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Sat 17 Jul 2004 14:56

Tyres general - Al Civic

Hi whats the best make and type of tyres for normal use, providing a combination of decent grip and long wear?

cheers

Al

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Sat 17 Jul 2004 17:48

Tyres general - LeePower

Michelin Pilot Premacy works very well for me

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Sat 17 Jul 2004 23:09

Tyres general - none

Tyres generally. Michelin are the best.

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Sun 18 Jul 2004 11:31

Tyres general - Stuartli

Some links to various tests:

www.tyres-online.co.uk/tyretest/tests.asp

trial.which.co.uk/motoring.php?p_id=107&roi=100010...=

www.blackcircles.com/tyres?source=menu

www.tyremaster.com.au/press_releases/2003/2003-05-...p

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Sun 18 Jul 2004 11:59

Tyres general - boris

I favour Toyo at the moment.
They're a big brand in South East Asia but not in Europe. Consequently pricing is favourable.

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Sun 18 Jul 2004 23:42

Tyres general - Cyd

decent grip and long wear.... Michelin

if you're prepared to sacrifice some longevity for improved grip in the wet, then go for Goodyear Eagle Ventura. These have come out top for wet performance in various tests, though usually fail to win outright because other tyres major on dry performance and wear rate.

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Mon 19 Jul 2004 12:18

Tyres general - Mapmaker

If you're (that fussy that you've asked this question and are) prepared to sacrifice grip for longevity, go for Michelin.

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