Tyre reviews Gislaved Ultra Speed 2. Page 2 32

I bought 245/40/18 and 265/35/18 tires and have driven about 1000 km. It's just regular tire, don't expect anything extraordinary from it. It's quiet or loud to judge is hard, as the car's own noise level is quite high. It holds the road fairly well (it's still new, after all).

Comment: I purchased a set of Gislavwed Ultra Speed 2 tires at the end of 2024 to replace my Michelin Primacy HP tires, which had served their purpose (tread depth of 1.5mm, microcracks on the sidewalls, and loss of air pressure). Both tire models have the same size, 205/55 R16 V91, which is standard for my Mazda 6 2.0 GG (sedan) with a manual transmission. I chose the Gislavwed Ultra Speed 2 tires based on my own research on the internet, without any recommendations from others. Michelin is a premium brand, and while it's a great brand, it's quite expensive for an older car.

As for how I came across Gislavwed, I've been very satisfied with their studded winter tires, which is why I decided to give their Ultra Speed 2 tires a try. According to the manufacturers' data, the Ultra Speed 2 tires are slightly inferior to the Primacy HP tires in terms of braking distance and fuel efficiency. However, it's essential to note that these data should not be the only factor in making a decision. The Ultra Speed 2 tires are manufactured in Portugal by the Continental corporation, while the Primacy HP tires are made in Germany by the Michelin corporation.

My driving style is approximately 60% dynamic and fast, but without any extreme behavior such as drifting or sudden acceleration. The remaining 40% of my driving is calm and relaxed, with smooth acceleration and braking using the manual transmission. I've driven about 500km on the new Ultra Speed 2 tires, and my personal opinion is that they are a worthy competitor to the Primacy HP tires.

Here are my observations:

1. The softness and thickness of the sidewalls are similar to the Primacy HP tires, and both belong to the class of soft tires. On winding roads, the Ultra Speed 2 tires perform well.
2. The noise level of the Ultra Speed 2 tires is not higher than that of the Primacy HP tires. In my personal experience, they are quite quiet at speeds up to 170km/h. On narrow, winding roads, the Ultra Speed 2 tires handle confidently, with a normal response to steering input and no feeling of vagueness.
3. In terms of aquaplaning, I had the opportunity to drive on wet roads with the Ultra Speed 2 tires, and they performed excellently. They cut through the water film like a cruiser, and I was able to accelerate and brake without losing contact with the road surface.
4. The braking performance of the Ultra Speed 2 tires is predictable and reliable, both on dry and wet roads. While the Primacy HP tires were still good on dry roads, they had started to aquaplane more easily due to their wear.
5. As for fuel efficiency, I haven't driven enough kilometers on the Ultra Speed 2 tires to make a conclusive statement. However, the Primacy HP tires had always been satisfactory in this regard.

In conclusion, my personal opinion is that the Ultra Speed 2 tires are an excellent choice, with great handling qualities and a very democratic price. I think that most people would not want to overpay for a premium brand for an older car. The Gislavwed Ultra Speed 2 tires offer a great balance of performance and price, and I'm confident that they will not disappoint.

Excellent tyre

First impression - very thin sidewall, after continentals seems to ride smoother, but all conditionally, time will show.

EXTREMELY BAD QUALITY !!!!!!!!
THE TIRES ARE SOFT LIKE CONDOMS, AND THE SIDE WALL IS SO FLEXIBLE YOU CAN PUSH IT TO THE SIDE SEE POINT 5-8.
ALL 4 TIRES ARE WIDE AND ONE OF THE INNER TIRES BURST AND I WOULD HAVE BEEN PICKING UP PIECES OF BONES IF I HAD BEEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY.
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