Most winter tires from brands

The behavior of the vehicle on any road surface depends on the strength of adhesion between wheels and its surface. Thus, the desire for maximum control of the machine on the winter road and the development of production technologies of winter tires have a common vector. However, new developments Tiresbar cost concerns come cheap, so all their "ambitions" they embody mainly in the class of «High Performance» (high performance). Elite Model of winter tires from mass differentiates mainly the possibility of their operation at high speeds. In addition, they are large, the most popular of which are 255/45R18 and 275/40 R20. Naturally, these giants are designed for sports cars, powerful cars and high-speed image vndorozhnikov.

The first Tires, those that are smaller, designed for the European winter road conditions. They behave as well on wet and on dry cold pavement. At the same time they work on ice and compacted snow.

278/40 R20 Winter tires are designed for high-speed vsedorozhnik, such as Porsche Cayenne. In this segment, often studded model that lets you forget about the "slippery discomfort" during country visits. For popular car manufacturers in the German autumn offering winter tires on wheels. Proposals for a very reasonable price come from tuning companies such as TechArt and Arden. Their winter sets will also appreciate those who prefer to follow the style of your car, regardless of the weather.

Objectively about disks Replica (Replica)

Like good shoes, light alloy rims, of course, serve as an ornament, in this case, the car. But the beauty of this really should not require sacrifices, except that cash. The word "replica" in the circle of motorists often causes loud debate and controversy when it comes to wheels. What it actually means, and in general it is good or bad?

To begin with linguistics. One of the meanings of the word «replica» in English - an exact copy. That is the interpretation of mean wheel manufacturer, calling the word line of products. In addition to «Replica», manufactured as model line «Racing» or «Tuning». Thus, marked «Replica» on wheels should be understood as an exact copy of which is included in the list of full-time drive of an automobile.

I want to emphasize the word "accurate", because the replica can not be called props, which can take the form of regular disk, but, in fact, be fake, because it does not conform to the technical parameters, which have the disk as many as six. And sometimes even worse, when the staffing drive "replica" binds only the emblem of the brand car, covering the axial opening. This type of disc you will not find in the list of staff. And, of course, above its design is not pored automobile designer, writes each line that should be in harmony with the lines of the body, bumper, wheel arch. Often these "masterpieces" look crudely and not add respect for the car.

However, due to what, in fact, the noise? The thing is tempting price, which may differ from the original twice, tripled and even quadrupled. The bulk of the disc replica made in China, Turkey, and quite a bit in Italy, but Italians have the biggest selection of models. Among all the products meet both quality discs, and an obvious fake. Distinguish them on the stage of buying virtually impossible, so the consumer has no choice but to trust a particular seller or manufacturer. Unfortunately, no universal board on this subject we can not provide because there is no uniform system for standardization of the product.

Quality CDs «Replica», must have a certificate of quality, consistent with national standard GOST or automaker, as well as were copies of regular CDs. But the whole list of supporting documents are likely to find will be very difficult, so the savings in most cases will be at the expense of quality.

There is another problem - the risk of loss guarantees the automaker's vehicle during the operation on the disks «no name». Discs differ from regular, which can not be documented to identify a valid reason for refusing to guarantee the suspension. And it is perfectly appropriate, because even a small difference in weight of the wheels on one axis leads to violations of design loads on structural elements suspension.

By the way, weight and other characteristics of the drive. If you have already decided to buy a replica, then before you install the car, be sure to check them out in a professional studio tire changer on the mass and geometry. If the differences are critical, then either discard this purchase, or exchange the discs for others, and recheck them. It is not excluded that a few of these samples, you will forever give up the replica of the manufacturer.

Winter flagships of the tire manufacturers

Among the leaders of the winter tire segment of one of the top positions occupied by the production CONTINENTAL. A huge technological breakthrough the company managed to accomplish in recent years. In high-speed segment for Conti has two favorites - ContiWinterContact TS810 Sport and TS830 P. The first model is presented in a wider range of sizes, and the second is constantly updated with new dimensions of who bought the Mercedes and Audi.

Before developers Continental seeks to ensure winter tires maximum stability in all road conditions, be it ice, snow, wet or dry cold asphalt. And independent tests conducted in Europe, in all these disciplines put Conti high scores. These tires are excellent behavior during braking in all conditions, because Continental, this option is a priority.

