The winter season will start soon. Experienced car owners begin to prepare for it in advance, first of all, looking closely at various models winter tires to ensure safe driving in conditions of upcoming ice and snow-covered roads. Usually the choice falls on foreign brands that occupy a leading position in world markets. However, do not forget about domestic models, because in many respects they are not inferior to foreign-made tires, but are much cheaper.

In addition, the advantage of domestic manufacturers lies in the fact that they develop car tires directly for harsh and capricious conditions. Russian winter. This ensures high adaptability of tires to our winter roads. In this review, we will focus on the most popular domestic winter tire models that can meet the requirements of most consumers.

CordiantPolar

Cordian tPolar studded tires have long been one of the most sought-after winter tires. Russian production. All thanks to a good ratio of affordable cost and quality. These tires have an optimized tread compound that results in lower rolling resistance and, as a result, better fuel economy. Cordiant Polar tires are distinguished by a directional tread pattern with a central groove in the form of a kind of “snake”.

Zigzag lamellas and expanding transverse grooves are provided for greater directional stability and rapid removal of snow from the contact patch. A distinctive feature of CordiantPolar winter tires is the ability to install 128 studs in four rows, which allows you to achieve better grip on slippery roads and in ice. According to the manufacturer, the noise level of these tires has been significantly reduced due to different block widths in the central and shoulder areas of the tread.

A further development of CordiantPolar winter tires is the Polar 2 model, which is more designed for installation on modern SUVs and mid-range cars. This studded tire was created by Cordiant engineers specifically for harsh climatic conditions and Russian off-road. It uses a rubber compound that can work in extreme temperature conditions - up to minus 45 degrees. It is the first winter tire in the Cordiant range to receive asymmetrical pattern protector.

Polar 2 tires feature a new studding technology. The spikes, which have the original “snowflake” shape, are fixed in the tire tread in two layers at once - the outer layer, where a soft rubber compound is used, and the inner layer, in which denser rubber is used. This technology provides higher tire performance and good braking dynamics on an icy track. The car owner can get information about the running-in period of the spikes through special indicators on the tire.

CordiantPolar SL

Cordiant also produces for winter season non-studded tires designed for urban use. These are, in particular, Polar SL tires with a two-component rubber compound "Smart-Mix", designed to improve the grip of the car when driving on snowy and icy roads, as well as the efficiency of acceleration and braking in unpredictable conditions. winter conditions.

A distinctive feature of these tires is also a V-shaped tread design for even weight distribution over the entire tire contact area and a large number of zigzag sipes. To quickly remove snow, mud and water from the contact patch, lateral drainage channels are provided, which expand from the center of the tread to its edges. Thanks to four longitudinal ribs, a high directional stability.

Cordiant Sno Max

Sno-Max is another winter studded tire from Cordiant designed for use in harsh Russian winter conditions. Distinctive features This tire features zigzag sipes for better grip on snowy and icy roads, a more even and wider tread for improved performance on dry roads. The service life of Sno-Max winter tires was increased by adding a layer of nylon to the carcass.

Sno-Max tires have sixteen rows of studs that reduce acceleration and braking times even on ice. Tires have a directional tread pattern that allows tires to more effectively overcome various snowdrifts and deep puddles, often occurring on Russian roads in the winter season.

CordiantWinterDrive

Finally, one of the latest developments of the leading Russian company is WinterDrive non-studded winter tires for urban conditions. Asymmetrical pattern the tread of these tires was created using computer 3D modeling tools, as a result of which the engineers were able to achieve optimal balance between the operational and consumer qualities of the tire. The blocks of the central part and the shoulder zone of the WinterDrive tread are connected by special half-bridges into a single whole to increase the clarity and efficiency of control.

The DoubleTread tread technology is implemented here, and a rubber compound is used, which includes components based on carbon black and silica. The drainage system of the tire consists of a large number of longitudinal and transverse grooves, which provides high resistance to aquaplaning. Tread blocks various forms and dimensions are arranged with uneven pitch to reduce the noise level when the car is moving.

Amtel Nordmaster

Enough is produced under the Russian-Dutch brand Amtel wide range winter tires. Amtel Nordmaster and Nordmaster 2 tires are well-deservedly popular with Russian motorists. Winter tires Amtel Nordmaster have a large number of Z-shaped sipes to ensure the best grip. The high resource of this rubber is achieved by using a two-layer tread with a combination of synthetic and natural rubber, which adds durability and strength to it.

