Outside the window is the middle of spring, from the winter there are only memories. And this means that the time is approaching when it will be necessary to change shoes, changing winter tires to summer ones. Thanks to tire manufacturers, who have been working all winter on the release of new products and thinking that we will please our favorites with new models, fresh developments of summer tires for the 2014 season have already appeared on the shelves of auto stores. Such market news is important for all motorists. After analyzing the new summer tire models 2014, we have prepared for your attention a brief overview and a comparative rating of the new products that have appeared, based on the results of professional tests.

This year for tire manufacturers, in terms of the variety of models, has been very fruitful. And, as a result, the proposed assortment leads us into a state of confusion before a large choice. Here, we cannot do without the opinion of experts who will help us determine which models will be in great demand, what should be paid attention to in the first place.

It is to these new rubber models in 2014 that the summer tires Bridgestone Turanza T001, which replaced the Bridgestone ER300, can be attributed. Embodied in all its best qualities, the new Bridgestone 2014 summer tire, using Nano Pro-Tech TM technology and resonator grooves, made it possible to minimize noise levels and ensured confident driving behavior on wet pavement.

Another noteworthy summer tire from Bridgestone for summer 2014 is the Bridgestone MY-02 Sporty Style, designed for sports tuning enthusiasts. The rubber features an aggressive tread pattern with designer zip grooves that, despite their intimidating appearance, wick away water better than the competition, providing reliable traction after rain.

The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance tires showed a significant reduction in braking distances during testing and showed good results in terms of fuel economy. This success was made possible thanks to Goodyear's 2014 summer tires using advanced Wear Control technology, which allows tires to be made from a variety of components. Thanks to this, the rubber shows its best performance regardless of weather conditions, although picky experts saw this as a slight tendency to slight aquaplaning.

According to the results of independent tests conducted both in Europe and in Russia, Dunlop Bluresponse tires are one of the few that managed to get into the top five of the rating. By adding an unknown new polymer to the composition of the product, the manufacturer has achieved reliable tire adhesion to the road, reduced braking distances and comfortable sound insulation. Summer 2014 Dunlop Bluresponse tires are by far the most balanced tires of the summer season.

However, the 2014 Yokohama BluEarth summer tires turned out to be the best in terms of fuel economy. This rubber is included in the category of inexpensive tires, thus attracting the attention of owners of budget cars. When driving, Yokohama BluEarth tires create little noise, and with the use of a modified symmetrical tread, they provide quite satisfactory rubber rolling.

For fans of prize-winning sports cars, we advise you to pay attention to the Yokohama ADVAN Sport V105 tires, which follow the traditions of the previous Advan Sport V103. Compared to previous tires, the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 is more resistant to rolling resistance, guarantees better stability and confident driving on both dry and wet pavement, and has a shorter braking distance. Such results were achieved through the use of new components in the rubber composition, as well as by changing and adjusting the tread.

Nokian Hakka Black summer tires 2014 will also be very popular, extending their successful series, which includes Hakka Green and Hakka Blue. The new model will introduce a number of new technological solutions to significantly increase the operating temperature range, guarantee effective stability and reliable operation of rubber at high speeds, reduce braking distances and significantly reduce noise levels.
First of all, it is worth noting the rubber compound of Nordic Intelligent UHP Silica tires, which are made using Hydro-Grooves rational water removal technology from the contact patch and Silent Groove Design technological solutions that reduce noise when driving.

More accessible for tuning enthusiasts can be the Cordiant Road Runner tire option, which has a V-shaped tread pattern with a system of drainage grooves diverging in the transverse and longitudinal directions. This tread shape guarantees excellent drainage in the contact patch, while stiff shoulder ribs ensure precise steering response of the tire.

When spring comes, all motorists have to think about how to replace winter tires. The quality of rubber largely determines how safe the ride will be for drivers and passengers. Keep in mind that road conditions in summer and winter affect differently.

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Turanza T001 is one of the novelties of 2014, which is still popular. This model has inherited all the best properties that its predecessors were endowed with.

But the novelty differs in that the modern Nano Pro-Tech TM technology was used for it. A distinctive feature was the resonator grooves with a new shape. As a result, the noise level during operation is kept to a minimum. The behavior of the car on wet roads is improved.

