Tire types: everything you need to know

All Season tires offer good performance on a wide variety of surfaces and different weather conditions , such as rain, hail and even light snow, making them suitable for any season.

The All Season Tire Boom it has an easy explanation in countries with a climate like Portugal (where it is possible to snow and ice on the road without reaching the extreme conditions of Nordic climates) because it is approved as a winter tire and adapts to road irregularities thanks to SmartTred technology, which offers stability on dry and wet surfaces.

The 2018 Autobild Germany test supports this choice. Among a wide variety of tires, All Season tire are “versatile, with excellent handling, good price-performance, precision in curves and dynamic handling on wet and snowy roads, safe response against aquaplaning, comfortable running and high durability. ”'They were (and continue to be) a recommended product and are a safe and economical alternative to seasonal tires.

All Season tires are also responsible for the environment and continuous technological advances make these tires ideal for all year round with the highest quality standards.

Do you know the advantages of the Vector 4Seasons SUV Gen-2 ?

·         They guarantee safety behind the wheel and control throughout the year, even below 7 degrees.

·         They have the M + S marking and the snowflake mentioned above.

·         In comparison with other tires, they improve the distance on wet roads by up to 6%.

·         Improve braking distance in the snow by 8%.

·         They improve the braking distance on ice by 9%.

·         They adapt well to the road.

·         They are continually renewed with the latest technology innovations.

Another of tire bets on All Season tires has a lot to do with the vehicle that makes the most trips on our roads: the commercials . Vector 4Seasons Cargo tires feature 3D Blade Sipe System technology , including interwoven blades that offer tread grip and stability, which means greater wet traction and better dry performance. These tires have the Eco Plus Tread technology , that is, a design enriched with rubber to optimize the pressure of the distribution, guaranteeing greater mileage and lower cost per kilometer. The Eco Cushion Technologyreduces friction heat and ensures fuel economy. In addition, they have better resistance to aquaplaning, better performance on ice and snow and better traction and maneuverability.

Winter tires

Winter tires are indicated for cold climates with temperatures of + 7 ° C and below (below 7 ° C, the rubber loses flexibility, a phenomenon that is accentuated below 0 °) and put the tread design before the traction. It ensures easier acceleration and downhill driving thanks to circular saw grooves and Adaptive SipeGrip technology improves braking and grip in compact snow and ice.

Winter tires are known as mud and snow and it will be your mechanic who will tell you whether this option or the ones already mentioned are best for your car. In any case, remember that the use of this type of tire is exempt from the obligation to put chains on specific sections , as they provide the so-called caterpillar effect: they generate a type of “grip” on the snow that facilitates a safer movement on a surface with snow.

Choose the tires that best suit your needs and safety standards. To do this, consult the different types and characteristics, manufacturing systems, materials and driving response to ensure road safety at all times and in all circumstances.