In addition, highly dispersed carbon black and silicic acids were included in the rubber compound, which should contribute to more efficient braking on snowy and icy roads. The sipes work in conjunction with the spikes on the tire tread, which are located in ten planes at once.

Amtel Nordmaster 2

Amtel Nordmaster 2 are winter studded tires that are characterized by high cross-country ability. They demonstrate their best qualities, first of all, when driving on snow-covered tracks. Engineers have also paid close attention to driving safety on icy tracks, equipping Nordmaster 2 tires with powerful tread blocks and wide shoulder areas for a higher level of grip on ice.

Excellent handling and flotation of the tire on loose snow, in turn, is ensured by inclined grooves that widen towards the edges of the tread and zigzag sipes. Nordmaster 2 tires have ten rows of studs arranged around the circumference of the tire in a mathematically calculated pattern.

Amtel Nordmaster ST-310

Amtel Nordmaster ST-310 winter tires with directional tread pattern are not a bad choice when driving in urban conditions and on light off-road conditions. Their main difference lies in the zigzag longitudinal and transverse grooves with sharp-angled edges, which contribute to better handling and greater vehicle stability on the road. This studded tire has special lug ribs for higher vehicle flotation when driving on loose snow. In addition to a large number of zigzag grooves, Nordmaster ST-310 tires are also characterized by the presence of zigzag sipes, the effective operation of which, when in contact with the road, reduces the braking distance and prevents slipping.

Amtel NordMaster CL

Amtel's range of winter car tires also includes non-studded tires designed specifically for comfortable and safe driving on city roads. It is soft and quiet bus NordMaster CL, the tread of which immediately attracts attention with its central groove with sawtooth edges and two stepped longitudinal grooves to quickly drain water from the contact patch and ensure reliable grip in winter conditions. Thanks to the curved lugs with transverse lamellas, a safe and fast movement of the car on loose snow is achieved. For greater stability, especially in corners, the NordMaster CL tire is equipped with elongated sipe blocks, which are characterized by variable depth and different directionality of the edges.

Kama Euro 519

The products of the Nizhnekamsk tire plant also deserve attention, in the assortment of which you can find a lot of relatively cheap, but quality tires for the winter season. First of all, this is a winter tire with Kama Euro 519 studs. Its tread consists of two separate layers: the lower layer has a dense structure, and the upper one is characterized by good elasticity to maintain high operational properties tires at low temperatures.

The fan-shaped arrangement of sipes in the tread of the Kama Euro 519 tire, according to its creators, guarantees excellent grip on snowy and icy road sections. The tread of these studded tires is characterized by the presence of V-shaped grooves, which contribute to the self-cleaning of rubber from dirt and snow. Tires Kama Euro 519 are adapted to harsh winter Russian operating conditions and are an excellent choice for installation on domestic cars.

Kama 515

Kama 515 is winter tires, focused mainly on automotive applications exclusively off-road, that is, on SUVs and crossovers. It is noteworthy that these tires can have two versions - with spikes and without spikes. They are distinguished by a directional V-shaped tread pattern with no pronounced longitudinal ribs. The protector is divided into two equal parts by a longitudinal drainage groove.

Each of these parts has three rows of free-standing blocks of polygonal shape - with sharp corners, located in different directions, and curved edges, which ensures efficient acceleration and braking on all types of road surface. Due to the small radius of the profile of the shoulder zones, the engineers managed to achieve a significant increase in the contact patch. Another feature of this tire is a large number of S-shaped sipes, which form numerous engagement edges for more reliable grip on slippery road surfaces.

This is just a small list of domestically produced tires that can boast of good performance. The range of winter tires produced by Russian manufacturing companies is quite wide, so you can always choose the right option based on your financial capabilities, safety requirements and driving comfort.

In the off-season, drivers get another one headache related to what to “change shoes” for your favorite car. And here most of them are faced with a dilemma: buy Russian tires, which are not so widely advertised, or foreign ones. After all, it has long been believed that everything foreign is always better and better. And if until recently the last statement was true, today it can be argued with. Tire production in Russia does not stand still today domestic products can compete with imports in all respects: quality, manufacturability, composition, maneuverability and level of grip, wear resistance and, most importantly, price. The best Russian tires are practically in no way inferior, and in some aspects even surpass them.

Tires of Russian production: myths and reality

Our country is developing rapidly. It is represented by the products of Amtel, Uralshina, Omskshina, Moscow, Yaroslavl ShZ, Voronezhshina, Matador-Omskshina, Krasnoyarsk ShZ and others. Today there are more than a dozen factories producing tires for cars.

