Choosing the Right Tires

The season of changing tires is approaching, which means it's time to remind you of the principles for choosing tires that meet your requirements and provide the necessary level of safety. 

To start, of course, buyers often pay attention to factors that are not related to the quality of the tires. Even when buying used tires, many put the freshness of the tires and the country of production first, paying attention to the condition of the tread last. Of course, this should not be done. Tires should be chosen based on obvious, but seemingly forgotten, criteria.

Tread depth.
This is an important, and perhaps the most important, factor. Physics cannot be deceived by any technology. If you think about what is better to buy - a new tire from Chinese production or a used one from Japan or Europe, then, of course, you should prefer new tires. Even despite the possibility of hidden damage. It is important to evaluate the ability of the tread to divert water and snow from the contact patch. If the tread is worn out by 30-40%, it doesn't matter in which country the tire was made or what brand it is, it physically cannot divert as much water from the contact patch as a new tire. Therefore, there is a simple rule - even a budget, but new tire is often better than a premium worn-out one. 

Correctly selected range
Often, you can find negative reviews about tires that were simply put in conditions for which they were not designed. A good example in the winter segment is the alpine range of tires, from which they expect results in harsh Nordic conditions. Of course, winters can be different, so it's necessary to distinguish between winter tires for harsh winters and for mild winters. You can learn more about the difference between these ranges in this article. 

Do you need studs?
Should you prefer so-called "non-studded" tires if you operate them in urban conditions? This type of tire is absolutely not worth choosing if you encounter snow and ice frequently. But even when comparing these types of tires for asphalt, studded tires often surpass their non-studded counterparts. This is indicated by numerous tests and comparisons of tires. 

One way or another, we are ready for the season and ready to help you choose the most suitable tires for you.