For lovers of sports tuning, this manufacturer is focused on such a model as the BridgeStone MY-02 Sporty Style. Tires already differ from others with an aggressive tread pattern that has lightning grooves. They remove water from the car much better than the same developments from competitors. Due to this, the reliability of adhesion to the road surface is significantly increased.

Yokohama Technologies

Yokohama is also focused on the production of modern products that do not require additional investments. Several modern solutions are applied.

Rigid block structure, water-absorbent Yokohama rubber. Special blend with temperature-adaptive features. Due to this, the material retains its properties under different conditions.

Excessive moisture absorption technology to ensure comfortable contact of the tires even on icy dry surfaces.
Use Yokohama tires in all conditions.

The protectors are also not complete without a number of innovative solutions, including:
Toward the center of the car, the stiffness of the Yokohama rubber decreases. This avoids early tire wear.
The five-pitch tread pattern significantly reduces driving noise.

The edge of the blocks is updated in the new Yokohama models. And volumetric lamellas are created. The stability of the car on the road increases, as does the overall service life.

The grooves of the MTD tread are located at different angles. Which improves the grip of the car.
Car enthusiasts and professionals alike value Yokohama tires for the qualities they offer. Including improved grip on the road regardless of weather conditions, even with snow and ice. Slip at the moment of quick start is present, but remains minimal. This is especially valuable for those who participate in sports competitions. The amount of fuel consumed is reduced, which makes tires economical. Handling is getting better.

Unusual designs from Bridgestone

Run flat technology

Run Flat technology is a solution that is used in many of the top series from BridgeStone. Supportive reinforcement reinforces the sidewalls. Thanks to this, the structure can withstand the weight of the car, even if one tire or all of them remain flat.

You can't drive with punctured BridgeStone tires all the time. But with a full load, it will be possible to hold out for about 50 kilometers, even in such difficult conditions. Run Flat improves safety, savings. In a car service, it will then be possible to vulcanize the tire, there is no need to replace it right in the middle of a stream of cars that does not slow down.

Budget developments

It's a durable rubber from BridgeStone that retains its softness at the same time. What provides worthy characteristics of tires. Abrasion remains almost imperceptible, even after 15-20 thousand kilometers on Russian roads. Buyers also note that the noise level remains low in models from BridgeStone. And on wet pavement, the braking distance is very short. Hydroplaning is excluded, water is removed from the contact patch almost instantly, in full.

Winter tires from BridgeStone are characterized by increased rigidity. In conditions of porridge on the roads, ice, they have proven themselves very well. Asymmetric tread contributes to good handling. It also gives a quick reaction when turning the steering wheel, makes braking soft and effective.

About the design features of tires

The seasonality of BridgeStone wheels is generally one of the determining indicators for dividing products into several groups.

The following design features of summer and winter tires make it difficult to use one or the other all year round.
All-season tires are the best choice for regions where the temperature difference remains small throughout the year. Such products will feel good on the winter road, but will not be damaged by the summer heat.

The tread depth in summer tires is less. And the pattern is significantly different from analogues intended for winter.
For the manufacture of summer tires, they take a hard material that can withstand high temperatures along with maximum speeds. Rubber will become just "oak" when the frost comes. Because of this, grip on the roadway will be much worse.

About sizes

The standard size is the geometric parameters of the Bridgestone wheel and another brand, including the width and height of the rubber, the landing diameter. But there are additional designations, which also do not hurt to decide. These include country of origin, load limit, seasonality, maximum tire speed, and so on.

Serious technical problems may arise if Bridgestone sizing requirements are not followed.

The ride will become stiff and less comfortable if low profile tires are used. In such a situation, suspension parts serve 2-3 times less than similar designs.
If the wheels are too large in diameter, the rubber will touch the arch while driving.

Low profile Yokohama models under normal operating conditions have a number of advantages:

• Good vehicle control
• Easier corner entry
• Excellent handling

The main thing before choosing is to realize on the roads with what characteristics you will have to move most often.

Wide tires will be the best choice during the summer season. It is best to take what the manufacturer offers. The contact patch of the tire with the road increases if you use wide tires. This situation has a positive effect on the dynamic characteristics.

Improves the overall stability of the car on the road. The braking distance is shorter, and the car itself will accelerate faster. True, when using wide tires, fuel consumption may increase. And at lower speeds there is a hydroplaning effect.

