What Makes A Good All Rounder Tyre?
As the weather in southern England has been demonstrating lately, it is best to be prepared for anything when you are driving on our roads. In the last month we’ve had gorgeous sunny days, torrential rain, fog, brief snow flurries and even hail. In conditions like these, you really need to choose a good all rounder for your car tyres so that you are ready to drive safely in any conditions.
There are many different aspects to consider when you are looking for an all rounder tyre; from the comfort of the ride to the stopping distances in differing conditions. A good all rounder should perform well in braking tests on both wet and dry roads, as you never know which you will be facing in a British Summer! Similarly, it needs to demonstrate good handling on both wet and dry roads as you can’t exactly avoid corners just because it’s raining. Safe handling is a must for any tyre, but an all rounder can’t focus on one aspect of safety to the detriment of another.
Rolling resistance is another aspect to consider as the lower it is, the more fuel efficient the car tyres will be, and your tyres should last longer. While you may need to spend more for a good all rounder car tyre, it is worth remembering that its lower rolling resistance, increased fuel efficiency and increased tyre longevity will result in lower overall running costs for the car. You will need to refill your car less frequently, and replace your tyres less often.