Types of Tyres
Choosing the right tyre for your vehicle is crucial for ensuring optimal performance, safety, and fuel efficiency. With so many tyre types available, it can be overwhelming to select the one that best suits your driving conditions and vehicle type.
Types of Tyres
Protyre, your trusted local garage network, offers a comprehensive range, including run flat tyres from leading manufacturers. Our tyre professionals, backed by years of experience, are here to guide you through the selection process, ensuring you find the perfect match for your vehicle.
- Search by Registration
- Tyre Search by Size
- GB
- Error
The Importance of Choosing the Right Tyre
Different driving conditions require specific tyre characteristics to ensure safety, longevity, and performance. From the grip on wet roads to fuel efficiency and wear resistance, the right tyre can significantly enhance your driving experience. Protyre's qualified fitters are equipped with the expertise to recommend tyres that will meet your specific needs, whether you're navigating city streets or rugged terrain.
Winter Tyres and All Season Tyres
Winter tyres are designed to offer optimal performance in cold, icy, and snowy conditions. Winter tyres have unique tread patterns and their rubber compounds remain flexible in low temperatures, providing better grip and shorter stopping distances. At Protyre, we stock a range of winter car tyres from renowned brands including Pirelli and Bridgestone, ensuring your safety during the colder months.
Summer tyres, on the other hand, are built to perform in warm conditions. Their specialised tread patterns reduce the risk of aquaplaning, making them a perfect choice for the summer season. Explore our selection of summer tyres to enhance your driving experience in warmer weather.
All-season tyres offer a versatile solution, designed to perform well in a wide range of temperatures and conditions. While all season tyres may not match the specific performance of winter or summer tyres in extreme conditions, all season tyres provide a balanced performance for drivers in moderate climates. Protyre's range of all-season car tyres including those from Bridgestone and Pirelli, ensures you're prepared for whatever the weather throws at you.
The Evolution of Tyre Technology
The tyre industry has witnessed significant advancements in technology, leading to the development of tyres that offer unprecedented levels of performance, safety, and durability. Modern tyres are equipped with features such as silica-enhanced rubber compounds for improved wet grip and fuel efficiency, as well as tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) that alert drivers to low tyre pressure, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Protyre stays at the forefront of these innovations, offering the latest tyre models from leading brands. Our experts can help you navigate these technological advancements to choose the best tyres for your vehicle, aligning with our commitment to trust, value, care, and expertise.
Speciality Tyres: Run Flat Tyres, 4*4 Tyres, and More
Run flat tyres allow you to continue driving for a limited distance, even after a puncture, providing added safety and convenience. Protyre offers a selection of run-flat car tyres from top manufacturers, ensuring you can get to a safe location for a tyre change.
For off-road enthusiasts or those requiring enhanced performance on challenging terrains, 4x4 tyres are engineered to offer superior traction and durability. Find your perfect set of 4*4 tyres at Protyre, whether you're tackling muddy fields with 4*4 tyres or rocky paths.
Tyres for Every Vehicle: Reinforced, Van, Electric, and Hybrid Vehicles
Reinforced tyres are built to handle heavier loads, making them ideal for vans and commercial vehicles. We examine what are reinforced tyres in greater detail. Protyre's selection of van tyres caters to the unique demands of your business, ensuring reliability and performance.
With the rise of electric car tyres and those for hybrid vehicles, choosing the right tyre is more important than ever. These vehicles require tyres that can support heavier loads due to the battery's weight and deliver low rolling resistance to maximise range. Protyre offers a range of electric vehicle and hybrid tyres, designed to complement the unique characteristics of these innovative vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regular tyre checks can significantly enhance your vehicle's safety, performance, and fuel efficiency. They ensure that your tyres are in optimal condition, with the correct tread depth and pressure. Protyre offers free tyre checks at all our garages, helping you drive with confidence.
The frequency of tyre replacement depends on several factors, including driving habits, road conditions, and tyre maintenance. Generally, tyres should be inspected regularly and replaced every five years or when the tread wear indicators are visible. Our qualified fitters at Protyre can provide expert advice tailored to your specific needs. You can find your nearest Protyre garage here. We also offer the option to pay with Klarna
Yes, the choice of tyres can significantly impact your vehicle's fuel efficiency. Tyres with low rolling resistance require less energy to move, which can reduce fuel consumption. Many modern tyres, including those designed for electric vehicle tyres, hybrid vehicle tyres, and homologated tyres, focus on reducing rolling resistance without compromising safety or performance.
Choosing the correct tyre size is crucial for maintaining the safety, performance, and handling of your vehicle. The tyre size can be found on the sidewall of your current tyres and is also listed in your vehicle's owner manual. It includes a series of numbers and letters indicating the tyre's width, aspect ratio, construction type, and diameter. If you're unsure about interpreting this information, our qualified fitters at Protyre are ready to assist you
