For the sake of safety and the environment

Developed for mid-sized and compact class vehicles. Perfect for safe, fuel efficient driving. Engineered in Germany, Continental offers premium tyres with optimum braking performance and safety. Optimised rolling resistance for reduced fuel consumption. Trusted by leading car manufacturers, including the models eg. Audi A3, BMW Series 3 and Peugeot 1007.

The new Performance-Eco tire

Combining short braking distances on wet and dry roads with low rolling resistance has in the past always been considered extremely problematic. Europe's leading tire manufacturer Continental has now launched a product which resolves this problem with apparent ease - the new ContiEcoContact™ 5. The tire engineers did, however, have to tread new ground in terms of all the tire elements involved - casing, compound, tire contour and tread pattern design - in order to achieve the high level of progress.

The main target conflicts when reducing rolling resistance relate to the safety-relevant characteristics of a tire. This means that the conflict between rolling resistance and handling can be influenced via the design, whilst the tire compound can assist in the problem area of low rolling resistance and short braking distances in the wet, changing the tire contour allows mileage performance to be enhanced, and the tread pattern can have a positive effect on braking characteristics in the wet. The sum total of the potential improvements helps the new tire to achieve a considerably better overall performance with even more balanced driving characteristics. The engineers at Continental therefore focused on all these areas in order to meet the high requirements made on the new tire for compact cars and large saloons.

Technical details

For the sake of safety and the environment. Optimised rolling resistance for reduced fuel consumption. The ContiEcoContact 5 was developed in close co-operation with Europe’s leading car manufacturers. This is an entirely new tire concept aimed specifically at motorists who drive longer distances, but also at those who are very mindful of both fuel consumption and the environment.

The challenge was to reduce rolling resistance on the tire and, at the same time, ensure a high level of safety during braking. This required a completely new approach to all four components of the tire: design, contour, compound and tread pattern. The result was reduced CO2 emissions and lower fuel consumption, while still delivering excellent braking performance. High braking safety and short braking distances on wet roads. The combination of special additives and optimised tread lug edges makes for improved grip in the wet, leading to short, safe braking distances on wet roads. Moreover, functionalised polymer chains firmly linked to the silica mean lower rolling resistance.

Extra-thin sipes reduce tread deformation, thereby also minimising energy loss. Best handling on wet and dry roads. A higher apex and the use of additional bead reinforcements ensure safer and more direct transmission of the lateral forces occurring when steering on wet and dry roads. The weight-reduced sidewall is more supple in its design, thereby also contributing towards improved rolling resistance. Less lost energy with good handling characteristics. Less deformation movement in the sidewall area above the rim and easier deflection in the sidewall flexing zone by constructive measures. A flat contour with optimal distribution of thread grooves stands for a reduced tread movement and a minimized lateral and longitudinal slip.

Benefits

• Optimised rolling resistance for reduced fuel consumption
• High braking safety and short braking distances on wet roads
• Best handling on wet and dry roads

Optimised rolling resistance for reduced fuel consumption. The ContiEcoContact™ 5 was developed in close co-operation with Europe’s leading car manufacturers. This is an entirely new tyre concept aimed specifically at motorists who drive longer distances, but also at those who are very mindful of both fuel consumption and the environment. The challenge was to reduce rolling resistance on the tyre and, at the same time, ensure a high level of safety during braking. This required a completely new approach to all four components of the tyre: design, contour, compound and tread pattern. The result was reduced CO2 emissions and lower fuel consumption, while still delivering excellent braking performance.

High braking safety and short braking distances on wet roads. The combination of special additives and optimised tread lug edges makes for improved grip in the wet, leading to short, safe braking distances on wet roads. Moreover, functionalised polymer chains firmly linked to the silica mean lower rolling resistance. Extra-thin sipes reduce tread deformation, thereby also minimising energy loss.

Best handling on wet and dry roads. A higher apex and the use of additional bead reinforcements ensure safer and more direct transmission of the lateral forces occurring when steering on wet and dry roads. The weight-reduced sidewall is more supple in its design, thereby also contributing towards improved rolling resistance.

Michelin Pilot Sport 3

Product benefits:

Better roadholding in bends and three metres shorter braking distance on wet roads(1)
More driving pleasure: very precise steering acclaimed by car manufacturers(2)
Energy efficiency combined with remarkable tyre mileage, resulting from experience gained from 15 consecutive Le Mans 24 Hour victories.

