Find out the latest news and information from the tyre industry - covering tyre launches and interesting facts.
When you are trying to choose the right tyres for your vehicle, there are a lot of options. So, making the right decision can really change how you enjoy and experience your everyday driving. In this article we are going to shine the light on two brands which sit on opposite sides of the tyre market. As we look at choosing between Michelin and Davanti.
Released in 2021, the SportContact 7 is a premium summer tyre manufactured by Continental. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S is also a summer tyre, introduced by Michelin back in 2017. This tyre model acted as a more performance-orientated version of the Pilot Sport 4. How do these tyres compare? Let's find that out today.
Two flagship high performance tyre models on the market are Michelin’s Pilot Sport 4 S and Pirelli’s P Zero. This article will layout the key features of both these flagship models and determine what makes them such sought after tyres today.
Michelin have been market leaders when it comes to tyre development. Two of their top tyre models in today’s market is their Primacy 4 and CrossClimate 2. This article will outline the key features of both leading tyre models, comparing both the tyres’ successes to see how they truly match up together.
The Michelin Pilot Sport series has been crucial in not just Michelin’s modern day successes, but also the tyre industry in general. This article will outline the key features of the Pilot Sport 4 and 4S to compare both tyre models and highlight why both the models are two of the most sought after tyres today.
The Pilot Sport 4 and RainSport 5 are two summer tyre models manufactured by Michelin and Uniroyal respectively. Today, we will be covering both tyre models and comparing the key features of both tyres.
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 and Michelin CrossClimate 2 are premium tyre models manufactured by two of the world’s leading tyre brands. Today, we will be comparing both tyre models to see just how they match up.
At the tail end of 2023, Yokohama announced the launch of the ADVAN dB V553. A tyre that they hope will mark a significant advancement in tyre technology. Promising a new level of comfort and quietness for drivers. As a successor to the ADVAN dB V552, the V553 brings enhanced features and performance. Making it an exciting new option in the premium tyre market.
Michelin has various recognisable tyre models, with their Pilot Sport series being at the forefront of their successes in recent times. But how do the flagship Pilot Sport 4 and Pilot Sport 5 tyres compare?
The Blizzak LM005 and WinterContact TS 870 P are two winter tyres manufactured by Bridgestone and Continental respectively. So how do these two tyre models compare to each other? Let’s explore that here today.
Earlier this year, Continental tyres launched the CrossContact H/T. The CrossContact H/T is a summer tyre designed for motorists who need a tyre to perform on both paved and unsurfaced roads.
This new winter tyre from Goodyear looks to be a significant step forward in performance and innovation – with a meticulously designed overall product to meet the everchanging needs of drivers.
With Bridgestone and Pirelli spending a number of decades perfecting tyre design and technologies, these two high-performance tyres are great showcases of modern-day advancements within the tyre industry. But how do these two popular models compare? Let’s explore that today and see how they match up.
In an exciting development for tyre shoppers in Northern Ireland, Blackcircles.com has increased it's ability to provide faster fully fitted tyre appointments in the region.
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.
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 and Continental AllSeasonContact are two all season tyre models produced by two of the largest tyre manufacturers in the world. This tyre test article will cover both Continental and Michelin’s successful all-season tyres, seeing how both match up in the key areas of the models.
Michelin and Continental are two of the largest tyre manufacturers in the world – Michelin being the largest and Continental being the fourth largest respectively (as of 2023). Today, we will go over the Pilot Sport 5 and the PremiumContact 6, comparing both tyres’ features and technologies that make the models top premium tyres.
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 and the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 are two mainstay tyre models within their respective tyre brand’s line-up. But how do these two models compare? Let’s explore what makes these models prominent in the tyre market today.
Blackcircles.com are introducing two tyre brands to the ever-growing list of tyres we offer on our website – these two brands being Roadstone and Dynamo.
If you love driving and crave the thrill of the open road, the Firestone Firehawk Sport is here to empower your journey.
Both released in 2021, the Continental SportContact 7 and Bridgestone Potenza Sport are premium tyre models produced by two of the biggest tyre manufacturers in the world.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and Continental PremiumContact 6 are premium tyre models produced by two of the largest tyre manufacturers in the world.
Both Michelin and Goodyear have been leading tyre manufacturing companies for many years now, developing top of the range tyre models with advanced features and performances.
Recently Goodyear announced the launch of their latest tyre - the Goodyear EfficientGrip Compact 2. A tyre that is specifically designed to enhance performance in compact cars.
Experience unrivalled control and conquer any terrain with the all-new Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain A/T002. A leading global provider of tyres, Bridgestone have this month released this new premium all-terrain tyre – said to be engineered to empower 4x4 drivers with unparalleled performance and confidence.
