2009 Sport Auto Performance Winter Tire Test

+Very good braking performance in snow, rain and the dry. Consistently high level of grip in wet and snow.

−Average aquaplaning performance

+Very balanced and good grip levels. High traction and braking performance in snow and rain

−Light compromising steering precision on dry roads

+Excellent level of grip and very good handling in wet conditions. Good aquaplaning properties

−Not very balanced handling in snow

+Excellent winter performance, aquaplaning best performance in the test. Good level of grip when wet

−Average braking performance on dry roads

+Balanced handling and acceptable delay on snow. Good handling characteristics in drought

−Poor aquaplaning properties. Gentle traction on snow

+Precise handling and good braking performance in dry conditions. Good traction on snow

−Lower grip levels and poor brake performance in wet conditions

+Good aquaplaning performance. Safe, understeer bias in the wet and snow

−Poor wet and snow grip levels

+Very precise handling and grip in the dry

−Average grip, traction and braking performance in snow and rain