Technology:

'Anti Surf System': for optimum grip on wet surfaces.
MICHELIN is introducing the 'GREEN X' marking on a sport tyre range for the first time.
High Performance and energy efficiency with 'Green Power Compound'.

Legal mentions:
(1) Tests carried out by TÜV SÜD in 2009, tyre size 245/40 ZR 18 Y. Compared with MICHELIN Pilot sport PS2.
(2) The MICHELIN Pilot sport range is approved for OE fitment on more than 200 vehicle models.

The two central grooves of the NS-2, along with the v-shaped tread of the tyre, improve the drainage of water on the tyre surface and hence reduce the risk aquaplaning.

When dry, the v-shaped tread ribs ensure a uniform pressure distribution so that the entire contact surface of the tyre can be used for power transmission.

Computer similated V-shaped drainage sub-grooves increase resistance to hydroplaning at high speed running through deep water.

Two-in-one pitches and variable width tread profile help to reduce pattern noise and provide a quieter comfort.

Shoulder edge sipes ensure even and prolonged tread wear.

More miles and more economy - driving without limits

For sporty driving in all vehicles classes. Exceptionally good in all driving conditions.

• Barum offers affordable long lasting performance
• Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads
• Fits perfectly for example to Skoda Octavia, BMW Series 3 Convertible and VW Golf Convertible

The Bravuris 3HM delivers what the affix 'HM' promises: High Mileage!
Thanks to minimal wear you can be sure to go further - with regard to mileage as well as superb driving comfort.

The Bravuris 3HM is a well-balanced tire that perfectly combines greater mileage with confident handling in all driving situations, offering extraordinary value for money.

• Higher mileage due to reduced wear rate, even wear shape and reduced friction energy
• Precise handling and safe driving on winding roads
• Good directional stability
• Short wet braking distances

Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads.
The high lateral stiffness due to closed shoulders with macroblocks lead to a superb transmission of lateral forces at minor steering angles. The effect of excellent handling on winding roads is complemented by intermediate ribs which guarantee good directional stability.

Short wet braking distances.
The large number of gripping edges provided by sipes and the high number of pitches improve the contact with the road surface. The state of the art tread compound also guarantees optimum adhesion and short stopping distances on wet road surfaces.

High mileage.
The wide, flat contour and a high number of pitches and sipes evenly distribute the pressure. The block deformation in the ground contact area is thereby reduced and the wear is low, which increases the mileage.

High Mileage

Feature: A wide, flat contour with a large number of pitches and sipes
Effect: Even pressure distribution and reduced block deformation on the ground contact area
Benefit: Higher mileage thanks to reduced and even wear

Dry Handling

Feature: High lateral stiffness thanks to closed shoulders with macro-blocks
Effect: Wide center and intermediate ribs support the transference of side forces at narrow wheel angles
Benefit: Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads

Wet braking

Feature: Improved road surface contact thanks to a high number of grip edges due to sipes and a high pitch count number
Effect: State-of-the-art compound guarantees an improved grip on wet surfaces
Benefit: Short wet braking distances

Three-level groove

Surface phase increases rigidity and improves handling
Wide groove structure allows high water absorption and improved wet handling
Finned body improves wet braking because gripping edges interact with the road surface

Uniroyal RainSport 3 - The black shark

The new RainSport 3 – the latest-generation rain tyres.
The new Uniroyal RainSport 3 combines the best of two worlds to set a new standard in wet-weather performance. Its flowoptimised asymmetrical pattern optimally combines the benefits of asymmetrical and directional patterns. The result: maximum protection against aquaplaning as well as optimal grip when cornering and quiet interior noise throughout the tyre’s lifetime.

For compact-, middle- and upper-class vehicles and SUVs. Uniroyal offers more than 45 years of rain tyre know-how for optimum performance in the wet. High safety against aquaplaning. Rated as „recommended“ in the Auto, Motor & Sport summer tyre test 2014 (tested size 205/55 R16 V). It is the best tyre for longitudinal aquaplaning and wet handling.

Bionic: high-tech learns a lesson from nature.
The Uniroyal RainSport 3 is the first ever tyre to feature the completely new Shark Skin Technology. Uniroyal has transferred the unique flow-optimised quality of sharkskin to the surface structure in the longitudinal grooves of a tyre. Shark Skin Technology minimises turbulence, so that water can be channelled away more quickly – for maximum protection against aquaplaning.