However, since the past, many doubts have remained regarding the quality of domestic production in many industries. These are echoes of the past. At the same time, even today, a significant number of consumers are quite hesitant when choosing between cheaper Russian products or expensive imported goods. Many car enthusiasts today prefer imports, ignoring Russian-made tires. This is motivated by the fact that Russian tire manufacturers do not know how to develop, use low-grade material in production, do not monitor quality and use outdated technologies. Today, however, these are mostly just myths. The old equipment has long been replaced by new, foreign production (Krupp, VMI), which was introduced and adjusted by their own specialists. Tires are produced on the same machines all over the world.

Speaking about the quality composition of tires, the ratio of artificial and natural rubber, it should be noted that, as in imported rubber, the share of the latter is 10-20%, the rest is synthetic. There is no doubt about the quality of Russian artificial rubber. A considerable share of it is exported, for the production of all the same tires, only abroad.

Don't forget about modern technologies and quality control system. We are using the latest technology. Widely known 2-layer protectors appeared in Russia at the same time as in Japan, and maybe even earlier. And Voronezh Amtel has been producing 4-layer protectors for several years.

The quality control system at manufacturing plants also exists. Tire manufacturers in Russia reject low-quality material and label it appropriately. The only negative is that such tires still end up on the shelves. They are handed over for sale at a reduced price in order to be used as decoration, and not for travel. However, in order to make a profit, some sellers try to sell them at a regular price. And if you didn’t pay attention to the markings in time, you will get a third-rate tire for the regular price or at a slightly reduced price. Hence the complaints about the quality from users. And so, in general, complaints about the quality in percentage exactly the same as for foreign products.

What tires are produced in Russia?

Assortment and the lineup tires are wide enough. Today in the market of domestic production for almost any car. Here you can find tires for trucks, cars, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles and even special equipment, aircraft tires. The most recognizable brands of Russian tires today are: Contyre, Amtel, Cordiant, Voltyre, Uralshina, Omskshina, Nizhnekamskshina, KShZ, YaShZ.

Tires for passenger cars

Choosing tires for cars, consumers pay attention to many parameters. The most valuable features summer tires for an ordinary Russian car owner, its wear resistance, economy, value for money are considered. At the same time, lovers of high-speed driving, racing or extreme types of driving pay more attention to such parameters as grip, speed, and braking performance. Considered important are the characteristics of resistance to aquaplaning, popularity, maneuverability on dry and wet roads, comfort, durability and many others.

The fourth in the overall ranking and the first place among Russians was taken by the summer Nordman tire SX. Its main positive parameters are handling, grip. In addition, it is quite quiet. But there are also disadvantages. Among them - relatively low directional stability and smoothness.

The ninth and, accordingly, the second place belongs to the Cordiant Road Runner. It is quite course-resistant, manageable and has a smooth ride. However, it is uneconomical at low speed.

The Matador Stella 2 closes the top ten in the overall rating. They are suitable for both trips on the highway and light off-road. Acoustically quiet, soft and quite economical at any speed. But at the same time there is low grip with the roadway and poor handling.

The test of Russian summer tires Maloya Futura Primato from Amtel also showed excellent results. Despite the fact that they are produced at factories in Russia, it is almost impossible to find such tires on our shelves. They are mainly produced for export to European countries. These tires have very high marks for wear resistance and handling on any road surface. In addition, their prices are very affordable.

SUV tires

Very important when choosing tires is the type of machine. What is suitable for an ordinary passenger car is very often not the best solution. That is why in the production of such tires, the emphasis is on completely different technical parameters. Here the level of adhesion with the surface, braking, handling and behavior on the surface play a role. different types roads.

Popular among Russian manufacturers Cordiant tires, Amtel, Yaroslavl and Nizhnekamsk plants.

When choosing which Russian tires are better, one should highlight Cordiant All Terrain. They are great for any type of coverage in any weather. Can be used at any temperature. They have good acoustic parameters. The geometry of the pattern allows you to successfully remove water and dirt from the contact patch with the road, which contributes to good traction and coordination.

Russian off road tires The Cordiant Off Road is great off-road, economical, damage resistant, has good traction and is hydroplaning resistant.

Russian-made mud tires Amtel K-151 are very maneuverable, thanks to a special pattern, which consists of many grooves, they well remove dirt and water from the contact patch, which provides better grip and resistance to aquaplaning. They are great for trips in swampy areas, off-road, viscous soils.