Goodyear Winter Tire Review

The onset of winter for people is always associated with some, for many very pleasant, chores - the search and selection of winter clothes and shoes. For motorists, the onset of cold weather is the preparation of their car for operation in difficult climatic conditions. The car owner is interested in how his car will behave on an icy or snowy road.

The variety of modern winter tires offers a wide range of choices. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the fact that the choice of winter tires depends on the specific weather conditions prevailing in your area. We will focus on the products of a company that has proven itself in this market.

A bit of history and theory

Goodyear was founded in 1898 by Frank Seiberling and named after Charles Nelson Goodyear, who was the first to achieve stable rubber elasticity.

More than a hundred years ago, all rubber products were made from natural rubber, which is hard and brittle at low temperatures, but becomes sticky at low temperatures. The elasticity of rubber increases significantly if it is first cast into the desired shape and then heated together with sulfur. This process, invented by Charles Goodyear in 1839 and patented in 1844, is called vulcanization. Thanks to it, the elasticity of rubber improves, it has greater elasticity and completely restores its shape after stress is relieved.

It is to the vulcanization process that we owe modern, high-tech tires for cars and many other types of products that are made from a mixture of natural and synthetic rubber.

Neither Goodyear's summer nor winter tires need additional advertising - the presence of this brand on the market for more than a hundred years, its traditional quality, as well as popularity among car enthusiasts, speak for themselves. Modern developments have helped to create a whole range of winter tires for different cars and weather conditions of the cold season.

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Goodyear winter tires provide excellent traction in both ice and snow. They show good performance in the most extreme weather conditions for which our winter is famous.

The most popular Goodyear winter tires are listed below.

The model, which will soon be 10 years old. Nevertheless, this is a good studded tire for passenger cars, which has excellent characteristics and guarantees decent handling of the car.

This winter tire uses 3D-BIS technology, where the tread blocks are tightly packed to maintain the elasticity of the tread blocks. 3D-BIS guarantees good grip on the surface on dense snow and ice, allows you to drive a car on any snowy surface.

The stud anchoring system allows you to firmly fix the stud at the landing site and prevent its failure. Some motorists speak negatively about this rubber, most likely due to its improper use - on bare asphalt, this rubber is really very "noisy" and, accordingly, "loses" the spikes. Such tires are designed for use on packed snow or ice.

The rubber compound for this model uses a new generation of polymers that increase the range of temperatures at which the tire can be operated. + allows driving at a speed of 120 kilometers per hour, and this is a fairly good indicator for the winter. Comfortable driving in all weather conditions is achieved thanks to the new shape of the tread blocks, which, in turn, has a positive effect on the noise level.

Prismatic sipes are designed for maximum contact with packed snow and ice, which gives a car with these tires a good grip on the road. But in addition to decent behavior on ice, such lamellas provide a comfortable ride on wet roads and in slush.

Goodyear positions this rubber as an ideal option for sports cars as well as premium cars. According to manufacturers, tire 2 is able to provide excellent handling and guaranteed control over the car on a winter road when driving at speeds over 100 kilometers per hour.

Thanks to innovative elements in the design of this tire, the difficulties associated with winter driving in dense snow, as well as climbing and descending on icy surfaces of our roads, can be avoided. You can forget about the unpleasant surprises of winter and feel confident behind the wheel.

The photo clearly shows that the structure of the central rib consists of four blocks of different sizes: thanks to this design, the noise of the tire is reduced.

This model uses a new technology of three-dimensional lamellas - 3D Waffle Sipe. Its feature is the combination of blocks with increased rigidity, which guarantee confident movement on dry surfaces, with two zigzag sipes that separate these blocks in the central part of the tread, which allow you to feel confident on slippery roads.

Tires Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice Navi-Zea

To create the Ultra Grip Ice Navi-Zea tire, Goodyear developed the new BioTread tread. It is made on the basis of a biological filler (various oils of natural origin). Thanks to such components, the tire becomes more flexible and better adapts to various weather and road conditions. Such a protector is able to provide timely and precise braking, as well as stability in any, even very steep, turns.