• High aquaplaning safety
• Short braking distances
• High grip when cornering
• Quiet interior noise

High safety against aquaplaning. The new Shark Skin Technology and Ultimate Flow Structure optimise water flow. For the RainSport 3 the shark skin structure has been transferred to the longitudinal grooves of the pattern improving the aquaplaning safety.

Short braking distances on wet roads. Numerous grip edges due to a high volume of sipes improve the contact with the road surface. Due to extensive cushioning of the tread compound this leads to short braking distances on wet roads even in high braking situation.

High grip when cornering. Fast Curve Configuration provides the shoulder blocks high lateral stiffness for a direct transfer of the side forces. The flexible shoulder blocks enlarge the ground contact surface. Both lead to high grip when cornering on wet and dry roads.

Lightly rolling safety for varying weather

Summer tyre for smaller and mid-sized family cars

A summer tyre designed for the Central European summer; especially for drivers who desire an enjoyable driving feel as well as uncompromising safety for any weather. This lightly rolling tyre offers green and economical driving comfort.

• UNCOMPROMISING SAFETY
• STABLE AND PLEASANTLY SILENT
• LOW ROLLING RESISTANCE SAVES FUEL AND PRESERVES THE ENVIRONMENT

Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance

Boost your driving confidence with enhanced grip, for reduced braking distances even in the wettest conditions. The Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance tyre delivers excellent grip, shorter braking distances on wet roads and improved fuel efficiency.

The WearControl Technology with two different tread compounds offers an optimal balance of low rolling resistance and high grip at wet. The 3D-Block-Active Braking-Technology enables short braking distance on dry roads. The all performance tyre for medium class and high end cars.

The new EfficientGrip Performance features continuous circumferential ribs as well as Goodyear’s ActiveBraking Technology to improve handling and braking distances on both wet and dry roads. A new chafer compound reduces rolling resistance whilst a new base compound with innovative CoolCushion Layer2 increases energy efficiency and reduces fuel consumption as a result.

The tyre with improved grip and shorter braking distances on wet roads

• A-rated* grip on wet roads
• Reduced fuel consumption
• Shorter braking distances, with improved wet braking
• Low rolling resistance

Lower fuel consumption. We use FuelSaving Technology to create a new base compound that reduces the tyre's energy dissipation. Rolling resistance is reduced by 18%4 meaning improved fuel efficiency and lower driving costs for you.

A-rated wet grip. Rated A1 for wet grip performance, the highest rating awarded under EU regulations.

Improved wet braking and lower rolling resistance. WearControl Technology ensures an optimal balance between wet grip and low rolling resistance for the life of the tyre.

Shorter braking distances for driving confidence. ActiveBraking Technology increases contact between the tyre and the road surface for shorter braking distances – up to two metres (8%) shorter on wet roads2 and 3% shorter in the dry3.

Superior grip on wet roads
The EfficientGrip Performance tyre demonstrates such outstanding grip on wet surfaces that the majority of sizes available have received an A rating under EU regulations – the highest rating possible.

WearControl Technology
The best wet braking with minimal resistance Goodyear's WearControl Technology is designed to strike the ideal balance between a firm grip on wet roads, and low rolling resistance, to reduce your petrol consumption and ensure a smoother ride.

ActiveBraking Technology
Reduced braking distance Enjoy the ultimate driving confidence on every journey with ActiveBraking Technology. This feature creates a larger contact surface between the tyre and road, to deliver dramatically shorter braking distances – as much as 8% less on wet roads, and up to 3% less on dry.

FuelSaving Technology
Save on fuel Each tyre is made with a specially designed base compound that manages energy dissipation across the tyre. This FuelSaving Technology reduces rolling resistance by as much as 8%, which boosts fuel efficiency and decreases your costs over the long term.

ALL GRIP. NO COMPROMISE.

The Dunlop Sport BluResponse delivers excellent wet grip and superb fuel efficiency.

• 2.8 meters shorter braking in wet*
• 3 meters shorter braking in dry*
• 30% better fuel-saving design**
• Lower noise due to closed shoulder grooves

Advantages:

• Fuel saving
• Excellent wet grip
• Driving comfort
• Lower noise

Fuel-saving design. The Sport BluResponse employs an aerodynamic shape and low-heat compound to reduce rolling resistance by 30% compared to its predecessor*. That translates to average savings of €100 per year in fuel costs**.