Yaroslavl ShZ has been producing Y-192 tires since the 70s. At one time they were widely used on military equipment. They, of course, do not have the best performance when traveling on wet pavement, but for real off-road conditions - one of the best. They are put when it comes to trips on a rocky track, trips through a snowy area or through mud.

I-471 - more modern tires for all-wheel drive SUVs from the same manufacturer. They differ good quality at a fairly low price. They have good performance when traveling both on sandy or swampy terrain, and on asphalt.

The assortment of the Nizhnekamsk plant also has several excellent models for off-road vehicles.

I-502, I-520 - all-weather tires for trips around the city and light off-road. They have good grip and a continuous contact patch, excellent braking parameters.

Kama Euro 228 - radial tires that are included in basic equipment Chevrolet Niva. They have a combined design and improved rubber compound, which significantly improve performance indicators contribute to wear resistance. At the same time, they have good grip and directional stability when traveling on asphalt and on a dirt road.

And finally!

Choosing a new "shoe" for the car, you should not pay attention only to the country of origin. Everything is important here: operating parameters, the applicability of the tire on a particular road surface, the type of car and even the personal preferences of each. And also, don't forget about additional markings, which may indicate a lower tire grade or marriage.

Buying winter tires in Moscow that would best meet the needs of your car today is quite simple. The assortment of the Wheels for Nothing online store is formed by tens of thousands of functional and productive tires from leading manufacturers in Russia and abroad. Each unit of the presented product is accompanied by short description, photos and characteristics that reveal the technical potential of the wheels.

What is important to know about winter tires?

Seasonal tires designed for the cold season are recommended to be used at temperatures below + 70C. keep stable running characteristics even with extreme low temperatures makes it possible to use soft and elastic rubber. To do this, various silicon-containing polymer components, natural oils, as well as innovative substances are included in the tire compound.

Have winter tires and some structural features. The surface of blocks and tread blocks is endowed with numerous sipes. At the same time, each manufacturer tries to offer its own technical solution regarding the structure of these elements. However, no matter what shape and parameters the lamellas have, they have a common functional task - strengthening the traction and grip properties of rubber. They make the car stable on snowy and icy surfaces, and also allow efficient braking.

Speaking of features drainage system, then it is somewhat different from summer tires. Drainage grooves of various configurations and geometries are endowed with a larger capacity in winter tires, which makes it possible to withstand the effect of hydroplaning and slashing at a decent level. When operating a car mainly in off-road and rough terrain, experts recommend giving preference to studded tire models.

The importance of the information resource of our tire store

If you want to enjoy comfortable and, most importantly, safe driving for more than one season, we recommend paying attention to high-quality winter tires from time-tested brands. Also when choosing suitable option seasonal wheels, it is important to pay attention to the permissible temperature range of operation. Since not all tires are suitable for regions with a harsh climate, which is characterized by severe frosts.

One of the most important selection criteria is the tire size. To do this, our website has an automated system for selecting wheels by car brand and technical requirements its manufacturer. It makes the process of finding tires much easier. You can also use various filters to narrow down the list of the most relevant models.

Reliable and high-quality winter tires at affordable prices

Technical potential modern cars needs to be equipped with tires that are durable and efficient on snowy and icy roads. They must provide a minimum braking distance, stable grip, demonstrate excellent driving performance regardless of relief and climatic conditions.

The online store "Wheels for nothing" in Moscow has such winter tires. Our competent managers are always ready to inform you on any issue of interest, help you choose tires and provide information about the terms of payment, delivery, current promotions, discounts.

In addition to high-quality and inexpensive rubber, the store catalog contains a lot of necessary automotive components and accessories. The sale of the presented goods is carried out at the most favorable conditions. On the site you can find real reviews motorists who have already managed to evaluate in practice all the advantages and disadvantages of a particular tire model, which will help you make the right choice.

With the online store "Wheels for nothing" in Moscow, buy winter tires quickly and cheaply!

It's time to study the Summer 2017 tire rating, purchase a set new rubber and safely enter the spring-summer-autumn season. Many motorists are already planning technical inspections Vehicle, prepare them for high temperatures, "hot" asphalt surfaces in the summer, long traffic jams, especially during summer holidays.

How to choose the right summer tires?

Rubber manufacturers compete in the sales market by regularly updating their lineup in order to enter the ranking wheel tires summer and become a sales leader. Products differ in rubber composition, tread pattern, diameter and speed index. When choosing from a wide range of products, do not go wrong. What should you pay attention to?

