Winter guide

Winter tyres are specially designed for safe driving in temperatures below 7°C, whether or not the road is snow-covered.

What are the best winter tyres for your car? In this article, MICHELIN presents its best winter tyres and, for each of them, the opinions of independent european tyre testers after testing their performance in winter conditions.

We know choosing tyres can be difficult, which is why Michelin is here to help. When winter arrives and road conditions begin to change, your summer tyres start to show signs of under performance. The solution? Winter or all season tyres. We have all the information to help you find the right tyres for you.

What is a winter tyre? Is it different from a snow tyre?
Find out what you need to know about winter tyres and when it is advisable for your vehicle to be fitted with them.

There are special markings on a tyre that indicate whether they are winter or all season tyres.

Easy to spot, these symbols are located on the sidewall of the tyres.

During winter, driving conditions can be dangerous and unpredictable, with road surfaces ranging from dry, to wet, to snow-covered, to icy, sometimes in a single day. In situations where snow and ice have power over the road, snow chains are a common accessory. Here’s a guide to when and how to use them.

When the temperature drop below 7 degrees, you can replace your summer tyres with a set of winter wheels, complete with rims. Why should you choose them? The answers in our special guide.

Are you looking to buy tyres for winter weather but don’t know how to choose among all the many tyre offers out there? Whether you need winter tyres or all season tyres, Michelin is here to guide you in your decision!

Many drivers wonder how many winter tyres they need to buy. Is it better to have 2 or 4 winter tyres on your vehicle?
Contrary to popular opinion, your car must have the best grip at the rear for stability. Therefore, it is recommended to always use 4 winter tyres on your car.
Remember this simple rule: always put 4 winter tyres on your car!

Why wait until you get stuck in the snow to put on your winter tyres?
Just remember this simple rule:

“At road temperatures below 7°C, it’s time to switch to your winter tyres!”

Maintaining your tyres, especially in terms of tyre pressure, is of the utmost importance for safe driving.

Learn about the right pressure for your winter tyres.

It can be tempting to keep your winter tyres on all year round, but is this really a good idea? Read this article to find out more about the rules and regulations on winter tyres, the comfort they bring you on the road, their safety features and how they can save you money. Here is all you need to know about driving with winter tyres in summer and all year round.