Tyre News

Across numerous countries, drivers collecting their brand-new Renault Clio will see it is already running on Continental EcoContact 7 tyres. These come in 16-inch and 18-inch sizes and have earned some of the best ratings on the EU tyre label for fuel efficiency and low road noise.

Self-driving technology has shifted from futuristic ambition to real-world deployment. Progress in autonomous mobility now relies not just on robotics and AI, but also on mapping, simulation, insurance innovation, regulatory readiness, and commercial fleet data. Below are six organisations shaping the trajectory of the global autonomous vehicle (AV) landscape.

Auto Bild is back with another tyre test, this time featuring a “diverse mix” of all-season SUV tyres in 215/50 R18 from “established premium manufacturers to promising up-and-coming brands and budget brands.” The motoring publication evaluated the ten makes of tyre in snowy, wet and dry conditions at proving grounds in both hemispheres, and by the close of play had determined that these all-season products “do not quite match the high standard set by summer or winter tyres in this size category.” Even so, Auto Bild declared three tyres ‘exemplary’.

Lotto players have a 1 in 45 million chance of cracking the jackpot, but the odds of choosing the right six appear much shorter for tyre testers. Motoring publication Sportauto has evaluated half a dozen winter tyres and is happy with each and every product. Even the all-season tyre they looked at alongside the winter tyres left a good impression.

Bridgestone has introduced two tyre safety initiatives as part of its “Stay Safe This Autumn” campaign, aligning with Tyre Safety Month. The campaign aims to raise awareness about tyre maintenance and reward responsible drivers. As part of the initiative, motorists who purchase two or more Bridgestone tyres in October or November will receive a complimentary winter safety bundle. This includes essential items such as a tread depth gauge, ice scraper, and a locking wheel nut bag to help drivers maintain their vehicles during colder months. For full details of the promotion, entry deadlines and terms and conditions, visit the official campaign page.

A joint study by The AA and TyreSafe, surveying over 22,000 UK drivers in May and July 2025, reveals a troubling lack of tyre safety awareness and poor maintenance habits. 61 per cent of respondents were unaware that driving on an illegal tyre could incur a fine of £2,500 per tyre, and 45 per cent did not know that each illegal tyre carries three penalty points: therefore, four illegal tyres could result in a driving ban. Only 65 per cent correctly identified the driver as legally responsible for tyre safety, while 34 per cent mistakenly believed it was the car owner.