Excellent performance on wet. The Sport BluResponse uses a polymer compound to give you better grip and handling on wet roads. Large central grooves in the tread evacuate water quickly, reducing the risk of aquaplaning.

Shorter braking. Dunlop’s innovative Short Braking blocks reduce braking distances on wet and dry roads. Designed for high performance driving, these extra-stiff blocks increase road contact under braking force.

Lower noise. Closed shoulder grooves suppress noise emission, for a quieter and more comfortable ride.

Technology (Features):

• Heat dispersing compound
• Optimized tyre construction
• Grooves for quick water dispersal
• Short Braking block

Specific bead seat system. Strengthens the link between tyre and rim for a more precise driving experience. Like the grip between your hand and the steering wheel, the Specific Bead Seat System enhances control and conveys outstanding road feedback.Benefits Enhanced road feedback; greater stability and precision.

Jointless Belt (JLB). A Hybrid Overlay Technology that reduces circumferential deformations at high speeds.Benefits Superior high speed stability

Maximum Flange Shield (MFS). A rim flange protection system. MFS employs a profile of rubber that runs around the circumference of the tyre above the wheel flange. This creates a protective buffer zone.* Benefits Protects expensive alloy wheels from kerbing.* Only available in select sizes

Variable land to sea ratio. Asymmetric tread design with a variable land to sea ratio delivers high levels of aquaplaning resistance. The massive outer shoulder block ensures rapid and turbulence free water drainage, while also ensuring outstanding cornering stability.Benefits High aquaplaning resistance; increased road contact; enhanced cornering stability and steering precision.

Asymmetric Tread Design. Asymmetric tread design provides improved handling and aquaplaning resistance. The continuous center rib increases stability and precision. The asymmetric groove arrangement enhances grip on wet and dry surfaces.Benefits Improved performance on straight lines and around corners

Flatter tread profile. The new generation of Dunlop tyres features a flatter tread profile with a 4-8% bigger contact patch, depending on size and type of tyre. A bigger contact patch delivers more stability and enhanced road feedback, allowing tires to respond quickly and precisely.Benefits Increased stability and steering precision; reduced heel and toe wear; excellent cornering stability and precision; superior dry grip.

Multi Radius Tread (MRT). MRT designs employ ten different radii and are therefore more precise. This results in highly effective pressure deployment on the road contact patch. The effect is smoother transitions from straight to corner, leading to more precise and progressive reactions.Benefits Significantly better control over the evolution of the footprint in all driving conditions; responsive wet and dry handling; increased cornering control.

Consumer benefits:

• Heat dispersing compound
• Optimized tyre construction
• Grooves for quick water dispersal
• Short Braking block

All-new High-Performance Tire for compact and mid-size vehicles. The special design combines dynamic and efficiency, thereby shorter braking distances, top wet performance and reduced rolling resistance. Derived from Dunlop's work in motorsport, where the desire for low fuel consumption and good wear properties are now just as important as the raw grip of the tyre.

Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo

RELAX AND ENJOY THE JOURNEY

Get the confidence to follow the road - and your heart - wherever it may lead. The Turanza T001 is designed to deliver the highest standards of safety, comfort and efficiency mile after mile. So you and your loved ones can relax and enjoy the journey with the peace of mind you deserve.

Fuel Economy
Low rolling resistance.

Wet Control
High traction and stable handling in wet weather.

Comfort
Smooth and comfortable ride.

NOT AN ORDINARY ONE

The tyre for city and compact cars. Good control in both dry and wet conditions ensuring a comfortable driving experience. Reduction of rolling resistance, especially in urban situations.

ENERGY™ EFFICIENT: Reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

CLEAN AIR: Made from eco-compatible materials that minimise environmental impact, both at the production stage and throughout the life of the tyre.

HIGH MILEAGE: Longer lasting tyre that maintains high levels of performance and safety.

LOW NOISE: Already complies with the 2012 EU Regulation on the reduction of noise, resulting in improved driving comfort.

