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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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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ZP
Michelin
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4 ZP
255/40 R18 99Y XL *, EV Suitable, run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance BWet grip BNoise emissions 71dB
just  € 267.42
 
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Michelin
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
255/40 R18 99Y XL *, EV Suitable

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip ANoise emissions 72dB
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18.04.2026fromJ Lynch
Smooth ride. Incredible grip that even prevents the traction control from engaging in brisk pull aways from a standstill. (My car is FWD). The only negative with the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is that tyre wear does appear to be slightly higher than with a regular tyre.
15.02.2024fromDavid Wood
Flourless great in all conditions even got us home at 40 to 50 mph after running over something in the fast lane of the M5 northbound. Can&rsquo;t praise enough.
09.02.2023fromJohn Molloy
These tyres are noticeable quieter than my previous tyres, Kumho Exta. Cornering grip is better and fuel consumption is slightly better
09.12.2021fromNicholas
I&#39;ve driven roughly 22,000km as this was when i would of rebuilt the engine and got the car ready for road, by far these are the best tyres I&#39;ve ever experienced on a car, I had used continentals and dunlop&#39;s beforehand, 2 competitors to Michelin, and before now, I always struggled with understeer under sharp cornering after periods of rain, with the PS4&#39;s, this has been completely eradicated, wet grip is by far the best in its class, with not much coming against it, usually the car would also break grip in wet conditions when in low gears speeding up, this has also vanished, in terms of lifespan, there is roughly 5mm left on the tyres after 22k km, so lifespan is also excellent. I am very confident in using these tyres and will be purchasing again once it comes time to replace.
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Pirelli Winter SottoZero 3 Run Flat
Pirelli
Pirelli
Winter SottoZero 3 Run Flat
255/40 R18 99V XL *, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip BNoise emissions 69dB
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Kilometers driven641736
02.02.2019fromPeter Robinson
This is an excellent tyre, first class grip in snow and ice and also works very well in the summer, although I believe this is not recommended.
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Yokohama Advan Neova (AD09)
Yokohama
Yokohama
Advan Neova (AD09)
255/40 R18 99W XL

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip ANoise emissions 71dB
just  € 282.70
 
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Continental ContiSportContact 5 SSR
Continental
Continental
ContiSportContact 5 SSR
255/40 R18 95Y *, run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip BNoise emissions 72dB
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Kilometers driven475470
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Yokohama Advan A052
Yokohama
Yokohama
Advan A052
255/40 R18 99Y XL

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Supersport Road

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip ANoise emissions 73dB
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Kilometers driven21000
16.12.2025fromEdward Nunn
these are on my track/fun car and replaced the 20 year old tyres on it which came with the car, they completely changed the performance of the car, for the better, they grip exceptionally, especially when set to optimum pressure for the conditions, and hold traction under very heavy braking. They are as described a dry weather tyre with the ability to just about cope in the wet, and my experience is of dry track days with a very wet drive cross country the day before a track day which was ok, although i could feel a massive loss in traction crossing white lines on the motorway, and the morning before a track day driving through wet cool lanes which required a huge amount of care and attention not to end up in a hedge.
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Continental WinterContact TS 860 S SSR
Continental
Continental
WinterContact TS 860 S SSR
255/40 R18 99V XL *, EVc, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance CWet grip CNoise emissions 73dB
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Grip in dry conditions
Braking in dry conditions
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Kilometers driven276396
28.06.2025fromCharles Hillman
The tyres perform well. At that price I would expect no less. (But Michelins tend to cost even more than Continentals.) We don&#39;t get a lot of snow in Essex, England these days, but when we lived in parts of Germany where (at least then) it snowed in winter we always found Continental Winter Tyres performed well. And indeed I&#39;ve left the winter tyres on for the summer this year. Partly through laziness. But also, low profile summer tyres look &quot;cool&quot; with alloy in the show rooms, but with all the pot holes and broken roads here in England, slightly thicker tyres on (slightly smaller) steel rims offer better resilience (and comfort). Economy penalty must existnotably inrespect of fuel, but appears very marginal as long as the tyres remain fully inflated. Which (so far) they do without frequent top-ups. Though I appreciate that reading what I just wrote makes me sounds very old. Ainsi soit il. And it still feels odd to be asked to review Winter Tyres in June.
09.11.2023fromMichael Yates
These are great winter tyres which I run all year round ( living in rural Wales). The problem is getting them in the size I need. I generally have to order at least 3 months before I am going to need them so this review is actually for the tyres I bought two years ago and which still have about 5000 miles (8000 km) wear left. The original summer tyres fitted to the car when I bought it new only lasted 25000 miles so these Continentals actually represent good value for money - and they don&rsquo;t skid on muddy farm tracks in summer. I had a puncture and the runflat function worked well. But these tyres cannot be repaired by the usual method and there was no chance of getting a new pair of tyres in this size (have to replace in pairs on this car). My only option was the &lsquo;slime&rsquo; injection which has worked perfectly. No loss of pressure over the last 5000 miles.
18.03.2022fromClaire Hunter
A much more balanced and user friendly tyre than the Pirelli winters they replaced which were supplied by BMW. Less tramlining. More precise grip and steering yet also more comfortable ride. Unable to accurately comment on fuel consumption as I haven&rsquo;t monitored it that closely. Snow use not really tested this winter in the UK so can&rsquo;t comment with any true experience.
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 EXT
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak LM-32 EXT
255/40 R18 99V XL MOE, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance DWet grip CNoise emissions 72dB
just  € 308.81
 
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Continental VikingContact 8
Continental
Continental
VikingContact 8
255/40 R18 99T XL, EVc Nordic Compound

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance BWet grip DNoise emissions 70dB
just  € 372.71
 
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Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5
Nokian
Nokian
Hakkapeliitta R5
255/40 R18 99T XL Nordic Compound

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance BWet grip DNoise emissions 71dB
just  € 470.81
 
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