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Uniroyal RainExpert - Test Results

Test Statistics

7

Tests Completed

10th

Average Position

2nd

Best Result

18th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Uniroyal RainExpert shows a mixed trajectory: early tests (2010-2011) delivered strong, well-balanced results including a podium, but later comprehensive evaluations (2012-2015) trend mid-pack to weak, culminating in last place in Auto Bild's 2015 final despite qualifying well in the braking shortlist. The tire's wet bias is evident-excellent straight-line aquaplaning and solid braking shortlists-while dry handling/braking and overall balance limit final standings in modern, broader test batteries.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Weather Performance Moderate
    • Aced straight-aquaplaning in 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 (article mention)
    • 16/52 in 2015 braking shortlist from 62 mph (combined wet/dry) to reach Top 18
    • 10/54 in 2013 braking test shortlist, indicating competitive stopping performance
  • Overall Balance in Earlier Generations Moderate
    • 2/15 overall in 2011 European Summer Tire Test
    • 5/12 overall in 2010 European Summer Tire Test with comment: "very balanced tire, good all round"
Performance Weaknesses
  • Dry Handling and Braking Strong
    • 2015 Auto Bild Top 18: struggled with understeer and braking in the dry (article mention)
    • 18/18 overall in 2015 Auto Bild final despite qualifying via braking shortlist
  • Overall Consistency in Modern Comprehensive Tests Strong
    • 9/14 overall in 2012 European Summer Tire Test
    • 7/12 overall in 2013 Auto Zeitung
    • 18/18 overall in 2015 Auto Bild Top 18
Performance Over Time

Test History

18
of 18
2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Summer Tire Test

2015
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 5

16
of 52
2015 Market Overview - Braking Test

2015
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato P1 Verde

7
of 12
2013 Auto Zeitung Summer Tire Test

2013
Winner: Dunlop Sport BluResponse

Living up to its name, the Uniroyal is one of the best tires in the wet, only to be let down by its dry performance
10
of 54
2013 54 Tire Braking Test

2013
Winner: Dunlop Sport BluResponse

9
of 14
2012 European Summer Tire Test - 205/55 R16

2012
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 5

2
of 15
2011 European Summer Tire Test - 175/65 R14

2011
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 2

5
of 12
2010 European Summer Tire Test - 185/65 r15

2010
Winner: Pirelli CINTURATO P6