No less serious company reacted to the development of new studded tires series ConticleContact. It consists of models, is designed for both passenger cars and SUV. In the production ConticleContact used a new formula of rubber compound, and implemented technical innovations relating to form of thorns and their fastenings.

Goodyear boasts winter tires Ultragrip Performance 2, focused on powerful cars with big wheels. Independent tests have appropriated this rubber good marks on all types of coatings, however, particularly high marks Ultragrip Performance 2 received on the ice and snow.

Pirelli ready to position itself on the European market as a Tires supermarket, offering winter footwear Sottozero second series in a wide range of sizes, not forgetting even supercars known brands. Sottozero has a high rate not only on dry pavement, but on the ice and snow cover. Owners of SUVs and powerful advocates of aggressive driving style will appreciate the winter tires Scorpion Ice & Snow from Pirelli.

Michelin offers a powerful cars pereobutsya for winter tires Pilot Alpin. However, the tests show some decline in the exercises on slippery surfaces, while on dry asphalt rubber is behaving perfectly. Nevertheless, the developers succeeded in Michelin homologation for the Maybach, Mercedes McLaren SLR and other prestigious brands. SUV Michelin prescribes a series of Latitude Alpin HP-speed off-road cars like the Mercedes ML, BMW X5, Porsche Cayenne, etc. Models in this series have speed index «V» for a 20-tidyuymovogo size. They have high durability and excellent traction with the snow cover.

Nokian to date has earned an impeccable reputation for snow tires, which are incorporated in the concept of priority is stability, especially on icy and snowy surfaces. On the domestic market flagships of Nokian studded come in and non-studded versions, respectively Hakkapellitta 7 and Hakkapellitta R. Winter tires for SUV designated letters SUV. Scandinavians have always been his own view of things, and this time their Tires many consider unduly lenient. However, it is this softness can be very useful for unpredictable winter roads.

Brigestone for the Russian motorist produces shipovannnye tires Ice Cruiser 7000, which use a unique 16-tiryadnaya system location pins. New tires differs from the previous 5000th model improved braking on ice. Updated and non-studded tire Revo GZ, which used a complex microporous structure that provides Tires improved handling on wet roads and increase its durability.

Danlop for several years now recommends for maneuvering movement in the city a winter tire model SP Winter Sport 3D. In addition to friction with the snow-covered road, these tires have a high resistance to the phenomenon of aquaplaning. SP Winter Sport M3 and M3 GrandTrek WT was set at VMW X5 and Mercedes GL.

Yokohama Russian market supplies tires flagship series Ice Guard IG35. However, we are interested in the dimensions can be found in the German panel, Yokohama. This winter tires W.drive V902. Competitors, the model slightly inferior behavior on the ice, while on dry pavement is also good.

Vredestein a lot of paying attention to the design of the tread, though not without the participation of renowned studio Giugiaro Design. But the owners of tire series WinTrac Xtreme can also count on high quality practice. Tires behave confidently in wet and slippery roads, as well as excellent resistance to aquaplaning. SUV Vredestein has developed a separate series tires WinTrac 4 Xtreme, stand-out addition to the known qualities is also a good cross.

Text: M. Tamilin

What to expect from bad drives "replica"?

The relatively low price replica, of course, something should be conditioned. For example, paint, even qualitative replica leaves much to be desired. In summer it is almost no danger, but from the reagent, which is present on the roads in winter, the paint can easily peel off. Restoration will require investments, which together with the price of disks has to be comparable with the purchase of the original used in good condition. However, perhaps lucky for you, and your «Replica» will be resistant to external factors - but in any case, this is an element of the lottery.

The technical characteristics of the replica will be judged only after a certain period of operation. Marking of "alphanum" without the accompanying documentation is hardly something can tell the buyer. However, it can be useful when searching for a disc in the event of failure of one of the four. By the way, to find such a disc is sometimes very difficult, especially after some time when the party was the seller has already ended. Therefore it is better just in case, buy as many as five disks, and this is an additional cost.

Poor quality cues manifest themselves at the time of diagnosis. They might not be able to detect the precise balancing and other defects. Of such products should be immediately discarded, because the responsibility for your safety on the road in this case, no one will bear.

Often, cheap replica buy to improve appearance and increase of the price sold the car. When buying a car should always pay attention to the origin of the discs. If the regular-looking wheels are not properly labeled, do not be ashamed to carry out their diagnosis, which will include and accurate weighing. Price of the issue - security.

