Summer tyre or all-season tyre: how to tell the difference?
Choosing between a summer tyre and an all-season tyre mainly depends on your driving habits and the weather conditions you face. While these two types of tyres may appear similar, they are designed to meet very different needs.
Two key criteria: rubber compound and tread pattern
The main difference between a summer tyre and an all-season tyre lies in rubber compound and the tread pattern.These elements directly impact grip, safety and durability depending on temperature and road conditions.
Summer tyres: optimal performance in warm weather
Summer tyres are designed to deliver maximum performance when temperatures are above 7°C.
They are characterised by:
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wide longitudinal grooves, ensuring excellent water evacuation during heavy rain;
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a specific rubber compound, optimised for grip and stability in summer conditions while limiting wear.
They are ideal for predominantly summer driving but lose effectiveness as temperatures drop.
All-season tyres: year-round versatility
All-season tyres are designed to adapt to a wide range of weather conditions throughout the year.
Their design is based on:
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a specific rubber compound that maintains good performance both in summer and when temperatures fall below 7°C; 7°C ;
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a versatile tread pattern, featuring sipes for winter grip and deeper grooves for wet-road performance and durability.
LÉONARD reconditioned all-season tyres: safety and compliance
LÉONARD reconditioned all-season tyres, for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, meet the requirements of qualification tests allowing them to obtain the 3PMSF marking.
This marking guarantees their performance in winter conditions and their compliance with Mountain Law regulations in the relevant areas.
A simple and efficient solution
All-season tyres are an ideal solution for drivers looking for simplicity, versatility and performance, without the need to change tyres every season, for use outside extreme weather conditions.