Elegant and distinctive, CINTURATO™ P1™ is the premium solution to urban mobility. CINTURATO™ P1™ has been created to take full advantage of latest materials, structures and tread pattern design in order to guarantee savings, respect for the environment, comfort and safety on all road surfaces

TOYO PROXES CF2

New Proxes CF2 has been created to take advantage of the latest materials, structures and tread pattern design in order to guarantee a high level of safety, durability, savings, and comfort. Proxes CF2 benefits from an improved tyre construction and a new full-silica tread compound. The new tyre has a longer tyre life, better wet performance and lower fuel consumption. Proxes CF2 is the right choice for drivers looking for a high performing and safe tyre for medium and high powered cars.

Super Active Polymer Compound
Improved Rolling Resistance performance
Improved mileage

Wider Main Grooves
Excellent wet braking (Grade B)
Excellent water clearance
Enhanced aquaplaning resistance

Optimised Pattern Stiffness
Low rolling resistance
Increased mileage
Improved wet and dry braking

Shoulder Rib Block
Reduced noise

The UHP tyre. For middle-class vehicles and executive cars.

ProTech HP is the new Viking UHP tyre, designed for all areas. This modern tyre is suitable for middle and upper class cars. Due to the new technical orientated asymmetric tread pattern ProTech HP offers an overall performance improvement. HP = well balanced high performance tyre with sporting capabilities.

• Excellent handling due to enlarged contact area with the road
• Higher safety to avoid aquaplaning because of circumferential grooves
• Higher mileage with balanced wear pattern
• Viking delivers affordable quality and performance
• Exemplary handling in dry conditions
• Rated as “satisfactory” by AutoBild in their summer tyre test 2013 (dimension tested 195/65 R15 V)

Premium Quality Winter Tire The King Meiler Winter Tact 81 stands for safety and driving comfort for upscale class vehicles. Its asymmetrical pattern allows a high grip in winterly circumstances.

Thanks to the curved deep and wide lateral grooves water and snow can be lead and deduced in a high volume degree towards the sides. The result is a premium product with excellent driving comfort and safety.

Premium Quality Winter Tire The King Meiler Winter Tact 81 stands for safety and driving comfort for upscale class vehicles. Its asymmetrical pattern allows a high grip in winterly circumstances.

Thanks to the curved deep and wide lateral grooves water and snow can be lead and deduced in a high volume degree towards the sides. The result is a premium product with excellent driving comfort and safety.

The top performer around bends

For compact- and middle-class, sporty cars and MPVs.

The new Altimax Sport guarantees precise steering response and safe driving on curvy and also on wet roads. Furthermore the modern silica tread compound bridges the gap between the target conflict wet performance and rolling resistance.

• Born in the USA, General Tire offers products for all types of vehicles, for all seasons and all terrains
• Shorter braking distance
• Precise steering response and safe driving on curvy roads
• Low fuel consumption and high mileage
• Fits perfectly for example to VW Golf, BMW 3 Series and Ford S-Max

Precise steering response and safe driving on curvy roads. Outer shoulder blocks give the tyre lateral rigidity and optimum stability. The steering response is always precise – for safe driving even on winding roads.

Shorter braking distances on wet roads. Wide grooves running around the circumference and open shoulder blocks quickly displace water from the tyre contact area. This shortens the stopping distance.

Low fuel consumption and high mileage. In order to achieve both good performance in wet conditions and low rolling resistance, the innovative silica compound ensures minimal deformation and optimum hysteresis. This decreases fuel consumption and increases mileage.

VAI - Visual Alignment Indicator signals incorrect alignment. Over the first 1,000 kilometres, Visual Alignment Indicator technology (VAI) signals to the driver if the tread is not wearing evenly due to incorrect alignment. This significantly increases the service life of the tyre.

RTM - Replacement Tire Monitor for greater safety. RTM technology tells the driver in good time when a tyre change is due, which increases safety.

The all-season tyres of German production “King Meiler”, the AS-1, characterised by asymmetrical, non-directional profile design with clearly recognisable summer + winter side. Optimal performance on dry + wet roads + maximum winter grip. Linear grooves in the tread for additional road grip. Made in Germany. Tested by TÜV-Nord and tested by Testing Laboratory Nord!

The all-season tyres of German production “King Meiler”, the AS-1, characterised by asymmetrical, non-directional profile design with clearly recognisable summer + winter side. Optimal performance on dry + wet roads + maximum winter grip. Linear grooves in the tread for additional road grip. Made in Germany. Tested by TÜV-Nord and tested by Testing Laboratory Nord!