Text: M. Tamilin

Select the disks for a car

Beautiful machine is always pleasing to the eye and accessories, which include CDs here play an important role. Interest drives can decorate even the old, beat-up car, not to mention the fact that they will add new luster and elegance. Automotive drives, there are many. And besides the principle of aesthetics should be guided and other important rules of the disk selection. Let us discuss this in more detail.

Do not be guided by the price of CDs, because cheap is not always bad quality, but expensive - good. It is very important to pay attention to the many other things, if you're interested in not only design, but also reliability, practicality, durability, etc.

First of all, pay attention to country-drive manufacturer. Russian drives (Aviatehnologii, Vic, K & K) is in principle suitable for not very expensive cars and VAZ, as well as the demand for street racing on the part of the auto-tuning. Best Russian CDs from Krasnoyarsk. German drives (Borbet, Artec, AEZ, ATS, Rondell) promise to be strong, talk about life coverage and are more or less the elite. Turkish discs (Kormetal, DJ) are relatively inexpensive and a great variety of designs and models. Japan (Kosei) spoke about the high quality discs. These discs are usually well decorated, some weigh, but also value for money.

We now turn to the types of discs. CDs are divided into the cast, forged and welded.
Alloy wheels naturally, the most beautiful, but behind this lies their impracticality. These discs are often susceptible to breaking even on the weak beats. Forged wheels are well suited to fast driving, so it is usually chosen by the riders. They are relatively easy to climb, so the car accelerates rapidly. Weld wheels are strong enough, and inexpensive. But Russian welded discs may disappoint their views: they are easily subject to corrosion, they are often flies off the paint. Best forged and welded wheels from Germany.

Before you pick a good look around their wheels. Visually, the surface should be smooth, without any changes and damage. On the back side as well not be detected chips, dents, etc. as they will cause corrosion of emergency. Note the distance between the edge of the disk and fixing the terms (so-called stem). Usually, the smaller this distance, the greater the wheel out of line wing.

Decide on the number of mounting holes, usually five of them. Yet their number should depend on the weight and power of the car. Look at the diameter of the circle to where the hole. If there is even the slightest deviation from the diameter, then it's a bad sign.

For the winter period is usually chosen forged wheels, as they are durable. But for the summer is well suited alloy wheels, both look quite aesthetically pleasing. For a very fast ride (250-280 kph), without a doubt fit discs, in which at least seven spokes. There will also be very useful to remember one rule: the width of the rim disc should be less than the width of the tire to 25-30%.

The thickness of the disks is of great importance. If you choose very narrow or, conversely, wide wheels, the tire profile is violated. And from this will suffer and maneuverability of the car: slip resistance worsens, the response to the rotation and much more.

If we talk about color disc now for painting most of the steel discs used by so-called powder technology. The gist is that the disc is covered with durable paint that is made based on polymers. Due to this disc is resistant to salt, various influences, but also has an attractive appearance. Discs coated with enamel, sooner or later begin to look bad, as the enamel breaks down quickly - these discs more durable and less prone to corrosion.

Depending on what drive you put in your car, it can become a sports or, alternatively, the executive class. This is the magic power of motor drives.

Text: Lolo

Advantages and disadvantages of all-season tires

There are three types of tire tread: summer, winter and all-season. Summer tires are designed for driving on wet and dry pavement, they are resistant to hydroplaning (disappearance of the tire contact with the road surface due to interlayer water) and winter - are resistant to drifts, good management (by reducing the braking distance) in the snow and ice. The differences between summer and winter tires are visible to the naked eye. treads of winter tires studded with small slotted fins, cuts, and summer tires consists of a solid and rigid structure. Thus, enhanced longitudinal and transverse resistance and reduced wear. Drainage quality of the rubber supports wide grooves. This reduces the risk of aquaplaning.

Most recently, all-season tires in our market are very similar to the old version of tread with an increase in area and depth of the grooves. These tires are offered to the company Pirelli, Goodyear. But now begun to appear "vsesezonniki" European style, which at first glance look more like winter tires. Their protector consists of a "spider" and cuts in between. Those all-weather tires offer firm Hankook. On the labeling of these tires is not only to M + S (mud + snow), but a snowflake in a triangle, which is marking Winter tires Snow Flake.

There are two types of all-season tires, and they differ in speed parameters. Regular season tires have very good grip, even if it is wet or snow-covered and supported by excellent handling. Wear resistant protector can feel the comfort while driving. If you meet are not very expensive tire with that on it marking all-season or all-weather, you should not too much trust in this, because this is the standard notation, adopted in all countries, with Russia's quality of roads and weather conditions may be very different from European.