A small list of those parameters is presented, which are recommended to pay attention to at the time of acquaintance with the assortment introduced in the Summer 2017 tire rating. You can't make a mistake in choosing, because summer tires use a longer period, especially in regions with a long off-season and snowless winters.

The consumer has the right to choose tire models from domestic or foreign manufacturers, they most often differ in price, presence or absence innovative technologies, but the level of their quality is summed up to international standards.

Tires of domestic production

On the territory of the Russian Federation, tires of such trademarks like Cordiant, Amtel, Contyre and others. They often make up the rating of Russian summer tires, are valued among motorists. An attractive range of products today is offered by the Kirov Tire Plant, which provides rubber to domestic giants responsible for the production of GAZ, VAZ, UAZ cars.

Advantages:

• Reliable tread with asymmetric pattern
• Economy class product
• Acoustic comfort
• Good grip on asphalt
• At a speed of 110 km / h, the tire responds normally to steering requests
• Accurate entry into corners without skidding and breaking the sidewall

Thus, it is possible to pay attention to budget tires, and the Matador Stella 2 model, known even abroad, belongs to it. Note that in 2013 this product was included in the international rating of summer wheel tires, having received a lot of positive ratings for its technical characteristics.

Advantages:

• Acoustic comfort
• Economy class product
• Responsive steering even at high speeds
• Gives good grip on asphalt, but it is difficult to go off-road, especially on wet grass
• wear resistance

Thus, car owners who evaluate winter tires of the same brand also purchase Nokian Nordman SX and are by no means disappointed in the acquisition. Especially since average price per tire will be 2000 rubles.

Advantages:

• Soft upper tread layer designed to provide cushioning
• Rigid inner layer is responsible for the strength and durability of the product
• Tread pattern symmetrical
• Acoustic comfort
• Ensuring stable and predictable maneuvering
• There is a water drainage system in the tread pattern
• Attributed braking efficiency

Thus, the Cordiant Road Runner, included in the summer 2017 tire ranking, is an excellent choice. The product combines European quality and reasonable price.

And if you haven’t had time to buy a set of summer tires in January-February, then today you can pay attention to economy-class models from domestic manufacturers - Matador Stella 2, Nokian Nordman SX, Cordiant Road Runner. The product may be subject to a discount system, and this attractive offer if the product has a market price of 2000 rubles. Sometimes free shipping is also offered.

So happy shopping and right choice in the world of market diversity!

Michelin- French company, one of the world leaders in the production of car tires. It has about 70 enterprises worldwide, as well as 5 research technology centers (in France, the USA and Japan) and 5 test sites (in France, the USA and Spain).
In addition to the main brand of the same name, the Michelin group of companies owns other famous brands such as Kleber, Goodrich, Wolber, Riken, Tyremaster, Uniroyal, Taurus and others.
Site: www.michelin.ru

In Russia, Michelin also has its own tire manufacturing plant. It is located in the village of Davydovo, Orekhovo-Zuevsky district, Moscow region. The production capacity there is not the largest - about 2 million tires a year, but it is there that the only tire studding workshop in the company is located, in which all rubber produced by Michelin in Europe is studded.
In Russia, Michelin tires are sold either by our production, or by the company's European plants in Italy and Hungary.

“Michelin X-Ice North 3” is a new winter studded tire that incorporates a wide variety of innovative technologies developed by Michelin. Most of them are combined into one complex called “smart spike” (Smart Stud System) and includes:

• Thermoactive rubber compound, which is used as an inner tread layer and which is able to change its elasticity depending on the ambient temperature: at high temperatures it becomes soft and the studs seem to be pressed into the tread, significantly improving grip on asphalt; at low temperatures, it becomes stiff, making the very fixation of the spikes more rigid and thereby increasing grip on icy surfaces.
• The Ice Powder Remover technology is designed to remove ice chips and is a system of 6 wells that absorb this ice chips around each spike.
• The design of the stud itself, which has the form of a cylinder with a cone-shaped tip, which is installed on a wide base, which ensures reliable fixation of the stud.

The tread pattern of the “Michelin X-Ice North 3” tires received an increased number of gripping edges, which improves grip on snowy roads. The angle of the drainage channels has also been changed, which increased the resistance to aquaplaning and slashplanning. These tires use new rubber mix Flex-Ice 3, containing proportionately natural and synthetic rubber, resulting in improved grip on wet roads. In addition, it contains silicon additives that contribute to wear resistance.
To reinforce the carcass of the tires, IronFlex technology was used, which consists in the use of an additional layer of steel threads and provides additional impact resistance.