Before you answer the question “Which tires to choose”, necessary to define, what size tire for our car. The easiest way is to look at our car wheels and find a line like: 185/60 R14 – this is your tire size. 
How to change tires: two or four?
What to do in a situation, when we want to change only two tires, yl replace all the four? The optimal solution is a four identical tires (the same tire model). true, legislation allows the possibility of having different tire on the two axles of the car (on one axis of the tire must be completely identical), but let us remember, that such a solution reduces the performance of our car.
Two different tire models represent two different characteristics of the braking distance, Two different types of transmission and two ways of transferring the power of the vehicle on the road. behavior of the car will be averaged to the characteristics of the two types of tire, considering, that grip the rear axle is much less predictable during movement. therefore, If you do decide to replace only two tires, then remember – new tires always set back. This reduces the risk of the car turning on a wet road, and also facilitates the control in difficult situations, as emergency braking or tight turn.
Tires are divided into 3 class: economic, medium and high.What class tire selection?
Any major concern, as Michelin, Goodyear, Continental или Bridgestone, It has a range of different grade class, ranging from the cheapest to the most expensive. Usually, There are three main classes of tires:
- budget
- average
- tall.
Class tire is matching quality and price. Remember, that there is a very strong correlation in the case of tires between price and quality. Bus economy class will never have such characteristics, as a high-end tires. high-end tires, eg dunlop tires, represent a high level of technology, but the mileage for a small and quiet style of riding you will not know the full extent of their potential.
Bus Economy
Cheapest brand, as the Barum, Debica, Sava whether Dayton made of old, already proven technologies, previously used in high-end tires. This applies both to the design of the tread and to the mixture used. In the economy class is also coming young brand, such as, Zeetex. In economy class tires main emphasis is on functionality with proven solutions, so it's hard to talk here about innovative technologies.
Bus Economy, best proven in urban areas of temperate climate, in vehicles and lower middle class. Economy class is designed for people, who are looking for cheaper tires. this class tires work best with a quiet ride with a small monthly runs. If you do not make many thousands of kilometers per month, drive mostly in the city, you value a quiet ride, Economy-class tires for you.
Popular models of economy-class tire is:
- Zeetex ZT1000,
- DEBICA 2,
- Debica Presto,
- Zeetex HP102,
- Dayton D320 EVO,
- Zeetex HP1000,
- Barum Brillantis
Tires middle class
middle-class tire is a product, which represent the best compromise between quality and price. Pokryshok model of this class is a great choice for people, who expect something more, than the average user, but, on the other hand, They do not require maximum performance.
The most famous tire brands are middle class Fulda, BFGoodrich, Glue, Firestone или Uniroyal. They can be used in different vehicles, both in the subcompact, and in severe off-road vehicles. They are suitable for both driving around town, and for long routes. Their properties will meet the requirements of drivers representing calm or moderate style of driving.
Tires of this type are very popular because of the good performance on wet and dry roads. This high level of security, comfort and reliability at a very affordable price. Popular model middle-class tire is:
- Uniroyal,
- Rainsport 3,
- Uniroyal RainExpert 3,
- Fulda ECOCONTROL HP,
- Firestone TZ300,
- Hankook Ventus Prime2 K115,
- Hankook Kinergy eco K425,
- Goodyear GT 3,
- Fulda Sport Control,
- Fulda ECOCONTROL,
- BFGoodrich G-Grip.
high-end tires
Premium tire designed with the idea of demanding drivers. It excels on any surface, they are also reliable in extreme weather conditions. Due to the high quality of manufacturing and a very good performance guarantee safety and are suitable for everyday city driving, and on the long routes.
high-grade tires is the most important segment of the tire manufacturers. This is due to the huge financial cost of the study, development and innovation. Tire Premium is a modern and advanced rubber compounds protectors. Premium tires They are the hallmark of each manufacturer, so, decided to buy the tires you get the highest quality, which can give the manufacturer.
