2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tire Test
The West Lake Z-007 Zuper Ace doesn't feel sporty on dry roads but manages to avoid any serious problems, keeping the car stable and controllable through the handling tests. The dry braking distance is the longest in the group but still within an acceptable range. On wet roads the tire shows reasonable stability during the handling laps but simply doesn't generate enough grip, particularly under braking, where the stopping distance falls too far behind the leading tires. On the positive side, the drainage performance is good, meaning the tire resists aquaplaning relatively well. The bigger concern is durability - abrasion is very high and the predicted tread life is the third-lowest in the test, which significantly weakens the value case for what is otherwise a budget-priced product. Pass-by noise is low, matching several of the premium tires. Overall the West Lake is let down by a combination of weak wet braking and poor longevity.