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Winter tyres - for a save driving on snow and ice.
The "M + S" (or M & S, MS) marking can currently be found on winter and all season tyres. Besides this marking, a snowflake symbol can be found on some models. The M + S tyres that have the snowflake symbol meet the higher quality standards. Since 2011, winter tyres are mandatory in Ireland. Having a special blend of rubber that resists to low temperatures, these tyres are more adapted to winter conditions than the summer tyres. Therefore, the car will have a good grip even dealing with low temperatures. The optimised profile reduces the risk of hydroplaning and provides a good grip in snowy and icy conditions. The larger grooves and the additional blades improve stability when switching from snow to wet and to dry road conditions. We have winter tyres suitable for your car. Choose your favorite brand and place an order online in order to take advantage of our competitive prices!
 
Identify the size of your tyre
The exact dimensions of a tyre can be found on the sidewall printed mark. The graphic shows how to read properties and dimensions of the tyre:
 
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SPEED INDEX:
The speed index indicates the maximum speed intended for the tyre. Up to this value, the manufacturer guarantees optimum operation with the appropriate tyre pressure. The maximum speed allowed for this vehicle is given in the vehicle owner's manual; this information can be used to select the appropriate speed index for the tyre. The speed index is the last mark on the sidewall of the tyre.
 
Load Index
Permissible maximum axle load per tyre in kg. To be found in the registration certificate or vehicle registration document or read directly from the tyre (two-digit number). It is permitted to fit a tyre with a higher load index.
 
Driving safety despite puncture
Runflat tyres are puncture-resistant tyres with reinforced sidewalls. This creates the so-called run-flat property. In the event of damage, this allows the vehicle to continue driving up to a distance of approx. 100 km (and even beyond depending on the product) at a maximum speed of 80 km/h, even if the pressure has been completely lost. Run-flat tyres even prevent the tyre rubber from jumping off the rim in the event of a loss of air pressure. A flat tyre is therefore still a flat tyre, but it loses some of its drama. Note: All run-flat tyres are marked with the symbol "RSC" (Runflat System Component) and may only be fitted in vehicles with a functioning air pressure control system!
 
Tyres with increased load capacity
Reinforced tyres are designed for higher loads than normal tyres. They can be identified by the designation 'RF' (reinforced) or also 'XL' or 'Extra Load'. They are used on vans, minibuses, off-road vehicles, etc. However, their mounting alone does not automatically result in higher load capacity but also requires a correspondingly higher air pressure. Furthermore, the load capacity index specified in the vehicle documents continues to apply.
 
Tyres with extra high load capacity
The "C" in the term C tyres stands for "commercial". These tyres are specially designed for commercial vehicles. These can be, for example, lighter trucks, delivery vans, flatbed trucks or panel vans. In other words: vehicles that have to move higher loads at a comparatively lower speed. The multi-ply reinforced C tyres are therefore even more load-bearing than reinforced tyres.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Mobility-optimised tyres
A tyre with a sealing layer on the opposite side of the tyre tread. In the event of a puncture (e.g. by a nail), this layer blocks any loss of air, even if the foreign body causing the puncture is still in the tyre. It is not necessary to stop or change the tyres immediately at the roadside.
 
Tyres optimised for electric vehicles.
Tyre developed for electric vehicles. These tyres can also be used without hesitation on vehicles with other drive systems.
 

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Pirelli Ice Zero Asimmetrico
Pirelli
Pirelli
Ice Zero Asimmetrico
205/55 R16 94T XL Nordic Compound

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 Winter tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip DNoise emissions 69dB
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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 2 ROF
Goodyear
Goodyear
UltraGrip Performance 2 ROF
205/55 R16 91H *, run-flat

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 Winter tyres
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Gislaved Nord*Frost 200
Gislaved
Gislaved
Nord*Frost 200
205/55 R16 94T XL studded

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Falken WINTERPEAK F-SNOW 1
Falken
Falken
WINTERPEAK F-SNOW 1
205/55 R16 94T XL Nordic Compound

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just  171.82 £
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Michelin X-Ice North 4
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Michelin
X-Ice North 4
205/55 R16 94T XL, EV Suitable studded

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Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5
Nokian
Nokian
Hakkapeliitta R5
205/55 R16 94R XL Nordic Compound

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EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance BWet grip DNoise emissions 67dB
just  173.87 £
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Continental WinterContact TS 860
Continental
Continental
WinterContact TS 860
205/55 R16 94V XL Conti Seal

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 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip BNoise emissions 72dB
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25.03.2021fromMike Joul
These tyres won Autoexpress winter testing award and it's easy to see why, I've driven in deep snow with no loss of grip or skidding. I hate snow but these have given me a new level of confidence. I've never failed to get to work or home. The only problem I have had is other road users blocking roads with summer tyres or low profile tyres on. Yes they cost more but they are worth it. I have tried other brands but find these the best. I buy two each year which I put on the front and the older ones in the back, with no loss of traction.
19.04.2020fromJohn Gilbert
Firstly, I cannot comment on what they are like in snow as where I live in the UK had one snowy day this winter. I look on winter tyres as like insurance: I pay for them but hope I never have to use them much. They did absolutely fine in the wet and sub-zero conditions which I did encounter and I felt safe having the right tyres for the conditions. This is not my first set of Contis and won't be my last.
28.03.2020fromGeorge
These tyres are the dogs. No snow or ice this year to leave feedback. After 6 months driving over the winter months, and 3600 km's, the wear was only 1mm on the back, and 1/2 mm on the front. Truly outstanding. I won't need to change these tyres for years. Well done Continental.
16.06.2019fromRose
Great grip. No problems driving in snow & ice, even going up hills. Felt like driving in normal road conditions. Previous winter, before I changed to winter tyres, car had no grip whatsoever, couldn't even manage a slight incline. Continental winter tyres are amazing, money well spent!
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Falken WINTERPEAK F-ICE 1
Falken
Falken
WINTERPEAK F-ICE 1
205/55 R16 94T XL studded

