather conditions, ensures consistent performance throughout the year.
Determining whether to opt for summer or all-season tyres largely depends on your specific needs and circumstances.
Summer tyres shine in warmer conditions, thanks to their tread elasticity and stiffer compounds, providing precise handling, reliable grip, and shorter braking distances when temperatures exceed 7°C.
However, when winter arrives, the performance gap becomes evident, and you may need to switch to winter tyres for optimal performance below this temperature threshold.
All-season tyres combine the strengths of both summer and winter tyres into a single, versatile package. To deliver consistent performance throughout the year.
If you live in an area which encounters mild winters, with minimal snow and frost, then the fitment of all-season tyres is a great option.
It is true that summer tyres will, in most cases, outperform all season tyres throughout the warmer months and winter tyres excel in cold conditions.
However, all season tyres provide a reliable and steady year-round performance. Regardless of weather or temperature.
That is to say, they bridge the gap - outclassing winter tyres in the summer and summer tyres in the winter.
Some all season tyres meet specific standards, earning them the 'M+S' (mud and snow) and 'Snowflake' accolades.
If you're seeking an all-season tyre that is certified to be suitable for winter conditions, look for the EU sanctioned 3PMSF marking. This proves the tyre has passed the ‘Three Peak Mountain Snow Flake’ compliance.
This marking is used to signify that a tyre has passed rigorous tests. Demonstrating their winter performance capabilities.
In essence, it's a symbol that confirms a tyre's suitability for winter driving.
When it comes to choosing the right tyres for your vehicle, all-season tyres offer a balance between convenience and performance.
However, like any product, they come with their own set of advantages and drawbacks.
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Since the first all season tyre was introduced by Goodyear in 1971, many of the world’s leading tyre manufacturers have developed their own ranges.
These include, but are not limited to, the following.
Tyre Manufacturer | Popular All-Season Tyres |
CrossClimate 2, CrossClimate+, CrossClimate SUV, Agilis CrossClimate | |
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3, Wrangler HP A/W, Wrangler DuraTrac | |
AllSeasonContact | |
WeatherControl A005 EVO, DriveGuard All-Season, Dueler H/P Sport All Season | |
Cinturato All Season, Scorpion Zero All Season, Scorpion All Terrain Plus | |
Crugen HP71, Solus 4S HA32, Crugen HT51 | |
BluEarth-4S AW21, BluEarth-Van All Season |
Please note: this table is not exhaustive and there are many other tyre manufacturers that produce all-season tyres.
However, these are some of the most popular and well-respected brands in the industry.
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