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Everything you need to know about tyres. Choose wisely - drive safely!
Swap tyres as soon as the first frosts hit, or wait until 1 December, when the law requires winter tyres? Latvia's regulatory requirements and figures from independent braking tests help pinpoint the right moment - and explain why changing too early is not a good idea either.
Are cheaper all-season tyres a smart choice or a risky saving? Independent tests from ADAC, Auto Bild and Tyre Reviews reveal a surprising truth: budget tyres brake up to 18 metres longer on wet roads than premium options - and cost more in the long run. We compare braking distances, tread life and total costs over 60,000 km with specific figures.
Tyres are the only contact between your car and the road - braking, cornering stability and fuel consumption all depend directly on them. Yet many drivers choose tyres on price alone, without knowing what the numbers on the sidewall mean or why you shouldn't fit passenger-car tyres on an SUV. In this guide we explain, in plain language, everything you need to know before you buy.