This tire is based on another innovative technology - MicroFibre. This innovation provides excellent grip on ice thanks to special glass fiber particles in the tire tread compound. The tread of the Ultra Grip Ice Navi Zea tire contains millions of glass fiber particles (according to the official data of the manufacturer, their number is at least 300 million units per tire), which "cling" to the ice and guarantee normal grip when driving on slippery surfaces.

For good grip on wet road surfaces (in slush), the tread has radial grooves that penetrate deep into wet snow and help keep the car on the right course. The tread blocks have curved edges, which, together with the sipes, provide increased grip on the surface.

Summing up a little, we can say that winter ones have good performance characteristics and a completely normal price-quality ratio. The disadvantages include excessive noise inherent in all winter tires and relatively "narrow specialization" - a universal winter tire for our roads and conditions has not yet been created.

with improved wear characteristics, increased comfort and control on wet and dry surfaces. The new modified polymer used in the tread rubber compound reduces the degree of overheating of the material, while maintaining its rigidity and elasticity. Reduced rolling resistance contributes to more . Three wide longitudinal grooves and narrow slots provide optimal moisture removal from the contact patch. Variable tread stiffness allows you to optimize the pressure in the tire contact patch with the road, redistributing the load between the central and shoulder areas. Compared to the Dunlop SP Touring T1, improved wet and dry braking performance, dry handling, hydroplaning resistance and rolling resistance. The tire is presented in six standard sizes with landing diameters from 13 to 15 inches.

In 2016, Goodyear introduced a new model to the popular Eagle line, designed for powerful and fast cars. The new ultra-high performance tires offer less wear, shorter braking distances in dry and wet conditions, and reliable control of the vehicle in wet and dry conditions. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 tires have the most advanced technology. The new adhesive compound of the rubber compound provides tighter grip at high speeds, improved handling when maneuvering and shorter braking distances. Active Braking Technology increases the contact patch and traction when braking, allowing you to reduce the braking distance. The new, reinforced construction using technological materials makes the tire lighter, improves handling, cornering behavior, as well as reduces tread wear and improves fuel efficiency.

This tire model, focused on crossovers and SUVs, is optimally suited for both comfortable on-road driving and off-road confident overcoming. In addition to a more aggressive tread pattern and an angular shoulder that enhance the tire's off-road capabilities, the tire has an additional belt ply made of Kevlar, a material that, all other things being equal, is five times stronger than steel. In addition, the Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure features a reinforced sidewall construction that helps protect the tire from sidewall cuts and punctures. This solution provides the necessary protection against breakdown, which is necessary for the driver when he moves through unfamiliar terrain or moves on a broken road. In addition to off-road performance, Goodyear engineers have taken care of the ability of the tire on the paved road, optimizing the tread pattern in such a way as to provide a decent level of acoustic comfort and handling. The Goodyear Wrangler AllTerrain Adventure tire line has been updated for 2017 with 24 tire sizes.

Summer tires with a special asymmetric tread pattern that gives optimal grip on both dry and wet road surfaces. This solution contributes to better directional stability, as well as handling when turning and changing lanes. The outer side of the tread is focused on a high level of handling on dry road surfaces - this is ensured by massive blocks formed by longitudinal and transverse grooves in the shoulder zone. The inner side of the tread contributes to high wet handling thanks to the reinforcements in the transverse grooves and the drainage of the longitudinal and transverse grooves. The tire uses Hydro Safe S technology to provide high cornering stability on wet surfaces. Summer tires Viatti Strada Asimmetrico are designed to ensure safe and comfortable driving on the roads, regardless of climatic conditions. This season tires are presented in 31 sizes with a bore diameter from 13 to 18 inches.

Tires for SUVs with a symmetrical tread pattern. Transverse grooves of different geometry, located in the central area of ​​the tread, and sipes bent at a certain angle reduce the uniformity of the pattern and reduce noise generation. Thanks to the applied HighStab technology, the tread pattern has a rigid central rib and reinforced longitudinal rows of blocks, which ensures high stability of movement in a straight line and high speed of extreme maneuvers. The tread pattern has wide transverse grooves in the shoulder areas, which, coupled with special lugs between the lamellas of the shoulder blocks, increase the vehicle's cross-country ability. The range includes 20 standard sizes with bore diameters from 15 to 18 inches.