High-speed all-weather tires are made directly to improve the characteristics of speed, exploiting your vehicle means year-round, without reducing speed, even on snow or ice. invented high-speed all-season tires recently. This was facilitated by the rapid development of modern technologies in the automotive industry.

For your car can fit several sizes of tires. This is because for the operation car in the cold season, more suited to a small Tires width. In the summer of width may be greater. You must know that the sizes have approximately the same outer diameter of the circle. It does not affect the speedometer reading and kilometrazhnogo counter.

Also very important to consider all the features and technical performance of your car (mass, momentum acceleration, top speed, the tendency to skidding, etc.) in the selection of sizes all season tires. In order to achieve maximum security and comfort while driving, choose only the tire recommended for your vehicle sizes. To make the right choice, it is necessary to take into account the climatic features of the area where you live. Decide for yourself and question about the roads that often you have to move, whether it's urban highways, back roads or off road. Answers These questions will unmistakably choose the right size tire.

To say that all season tires are the perfect option and can avoid their seasonal shifts - not quite right. There are some limitations in terms of the consumer. Most of the tire manufacturer does not welcome all-weather rubber. But By the way, 75% of cars in the U.S. go all-season tires. They are an alternative for those vehicles that have an adequate safety margin. If you have higher requirements for running quality, safety on the wet asphalt and the car's handling, then Of course, we need to count on the summer tires from leading manufacturers. In the case of seeking a better level of traction and maximum safety on snow and ice, the choice of winter tires is the most sensible option.

You can analyze the range of all-season tires from different manufacturers on the basic parameters : controllability, sliding, braking, slalom, aquaplaning.

During the winter the car's handling can not be guaranteed a good traction and short braking distances. The important is the stability when turning or changing lane. This plan is very well-proven tire firm Hankook and Vredestein and Barum not always sufficiently controlled.

In terms of slip, but with Dunlop tires, you can climb on loose snow, to make steep climbs and feel relatively calm. And with Pirelli tires Vredestein and can be reached only on compacted snow. stopping distance all season tires Dunlop, Pirelli and can be compared with winter tires (yield only a few meters). The maximum lateral acceleration and slalom have tires Kumho and Pirelli, and Maxxis. Aquaplaning or expulsion of water is best performed Dunlop and Goodyear.

controllability in the summer time the best possible summer tires, but vsepogodniki Vredestein, Goodyear and Hankook is also slightly inferior to them. From Dunlop and Barum would like to wait for the best, but Maxxis is also cumbersome. But Maxxis strong in braking. inferior to them Goodyear and Hankook. In aquaplaning very unreliable tires Kumho, it ejects the first. A Dunlop, Vredestein and Goodyear hardly concede this as the summer tires.

Summing up:

All season tires - this is a great option for those people who are used to save time and money. They are suitable for use in different climates. But, buying all-season tires, make sure as rubber, buying products well-known manufacturers.

Tip Check the suitability of the selected Your all-season tires for use in countries with a significant difference of temperature in winter and summer.

leaders in the production of all-season tires on the world market are the following companies: Dunlop, Hankook, Maxxis, GoodYear, Pirelli, Kumho, Vredestein and Barum.

Dunlop. UK. Year established firms - 1888. In 1999. part of the rights to the Dunlop brand belonged «GoodYear Tire & Rubber Company».

The spread of prices for all-season tires the company ranges from 2700 rub. up to 7000 rubles. depending on the model and rim size.

Hankook. South Korea. Year of Education is 1941. This applies to corporations and trade mark «Aurora».

Tires this stamps can be purchased at a price of 2000 rubles. up to 6000 rubles.

Maxxis - firm from Taiwan, was founded in 1967. This company has a huge number of factories around the world. In addition, it has major offices in the U.S. in Japan, Germany, Canada, etc.

Prices for tires from this company can be found from 3000 rub.

Company GoodYear was formed in the United States in 1989. It owns such brands as: "Sava", "Kelly", "Debica" and part of the rights to «Dunlop».

The price range for tires GoodYear ranges from 2300 rub. up to 6200 rubles.

Pirelli - a company from Italy. Year of establishment - 1872. It includes brands: «Metzeler», «Armstrong», «Courier», «CEAT».