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Continental VikingContact 8
Continental
Continental
VikingContact 8
205/55 R16 94T XL, EVc Nordic Compound

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Barum Polaris North 6
Barum
Barum
Polaris North 6
205/55 R16 94T XL, EVc Nordic Compound

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EU Tyre Label
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just  177.17 £
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Continental IceContact 3
Continental
Continental
IceContact 3
205/55 R16 94T XL studded

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just  181.85 £
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Hankook Winter I*Pike RS2 W429
Hankook
Hankook
Winter I*Pike RS2 W429
205/55 R16 94T XL studded SBL

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 Winter tyres
limited stock
just  182.04 £
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Bridgestone Blizzak Spike 3
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak Spike 3
205/55 R16 94T XL studded

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 Winter tyres
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just  183.19 £
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Barum Polaris Ice 6
Barum
Barum
Polaris Ice 6
205/55 R16 94T XL, EVc studded

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just  184.99 £
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Nordman North RS3
Nordman
North RS3
205/55 R16 94R XL Nordic Compound

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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip ENoise emissions 72dB
just  188.50 £
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Goodyear Ultra Grip Arctic 2
Goodyear
Goodyear
Ultra Grip Arctic 2
205/55 R16 94T XL, EVR studded

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just  190.38 £
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Nordman North 9
Nordman
North 9
205/55 R16 94T XL studded

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 Winter tyres
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just  207.50 £
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Triangle Icelynx TI501
Triangle
Triangle
Icelynx TI501
205/55 R16 94T XL studdable

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 Winter tyres
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just  215.22 £
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Cooper WM SA2+
Cooper
Cooper
WM SA2+
205/55 R16 91T

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 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip BNoise emissions 71dB
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Kilometers driven325000
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Nexen Winguard SnowG WH2
Nexen
Nexen
Winguard SnowG WH2
205/55 R16 94V XL 4PR

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 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip CNoise emissions 70dB
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15.03.2023fromJan Crawford
Been pleased with these Nexen tyres, perform well in snow and ice here in Scotland.
11.04.2022fromKS
Fuel economy and comfort seem fine, grip on wet roads is pretty terrible, wheelspin going uphill and lift-off oversteer are something I’ve never experienced in this car in 200km of ownership until I fitted these tyres. Will be going back to Blizzaks for winter.
29.04.2020fromMark
We purchased these tyres for use in the ski season in the alps. They were excellent, the car gripped and stopped well. I never had to use snow chains. I would buy them again but I have no points of reference as to how they compare against other tyres.
10.05.2019fromMatt Henson
I was surprised how good these tyres are, winter tyres are never supreme performers in the wet and when they let go, you do notice! Tread ware is awesome, they are lasting a lot longer than summer tyres (perhaps because you can't push them as hard and a standard D5 can dump too much power on the front wheels) They are quiet but essentially they work well on snow and ice. Recommended
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Falken EUROWINTER HS01 RUNFLAT
Falken
Falken
EUROWINTER HS01 RUNFLAT
205/55 R16 91H BLK, run-flat

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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance EWet grip CNoise emissions 71dB
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Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
Pirelli
Pirelli
Cinturato Winter 2
205/55 R16 91T

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 Winter tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip BNoise emissions 69dB
just  340.05 £
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM 005
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak LM 005
205/55 R16 91T , EVc

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 Winter tyres
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EU Tyre Label
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Kilometers driven4069330
24.06.2024fromDes
Great tyres , good all round grip, as I live in Scotland the seasons change every 5mins, with plenty of rain & the odd bit of snow , I do some off road driving and never got the car stuck, I do run this type of tyre all year round , but as the car is quite light I always change my tyres when they get down to 3mm , I think this is far safer ,
01.04.2024fromRobert
The tyres perform unbelievably well. Braking and grip in the wet is just phenomenal. Outstanding performance. Superb and consistent grip in heavy persistent rain along French motorway to the UK, long and short journeys.
16.05.2023fromRacer 1974
I went for the BMW approved (star marked) Blizzak and I’m very happy with the tyres. I’ve had Conti Winter Contact on previous cars and in regular use I would say the Blizzak is very comparable. The car retains decent steering feel and traction on wet and dry roads plus offers a far greater level of grip on snow/slush over a regular tyre. Ride comfort seems pretty much unchanged, as always with winters there is a little more noise but it’s slight and after 5 minutes you don’t notice! Fuel consumption does increase very slightly over the summer tyres BUT that could be down to the cold weather as much as the tyres!
11.05.2023fromSam Summers
I bought these so that I wouldn't have any mishaps during the winter in my beloved car. I was worried that it would be a nightmare to drive in the snow due to being rear wheel drive and its power. I put these tyres on the front and different winter tyres on the rear and never had any problems at all - very surprised and impressed!
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