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Toyo R888R - Launched

The UK trackday favourite, the Toyo R888 has just been replaced by Toyo R888R, and it's a very good looking tire. While the outgoing R888 will continue to be...

Scared of snow? Think again

Does the thought of snowy driving cause panic? Do you feel safe in normal cold and wet winter conditions? Michelin have data to show that most of us are worr...

2014 Winter Tire Guide

Winter 2014 is here, and it's set to be another warm, wet winter. Naturally, this raises the question as to whether winter tires are worth fitting, and while...

Goodyear UltraGrip 9 - Launched

Goodyear have launched the new Goodyear UltraGrip 9, in time for the 2014 winter season. The UltraGrip line has a strong heritage, and with 94% of reviews sa...

Vredestein Snowtrac 5 - Launched

Vredestein Quatrac 5 - Launched

Firestone is back - Destination HP Launched

Firestone, the iconic American tire brand, is being relaunched. Founded in 1900, Firestone has a rich racing heritage, and a huge global brand recognition. S...

Dunlop SportSmart 2 - Tested

It’s always difficult to admit you’re not Valentino Rossi when riding a sports bike, which is probably why many bikes which never see the track a...

Is this the future for quiet, comfortable tires?

Ever striving for quieter, more comfortable tires, tire manufacturers are looking at increasingly novel ways of achieving sound reduction. Goodyear is one of...

Michelin Pilot Road 4 - Launched

The new Michelin Pilot Road 4 is here, and it’s good.  

Long Term Running - Dunlop Winter Response 2 - Part 2

David updates us after his Dunlop Winter Response 2s come off. 

Hankook product line update

There’s no ignoring Hankook these days as the chances are if you are in the market for a new Mercedes or BMW it will come on the Korean maker’s t...

Bridgestone Potenza S001 - Bridgestone still make good tires

The Ferrari Enzo, Lexus LFA, Porsche 997 Turbo, Ferrari 599 GTO. These are seriously fast cars, which place extreme demands on their tires, and just some of ...

Continental Winter Contact TS 850P - Prelaunch

It’s the winter tire every sports car driver has been waiting for, the new Continental Winter Contact TS850P is here! Replacing the TS83...

Michelin Alpin 5 - Launched

The Michelin Alpin 5 has been launched, replacing the Alpin 4, Michelins award winning premium touring winter tire. Aimed at the premium touri...

Long Term Running - Dunlop Winter Response 2

David takes a look at what the new Dunlop Winter Response 2s are like to live with every day.

2013 Winter Tire Buying Guide

Thanks to recent harsh winters, the best tire for the UK roads is a hot topic, and with 2013 predicted to be the harshest winter of recent times, now is...

Reasons to Consider Winter Tires - Infographic

Michelin Pilot Road 4 - Press Release

Bridgestone Battlax S20 - Long Term Test

What's the new Bridgestone S20 HyperSport tires like on an everyday bike? Read our long term test to find out!

Dunlop Winter Response 2 - Launched

Uniroyal Rainsport 3 - Launched

It's been over 10 years since the Uniroyal Rainsport 2 was launched with the firm goal of being the "best in wet". 10 years later and the Rainsport 2 is stil...

Vredestein Wintrac Xtreme S - Launched

Vredestein have a loyal following in the UK. The Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta is loved by the ultra high performance market, and their Wintrac range of winter ...

Bridgestone Adrenalin RE002 - Launched

The newly released Bridgestone Adrenalin RE002 takes Bridgestone in a new direction. Previously Bridgestone tires have been designed with OE fitment in mind,...