There is also variation in prices is very large and depends on model and rim size. Pirelli Tires can be purchased at the price of 1300 rubles. up to 5500 rubles.

Company Kumho and Hankook from South Korea, was formed in in 1940 its production of tires was opened in 1961.

Price ranges from 2200 rub. up to 3300 rubles.

Company Vredestein in Holland. Founded Concern - 1946 Their price was - from 3000 rubles.

Barum - Czech company, founded in 1932. Since 1995. was owned by German concern «Continental AG». purchase these tires may be the price of 2000 rubles.

Text: Pasechnik Olga

Summer tires for your car

With the onset of spring days, each motorist is wondering what kind of summer tires for your car a better choice. Road conditions while driving in the winter and summer are very different. From good quality rubber and the security of not only the driver but the passengers.
When choosing a summer tire, note the following characteristics:

• Grade Rubber. Summer tires are more stringent than or winter season.
• Tread. This factor is responsible for adhesion. Degree of controllability depends on the depth of the tread grooves special divert water from the wheels in motion. Qualitative drainage provides a tire with tread height of not less than 4 mm, as well as the presence of subtle pattern on it with a deep line in the middle.
• Tire sizes. The passport of the vehicle indicated what type of tire must be used on the car. Very often specify multiple sizes. Then the rubber is selected based on the fact that for the summer better than wider tires, and winter - are narrower.

The best summer tire manufacturer recognized the Finnish company Nokian. They have achieved excellent results in the summer tests of different brands of rubber, conducted by the magazine at the wheel. " Of the products of this company for installation can recommend tires Nokian NRHi Ecosport (average price for size 185/60 R14 is 2600 rubles. For 1 pcs.) Which are good value for money, although there are comments on the car ride and noise in the cabin . Movement along the dirt road is permitted, but not desirable, since this model summer tires designed for driving on asphalt. They are followed by tire company Michelin. Tires Energy E3A (average price for size 185/60 R14 is 2,590 rubles. For 1 pcs.) Perfectly balanced and have excellent braking performance even on a wet road surface. Three leading manufacturers of automobile tires completes the company Pirelli. Tires P6 (average price for size 185/60 R14 is 2500 rubles. For 1 pcs.) Have excellent braking performance, feel great, like on a wet road surface, and the dry and provide good handling car.

Selection is very much complicated by the presence of numerous manufacturers in the market and to produce new products. Every day can be found in automotive columns of news that a company launches the next novelty that the quality greater than previous models. At present, the period of development of the global financial crisis, one of the main criteria when choosing winter tires is the length of service and fuel economy. Consequently, the company manufacturers try to offer the consumer these tires, which are manufactured on the latest projects and technologies. Well, that today there is an opportunity to choose summer tires depending on conditions. For the motion on the various types of roads are best to buy summer tires with tread pattern as a "Christmas tree." To travel on the nature of the best option of summer tires are the tires "lugs."

Buying summer tires, remember that cheaper tires are not always of good quality. The best option would be to abandon the savings and buy summer tires from an authorized dealer, which directly represents the interests of the manufacturer. This in turn ensures that the manufacturing defect detection summer tires, it can be without unnecessary delay, exchange, and thus will be provided free services for tire changing and balancing. There are a few rules of operation of summer tires, which will help prolong their life span. When choosing a summer tire must adhere to the manual car, pay attention to the recommended tire radius and the width of the rim drive. In automobile tires to at least twice a month to check pressure. At least once every six months to inspect the tire tread to determine the wear and tear, as well as to identify the cuts, punctures, and the presence of foreign objects, and the need to pay attention to the condition of the tire walls. After 10-15 thousand kilometers to produce re-balancing of the wheels. If while driving hit a curb or open the door, the wheel, which accounts for impact, must be inspected to identify the strain or a hernia, as well as to identify the foreign object stuck. If during the operation revealed uneven tread wear or the car while driving away to the side, then immediately conduct a diagnostic test vehicle suspension and camber and toe. After the end of the season of tire you must have proper storage. Tires is desirable to set the vertical position and produce a regular rolling over, at least once a month.

Of course, all car owners understand that the process of replacing the rubber is very time consuming and costly. Motorists should pay for the tire (around 500 rubles. For one wheel), to stand in long lines at service stations, purchase new tires and so on. But it is on the correct use and maintenance of tires depends not only your safety but the safety of your passengers, pedestrians and other motorists.

Text: Pasechnik Olga