High speed tire with original tread design. Three central ribs improve directional stability, while the continuous block design of the outer shoulder area improves lateral grip and handling. Curved grooves in the shoulder area contribute to the creation of acoustic comfort. Four central grooves increase the hydroplaning threshold. The increased content of silica in the composition of the rubber compound contributes to the stability of the tire on wet surfaces and reduces rolling resistance. The sidewall design also contributes to the reduction of rolling resistance, which also improves dynamic ride comfort. Optimized contact pressure improves tire grip on dry and wet surfaces. The tire is presented in 23 standard sizes with landing diameters from 15 to 18 inches.

The tire is aimed at owners of premium SUV cars. The asymmetric tread design balances the distribution of the contact patch between the inside and outside of the tire, while its edge improves traction and acceleration. Reinforced shoulder stiffness improves cornering handling. The design of the central grooves of the tread not only ensures minimal deformation under side loads, but also prevents stones from getting stuck. The design features of the tire also include high carcass strength and a special design of the tread layer that prevents tire deformation. Uniform wear is ensured by reducing the participation of the shoulder area in the contact patch. A new form of silica in the rubber compound contributes to high temperature resistance at high speeds. The tire is presented in 21 standard sizes with landing diameters from 17 to 20 inches.

The main features and advantages of this all-weather model are a rigid carcass, a spiral winding of the breaker layer, an original design of the tread grooves, and uniform wear. These innovations provide long life, improved off-road grip and braking, vibration reduction, resistance to cuts and other damage, and disc rim protection. The tire is presented in 20 standard sizes with landing diameters from 15 to 17 inches.

As the manufacturers write, this tire is designed for standard cars and their "charged" versions. The directional tread pattern with a large number of block faces located in the direction of wheel rotation enhances the edge effect. The special shape of the grooves allows you to effectively drain water when cornering. The main grooves of the tread have a large number of protruding edges in the shape of a lightning bolt. In addition to better grip, this shape provides the tire with a high level of hydroplaning resistance. Drainage grooves have enlarged edge elements. Additional grooves of reduced depth increase the rigidity of the tread blocks and provide a clearer control response.

Semi-slick with sporty features. Deformation-resistant outer tread increases contact with the road. Two internally offset main grooves contribute to high cornering stability and a high level of aquaplaning resistance. Located on the outside of the tread, straight, thin grooves are designed to increase pressure during cornering, as well as to dissipate heat, which ensures stable lap times. The adapted rounded profile distributes pressure evenly across each tread block and strikes the right balance between wet performance and high speed stability.

The best confirmation of the high quality of GoodYear tires is the fact that they are included in the factory equipment of prestigious car brands such as Audi, Porshe, Mersedes-Benz, Ford and many others. In addition, the use of modern developments and technologies in the design of automobile tires ensures the reliability, quality and popularity of products. What is the new prototype of the Goodyear Oxygene city tire, which is the most unique development in the world today.

Regardless of the location of the Goodyear rubber plant (there are 56 operating enterprises in different countries of the world, Russia is not one of them), product quality remains consistently high, and raw material differences are so insignificant that they do not have a significant impact on performance. In our review, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the best GoodYear tires. The rating presents models of different categories and prices (the average cost for a tire with R16 is indicated) available on the domestic market.

GoodYear's best comfortable tires

Good acoustic properties are inherent in many Goodyear models. This brand produces some of the quietest tires in categories such as off-road and winter tires. However, there are models whose exclusive feature is to provide their owner with a comfortable driving experience. It is these models that are presented in this category of our rating.

2 GOODYEAR EFFICIENT GRIP PERFORMANCE

Best price. Saves fuel
Country: USA
Average price: 6 370 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Rubber for the middle and upper class of cars has not only an attractive cost, but also has unique performance characteristics, which have become the key to its great popularity. FuelSaving technology reduces fuel consumption. The tire holds the road perfectly and is sensitive to the slightest movement of the steering wheel. Also, in the manufacture of the tire, modern SoundComfort technology is used, which reduces the resonance formed in the air cavities of the tread.

Owners note excellent driving performance and noiselessness of rubber, regardless of the condition of the summer road. The reviews indicate the good balance of the tire, its lightness, which is especially noticeable in sizes R17, R18 and above.

