Why are some makes of tyre more expensive than others?
A Just look at Formula 1. Tyre companies spend a fortune on R&D so their tyres are better than their competitors. Some tyres are better than others for tyre life because the compound of rubber used is different . As a rule, we find Michelin tyres last well (but aren’t cheap) but they are not necessarily the best for roadholding. Other factors come in to play too: conditions of use and road noise. Tread patterns vary from make to make and we find that certain cars (the SAAB 9-5 springs to mind) react very badly to having budget tyres fitted due to extra noise in the cabin. Ask for our FREE advice – it is based on years of experience and at the end of the day you don’t have to take it!
