What you should pay attention to when buying tires
The selection and requirements for car tires are high and with that the brands and models. After a certain mileage, car tires wear out and lose tread depth and, with a lifespan of around 9 years, also the quality of the rubber substance. These two factors are very important for safe and roadworthy use. Quick note: A tread depth of less than 1.6 millimeters is not permitted in traffic and can lead to fines. We explain here what you should look out for when buying tires.
Firstly, it is important to decide which type of tire you actually need. You can find the difference between summer, winter or all-weather tires in our blog. You should also consider which tire size is intended for your vehicle. Whether it is a car, SUV, van or van, each of these vehicles has a specific tire size that the new tires must correspond to. You can find the information on the tire size on the sidewall of your current tires. Optionally, you can also read the information in your vehicle registration document or registration certificate. Among other things, it contains information about the height of the tires and which rim size is suitable. It also specifies the maximum load and the maximum speed that you can drive with the tires.
You can also use the EU tire label to choose the right tires. It contains information about rolling resistance, wet grip and rolling noise of the tires. The first two parameters are rated alphabetically, with A being the best rating. The noise emission is shown with one to three stripes. The higher the number of stripes, the more noise the tire produces.
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