In harsh winter conditions, the right tires make a significant contribution to road safety. Having studied the reviews, reviews and test results of serious and picky experts of the magazine “Behind the Wheel”, we bring to your attention studded winter tire rating 2013-2014.
The top ten includes both last year’s proven models and new products that showed the best results in different tests. As for the cost of tires, tires from all price categories are included in the top winter tires. Detailed review below.
This list is out of date. An updated winter tire test 2015-2016 and a rating of the best tires of the season have been published.
Test results:
10. Bridgestone Blizzak Spike 01
This model from Bridgestone is the successor to Ice Cruiser tires. A distinctive feature of the rubber is the cross-shaped spike “Cross-Edge Pin”. Tires show excellent grip on ice, maximum snow performance and high reliability.
The average cost of a tire size 175/65 / R14 - 2 600 rubles.
9. Michelin X-Ice North 3
The novelty of the 2013-2014 season was developed specifically for the road conditions of Russia and the CIS countries. In comparison with the tires of the previous generation, the designers were able to improve the fixation of the studs by 25% and reduce the braking distance by 10%.
The average price of one X-ICE NORTH 3 tire is 5,200 rubles.
8. Pirelli Ice Zero
In the manufacture of this rubber, the latest PIRELLI DUAL STUD studding technology has been used. Each spike has an elongated core that increases resistance, a wide base, reinforced fastening and a flat surface that reduces wear.
The average cost of one tire is 4,800 rubles.
7. Amtel Nordmaster ST
The features of this tire model are the best combination of studs with the original tread pattern, which provides a large number of catching edges in the contact patch. Also, the tires received a reinforced bead design, which increases their reliability. By the way, the best winter studded tires do not have to be fabulously expensive.
The average price of a tire Nordmaster ST - 1790 rubles.
6. Cordiant Polar 2
The original central groove in the form of a snake, “decorating” the tread of these tires makes it easy to keep the car on ice, snow and slush. Enhanced traction is provided by 128 spikes in 4 rows. The optimized rubber composition allowed to achieve high wear resistance of rubber.
The average price of one tire is 1950 rubles.
5. Nokian Nordman 4
Under each spike on these tires is an elastic pad that softens contact with the road, reduces noise and increases the strength of the spike. An arrow-shaped tread pattern allows better removal of wet snow and dirt from under the wheels.
The average price of one tire is 2435 rubles.
4. Gislaved NordFrost 100
Large "checkers" of the tread of this rubber have an irregular shape, which provides better grip on the winter road. The best winter tires are developed using computer technology. In this case, it was on the computer that the wave-like 3D lamellas were modeled, which increased controllability.
The average price of one tire is 2 795 rubles.
3. Michelin X-Ice North 2
Tires have 12 stud lines, as well as a two-layer tread structure that holds studs securely and increases tire life. Compared to the first model, X-IceNorth 2 has 10% improved braking on ice, handling in the snow, and 5% improved handling on ice and directional stability.
The average price of one tire is 3,120 rubles.
2. Continental ContiIceContact
This range of tires presents all sizes for cars from the compact class to four-wheel drive SUVs. Compared with the previous ContiWinterViking 2 hit, these tires have improved grip and handling on all types of road surfaces.
The average price of one tire is 3,590 rubles.
1. Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8
Hakkapeliitta 8 - the best winter tires 2013 - 2014. Compared to last year’s model, the number eight spikes were increased by 48-50% depending on the size. At the same time, tires have become lighter, and a new stud shape provides optimal grip. These tires, having passed the test of winter studded tires 2013-2014 from the experts of the publication “Behind the Wheel”, received a maximum rating of 13 out of 16 possible indicators.
The average price of one tire is 3,700 rubles.
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In the manufacture of this rubber, the latest PIRELLI DUAL STUD studding technology has been used. Each spike has an elongated core that increases resistance, a wide base, reinforced fastening and a flat surface that reduces wear.