1 GOODYEAR EXCELLENCE

Low noise level. Excellent grip on wet roads
Country: USA
Average price: 13,766 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

This summer tire has a rather interesting tread that provides confident grip on wet surfaces. Huge evacuation grooves on the inside of the directional pattern are able to handle large amounts of water and create better working conditions in the contact patch. In addition, the GoodYear Excellence architecture and rubber compound make it quieter on asphalt.

The owners of these tires are satisfied with their choice, and in the reviews they give the following characteristics:

• Noiselessness;
• Significantly reduced the likelihood of hydroplaning;
• Equally excellent handling on dry and wet roads;
• Short braking distance;
• Good wear resistance.

In addition, the model has 117 dimensional modifications that allow the use of rubber on most passenger cars, including the premium segment - a whole series of tires with a radius from R17 to R20 is produced for these cars.

Best GoodYear sports tires

This product sets itself apart from other GoodYear summer tires by offering excellent performance and high reliability. The use of modern technological solutions, both in the design of the tire and in the composition of the rubber compound, allowed Goodyear sports tires to confidently occupy their niche in the market, remaining among the best over the past decades.

3 GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 GS-D3

Better handling. Rigid sidewall
Country: USA
Average price: 15,120 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

This summer tire for fast driving demonstrates excellent handling and vehicle stability on the road. With half wear of the tread, the rubber retains a low hydroplaning ability, which allows you to overcome even deep puddles without braking. Rigid sidewall and directional pattern provide high-speed entry into turns without the slightest skid. The tire implements a symbiosis of OneTRED technologies (a design feature of the shoulder area of ​​sports tires) and V-TRED (removal of excess water from the contact patch).

Owners appreciate the performance of Goodyear F1 tires, which allow you to enjoy the speed advantage on the track. Large dimensions, from R16, R17 and above, give the car stability comparable to a railway track - there is not even a hint of a deviation from the trajectory chosen by the driver.

2 GOODYEAR EAGLE SPORT TZ

Affordable price. New
Country: USA
Average price: 5 412 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

While affordable, the tires are still premium and designed for sporty driving. Despite only having five sizes in the R16 and R17, the Eagle Sport TZ is very popular with motorists looking for thrills on the road. Possessing the rigidity inherent in all sports tires, the rubber has proven itself to be quite quiet and comfortable on the track. The tread is designed in such a way that even with 50% wear, the grip characteristics of the tire do not deteriorate at all.

In addition, the raw mix is ​​uniquely formulated to increase tire life and provide better tread contact on wet and dry pavement. Reviews are still few, but, nevertheless, there are already. The owners note the good balance of rubber, excellent handling - the steering wheel literally feels the road. On wet pavement, the grip is so confident that it even “spurs” the driver to put more pressure on the accelerator. There is also an edge to protect the rim of the disc.

1 GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 ASYMMETRIC 3

Has been tested on racetracks. The shortest stopping distance
Country: USA
Average price: 11,353 rubles.
Rating (2019): 5.0

This tire model belongs to the category Ultra High Performance (high-performance tires). They are designed for premium cars, and are adapted to travel at high speeds, while providing a safe driving mode. Prior to its retail introduction, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 had the opportunity to shine on the famous racetracks.

This sports tire, designed for summer use, speaks very well of the majority of motorists who have made a choice in its favor. The special ActiveBraking technology, according to which the protector was developed, provides an excellent forced deceleration, increasing the contact patch. The Grip Booster additive also leads to a reduction in braking distance, which gives the tread material the effect of “sticking” to the asphalt. The size range includes 88 varieties of this wonderful tire that can be installed on wheels with such a radius as R17, R18 and above.

The best GoodYear winter tires

Goodyear winter tires are distinguished by high quality workmanship, easy balancing and good performance parameters, including not only confident grip on winter roads, but also wear resistance of tires, as well as comfort of some models.

3 GOODYEAR VECTOR 4SEASONS GEN-2

The best tires for mild winters. The quietest in the category
Country: USA
Average price: 9 367 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

The Goodyear Vector all-season tire was designed and created specifically to meet the wishes of numerous owners of that part of the European continent, where winters are quite mild and snowy. This tire has the ability to move on snow, ice or bare asphalt with equal confidence. The Vector 4seasons Gen-2 boasts 3D sipes, a modern innovation that adjusts tread stiffness for better dry contact. For the same purpose, not only the proportion of silica content in the rubber composition was increased, but also the SmartTred plasticizer additive was additionally introduced.