Continental is set to launch its latest all-season tyre - the Continental AllSeasonContact 2.
If you're a fan of high-performance tyres, you're probably familiar with the Michelin Pilot Sport range. Now, Michelin has released the latest iteration - the Michelin Pilot Sport S 5.
Following years of development, Continental created the seventh generation of their successful premium tyre, with a focus on maximum safety in all driving conditions.
Bridgestone has been working tirelessly to develop a tyre that can keep you safe on the road while also providing superior mileage and energy efficiency. Enter their latest flagship summer tyre - the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Spoiler alert: there is no difference between the words "tyres" and "tires." They are just variations on the spelling of the same word. The word "tyre" is the spelling that is commonly used in British English, whilst "tire" is more commonly associated with American English.
Continental are soon to release the latest model from their PremiumContact range. Set to follow in the footsteps of the award winning PremiumContact 6 – the new PremiumContact 7 is said to be entering the market in the Autumn of 2022.
Developed to meet the individual needs of track enthusiasts, the Potenza Race is a semi-slick tyre with performance focussed for track days. The Potenza Race becomes the latest addition in the formidable Potenza range – produced from a direct result of the long history in motorsports that Bridgestone has amassed over the years.
This month Michelin launched their latest generation all-season tyre for SUVs – the CrossClimate SUV 2. This latest tyre to be added to the CrossClimate group, now means the range features a number of tyres for different vehicles and needs.
Continental has become the first tyre manufacturer to use recycled polyester yarn in their tyres – on a mass-produced scale. The recycled polyester yarn makes use of a new process, obtaining the material from PET plastic bottles, with the material being used in the construction of selected high-performance tyres.
In 2022 we set ourselves a challenge. How can we take our love for tyres and turn it towards helping the environment? While sitting at his family dinner table one of our team members was mulling this challenge over. As he looked down at this dinner he was struck with inspiration, not unlike Archimedes in his bath tub.
This month Hankook has unveiled their latest tyre to the Ventus Prime range – the Hankook Ventus Prime 4. Set to build upon the success of the tyre’s award-winning predecessor – the Ventus Prime 4 has been developed to further enhance performance in regard to rolling resistance, mileage and handling.
With the new UltraContact, Continental is set to launch a tyre which has been developed to deliver outstanding mileage and high safety standards. Continental have redesigned the compound and tread to combine maximum service life with safe handling characteristics.
Today Yokohama is set to host an online event, introducing their latest flagship tyre - the ADVAN Sport V107. Those who join Yokohama for the online launch event are set to gain greater understanding of the ADVAN Sport V107 and Yokohama brand
Goodyear has launched their latest generation of ultra high performance tyre – the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6. A new adaptive contact patch technology helps to deliver greater grip when in corner - by enhancing the tyre's contact patch when under load.
This month saw the launch of the all-new Michelin Pilot Sport 5. With the introduction of the Pilot Sport 5, Michelin has extended the award-winning Pilot Sport range – which includes some impressive award winning models.
The all-new Michelin CrossClimate 2 launches in the UK today. With the introduction of the CrossClimate 2, Michelin now has 5 models within the multi awarded range CrossClimate range
Achieving over 100,000 Blackcircles reviews on Trustpilot – with 9 out of 10 customers scoring us ‘Great’ or ‘Excellent’ – is an incredible milestone for the business which we should all be proud of.
Look! Up in the sky – it’s a bird, it’s a plane… It's the Goodyear Blimp! Have you been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the iconic blimp?
As the demand for electric vehicles increases, we learn more about what it takes to maintain them, and new products are developed to meet their needs.
The new Michelin e.Primacy tyre, set to launch in the Spring of 2021, is said to be Michelin’s first eco-responsible tyre.
Blackcircles.com are proud to introduce Kleber to the UK for the first time. The French manufacturer, founded in 1910 in Paris, has a strong history in the development of tyres.
The Weather Control A005 Evo is Bridgestone's second-generation all-weather tyre - designed for the many different seasonal conditions we experience on the roads.
Launched last year, the Yokohama BluEarth-air EF21 makes use of cutting edge technology to achieve an environmentally-friendly tyre design.
This month, Goodyear launched the EfficientGrip Performance 2 - the successor to the award-winning, and most reviewed tyre on Blackcircles.com, the EfficientGrip Performance.
We’re pleased to say that for the fourth (and fifth) time Blackcircles.com has been named the Auto Express Online Tyre Retailer ‘Best Site 2018/2019’.
Last month, March 2019, Michelin launched the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV – an addition to the increasingly popular and award-winning Pilot Sport 4 range.
Blackcircles has now officially launched it’s tyre-shopping and online services in Canada. As of November 1st, customers from all over Canada will have access to the Blackcircles tyre buying experience.