Tires in this class, for example Bridgestone, Pireli, Continental, Dunlop, Goodyear, Michelin, designed for medium-sized cars, as for sedans, sports cars and vehicles with large engine capacity. If you travel a lot, you like aggressive driving, only the best tires can guarantee a safe ride in all conditions. Popular models of high-end tires, this:
- Dunlop SP Sport Bluresponse,
- Goodyear Efficientgrip Performance,
- Dunlop SP SportMaxx RT,
- Continental ContiPremiumContact 5,
- Nokia's Line, Nokia zLine.
What kind of tread choose?
In the tire market in Ukraine is very much summer tire models. Let's try to put them in order. In the market there are three common types of tread: symmetric, asymmetric and directional. Each of them represents a different level of technical progress, each type has certain advantages and disadvantages.
symmetrical tires
summer symmetrical tires are much more likely to manufacturers suggestions, than in the case of winter tires. This is due to the fact, what summer tires with symmetrical tread does not work in winter conditions. Protector is a symmetric, wherein the two halves of the tread identical, therefore, to establish such a tire can be any way you want.
The main advantage of the tire with a symmetric tread pattern is the high acoustic comfort. Tread symmetric, if it occurs in conjunction with the proper mixture of tires, It contributes to reduce rolling resistance and, Consequently, It reduces fuel consumption and a positive effect on tire life. symmetrical tires are most often found in sizes 13 and 15 inches. symmetrical tires are quite common also in the range of truck tires, in the class of tires in the budget and mid-range, recommended for a relatively small capacity vehicles. If you are looking for tires for a safe and secure while riding the bus symmetrical for you.
symmetrical tires: DEBICA 2asymmetric tire
Asymmetric tires summer are often found in the manufacturer offers. The first asymmetrical treads appeared on the market about 15 years ago, spread around 10 years ago. Asymmetric tires are now the fastest growing tire market segment. They are increasingly set in the majority of middle-class cars and more.
Asymmetric tire structure different on both sides of the tread. The inner part of the tread is responsible for water removal, and the external is responsible for good handling on the line and in the bends. This solution contributes to vehicle stability in turns (by improving the mass distribution of pressure) and increases tread life.
Tires with asymmetrical tread silent and economical. In the case of asymmetrical tires should pay attention to the installation of (Marking inside - mounted in the vehicle, outside - outside of the vehicle). Asymmetric tracks are most often used in tires of medium and premium classes - recommended for compact cars, city, as well as for sports cars, executive cars with large engine capacity. If you are looking for a quiet and comfortable tire, versatile and cost-effective, which maintain high stability when cornering and when driving straight, Asymmetric tire for you.
Examples of asymmetric tire is:
- Dunlop SP Sport Bluresponse,
- Zeetex ZT1000,
- Goodyear Efficientgrip Performance,
- Uniroyal,
- Rainsport 3,
- Dunlop SP SportMaxx RT,
- Uniroyal RainExpert 3,
- Debica Presto.
Directional tires
Directional tires summer it offers producers for all seasons. This is a very popular type of tread. Directional tires have a tread pattern in the shape of "V". The biggest advantage of the tires with arrows is a good drainage, good response to vehicle acceleration and braking. Directional tread tracks available in all tire classes: budget, medium and high. Recommended for middle-class cars and high, as well as for cars with a sporty character. If you are looking for tires, well water which is withdrawn from the wheels, you have a car with high power, and you want to ensure a good grip during acceleration and braking, the tire for you.
Examples of the tire is:
- Zeetex HP102,
- Dayton D320 EVO,
- Kormoran GAMMA B2,
- BFGoodrich G-Grip,
- Zeetex HP102 +,
- Nexen N’Priz 4S,
- Uniroyal RainExpert.
Why it is necessary to adhere to the size and the indices, recommended by the manufacturer?
your car's manufacturer has provided some additional tire sizes, which can be installed in the car. Together with the size of the manufacturer specifies the index of speed and load index for tires. Application approved tire sizes, along with the indices is very important, because it guarantees the full use of the characteristics of the car. The use of other sizes, associated with the risk of malfunction of the driver assistance systems, as ABS, ESP или ASR, and also fraught with a decrease in the potential of the car in terms of acceleration and adhesion.