Owner reviews commend these Goodyear tires for their ability to prevent hydroplaning. It is noteworthy that the characteristic is maintained for almost the entire life of the tire due to the features of hydrodynamic drainage and tread pattern. Also noted is simply amazing stability for an all-season tire on icy roads, despite the absence of spikes.

2 GOODYEAR ULTRA GRIP ICE ARCTIC SUV

Better stability on winter roads
Country: USA
Average price: 1 0 134 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Ice Arctic SUV studded tires are designed for use in harsh winter conditions and are designed for both crossovers (SUVs) and conventional cars. The model has 44 size modifications, which start with R15 (the most popular are R16 and up to R20). The tire pattern has an increased depth and is ideal for snow and ice porridge, it can literally “bite” into the road. Despite the hard tread, the tire itself is soft and does not tan in severe frosts.

The studs have a special fit and are directionally oriented in such a way that they help the car to confidently stay on the road with difficult surfaces. Owners praise the GoodYear's handling and stability on winter roads. The reviews have a lot of positive ratings for excellent braking performance. The spikes are reliable, do not fly out when driving on asphalt and do not interfere with maneuvering. When driving fast, there is a slight yaw, but subject to the speed limit (after all, winter!) This does not affect handling.

1 GOODYEAR ULTRA GRIP ICE 2

Buyers choice. Short stopping distance
Country: USA
Average price: 7,216 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9

This Velcro tubeless tire is the most popular tire for city winters. Provides excellent grip, keeps the car securely on ice, does not skid when cornering (at a reasonable speed), runs confidently on packed snow, without slipping. Due to the peculiarity of the tread pattern and the rather soft sidewall, the Goodyear tire has excellent braking properties that provoke the driver to the summer driving style.

In their reviews, the owners note the high acoustic comfort when driving, which plays an important role in urban operation (the absence of annoying noise increases the driver's concentration). Rubber with sizes R16 - R18 better absorbs the roughness of the winter road, provides good vehicle stability when maneuvering and driving even on packed snow. Traction characteristics are positively evaluated - the car starts off easily and picks up speed under any road conditions, including ice.

GoodYear's best off-road tires

In our country, tires of this category have long been deservedly popular. The high quality of the constituent components and the flawless technological production give the Goodyear brand products an advantage over many other manufacturers.

2 GOODYEAR WRANGLER HP ALL WEATHER

Better grip
Country: USA
Average price: 9 350 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

A unique off-road tire capable of adapting its characteristics to different conditions. This tire feature is provided by SmartTRED technology. The tread is not uniform in its rigidity - there are coarse shoulder blocks (responsible for handling and braking) and a very elastic central part (on slippery surfaces it provides high grip quality). At the same time, the tire is quite comfortable and is the best option for the city and highway. On all tire sizes, a special edge is provided along the edge of the rim, which protects the disc from damage against the curb.

By using the Goodyear tires on this model, owners are more than satisfied with its performance. All-season tire and good grip on any road allows you to ride it all year round. Hydroplaning begins to somehow manifest itself only after 50% wear. The reviews also note the low susceptibility of rubber to punctures and cuts.

1 GOODYEAR WRANGLER DURATRAC

High wear resistance. Quietest winter tire
Country: USA
Average price: 11,509 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9

The tire is considered to be an all-weather tire and can be used all year round. However, in our ranking, this model is more positioned as an all-road tire. A rather deep tread pattern ensures confident operation over 60,000 km, but it will be possible to ride it, if necessary, for another 20-30 thousand, depending on the driving style. Despite the frightening, aggressive pattern of the working surface of the wheel, the rubber is very comfortable to use and does not make noise when traveling on asphalt.

There are many positive reviews in the reviews. The owners of the GoodYear Wrangler Duratrac like their cross-country ability - on these tires the car is able to overcome any off-road, and if you lower the tire pressure, then sandy, muddy and other heavy sections of the road will no longer be an obstacle (this is especially true for wheels with sizes R17 - R18 and above) . The sipes provide satisfactory grip on ice, but if the operation takes place in regions with severe winters, it is better to save this rubber for slush.