Top 15 Tire Companies

Top Budget Tire Companies

For many domestic cars and used foreign cars, buying inexpensive tires is a good option. They will faithfully serve for many years, and if they fail prematurely, it will not be a pity to replace them.

5 Kumho

A beautiful lake - this is how the name of the South Korean tire company is translated into Russian. More than 10 years ago, the value of the gross domestic product exceeded one billion dollars and continues to grow. Aggressively conquering the global market, Kumho supplies tires for original equipment to manufacturers such as Mercedes Benz, Ford and other brands. Kumho is the only company in Korea that has managed to achieve such high results. In addition, it is the first brand in the world to use RFID tags to identify its product, thereby completely eliminating any possibility of counterfeit tires of this brand.

Owners who have opted for tires Kumhoare satisfied with the result. So, one of the best studded tires for winter, WinterCraft SUV Ice WS31 stands out for its low noise level and excellent directional stability. In general, the company's products more than once received the highest consumer loyalty index (NPS) in South Korea. Numerous confirmations of the best characteristics are also contained in the reviews of motorists who have made a choice in favor of this brand.

4 Maxxis

The Taiwanese company MAXXIS INTERNATIONAL has recently firmly established itself in the top ten among tire manufacturers. For 45 years, the company has been producing tires for cars and SUVs, trucks and buses, motorcycles and agricultural vehicles. Products are supplied to 170 countries of the world, including the USA, Great Britain, Japan, Germany. Among the partners are such auto giants as General Motors, Volkswagen, Toyota, Ford. A high margin of safety is ensured through the use of Japanese technology and unique developments of the cord and rubber compound.

Car owners highlight such qualities of tires as good braking on ice, tolerable noise, high cross-country ability and affordable price. Tire models such as the Arctic Trekker SP03 for winter or the off-road MAXXIS MT-764 BIGHORN are as good as popular brands in their characteristics, and the cost is more affordable. This allows the company to successfully compete on an equal footing with the market leaders, and the owners to get a quality product, spending much less money. Among the shortcomings, poor handling, rigidity, and balancing problems are often mentioned.

3 "Belshina"

A good value for money offers the Belarusian company "Belshina". It successfully worked during the Soviet Union, and after modernization it can withstand fierce competition in the world market. The company boasts a wide range of 300 sizes. Products are supplied to 70 countries of the world, the company's partners are such giants as BELAZ, MTZ, MAZ, GAZ.Such a demand for products is not at all surprising - the company has international certificates (including those from independent expert bureaus) confirming the quality of rubber produced. Suffice it to say that the largest manufacturer of special equipment CAT uses tires of this brand for the primary configuration of its equipment.

Motorists most of all liked winter tires, which are soft. Rubber smooths out all the bumps in the roadway, and a deep tread allows you to overcome deep snowdrifts. The car also feels confident on city streets with snow and mud porridge. Such tires for winter as Artmotion Snow can turn any car into a car of a higher class - there is absolutely no noise and the smoothness of the ride increases significantly. One gets the impression that the owner has completely changed the suspension, not the tires. Tires pleasantly surprise with noiselessness and low wear. However, excessive softness for many car owners is becoming a major drawback.

2 PJSC Nizhnekamskshina

Nizhnekamskshina PJSC is the largest domestic enterprise that produces modern tires for cars. Such well-known rubber brands as Viatti, KAMA and KAMA EURO leave the assembly line of this company. The buyer is offered an impressive list of different types of wheels from 250 items. Among the partners of the enterprise are such eminent auto giants as Skoda, Fiat and Volkswagen.

Many car owners in the CIS are satisfied with the quality of Nizhnekamsk rubber. It holds the road well, behaves steadily during downpours, confidently passes turns at speed.While driving, it makes a little noise, while it is durable and wear-resistant. Summer models Kama-234, Kama-Euro-129 and others are in great demand in the domestic market. They attract the buyer with an interesting tread pattern, a balanced price and excellent performance. Of the shortcomings, the problematic balancing is often mentioned; it is possible to achieve the ideal balance by hanging weights of 60-80 g.

1 Sava

For about 85 years, the Slovenian company Sava has been holding a leading position in the European market in the budget segment. Tires are produced at several factories in Europe, but the parent company in Kranj remains the largest manufacturer. In a year, 8 million tires roll off the assembly line of this company. The pride of the Slovenes is the modernized production, where the most advanced technologies are applied. Thanks to constant quality control, the supply of defective rubber to the market is excluded.

Domestic motorists note the availability and predictability of wheels, noiselessness and good cross-country ability. Sometimes cars skid at the beginning and end of winter when the ice crust is under water or slush. But in motion rubber perfectly holds the road in the most difficult conditions. The Eskimo STUD model is very popular with our motorists - a studded tire with a directional pattern is the best suited for operation on Russian winter roads.

The best tire companies in the middle price segment

A lot of foreign cars travel along the roads of Russia, which require more “delicate shoes”. It is produced by many well-known companies operating in the middle price segment.The characteristics of these tires will suit the average domestic motorist.

5 Yokohama

Ranked as the second largest tire manufacturer in Japan, Yokohama brand has proven itself in the world market, as its products are of high quality and meet the highest expectations of the consumer. This is confirmed by the participation of the company's tires in various sports competitions, where tires are tested in the most extreme conditions. Thanks to this, many world-famous automakers choose Yokohama tires for the primary equipment of their cars (Porsche, Zender, Toyota, Mercedes Benz and others).

Using only advanced technologies in the production of rubber, the company managed to improve the main indicators of technical characteristics. The unique composition of the mixture does not allow the tire to deform, and it remains elastic at any temperature. Noise level is minimized, traction and service life are improved, adhesion to the surface is increased due to the use of orange oil. So, one of the best models, the Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 summer tire demonstrates perfect handling and directional stability even on wet roads. At the same time, rubber has a high resistance to abrasion (many owners in their reviews consider this characteristic to be one of the most significant).

4 Triangle Group

The Chinese tire company Triangle Group was established in 1976. After updates and reorganizations, this company became the leader in the production of automobile tires in China.On sale there are wheels for cars and commercial vehicles, for trucks, buses and special equipment. The corporation's annual capacity has reached 22 million sets. Having our own research centers allows us to constantly improve our products, promoting them to world markets. The Chinese manufacturer cooperates with such car factories as Volvo, Hyundai, Caterpillar, etc. There is a sales network in 160 countries of the world.

Among the advantages of Triangle tires, domestic consumers highlight an affordable price with sufficiently high technical parameters. The tire perfectly clings to the road surface both in summer and in winter, it is well balanced, it does not make noise while driving. Many car owners, judging by their reviews, like the Triangle Group Sportex TSH11 / Sports TH201 model. The rubber has a rigid lateral part, which provides excellent handling. At altitude and grip, including wet. The combination of such properties with an affordable price has predetermined the choice of many motorists.

3 Nito

The Japanese company Nitto Tire employs employees who are passionately dedicated to their work. Their efforts have developed a whole line of original tires with a memorable tread. Employees of the company immediately introduce innovative developments into production, conducting rigorous tests. The range includes many tires for SUVs and crossovers. As a subsidiary of the Toyo Tire concern, Nitto products are focused on the North American market. The founding date is considered to be 1949.

For domestic owners of SUVs, tires are attractive for their quiet and safe operation.A car with Nitto tires handles well on any road. Thanks to the rounded sidewalls, the tires are protected from dangerous contact with curbs. Nitto Invo tires are one of the brand's flagship models in the SUV category. Against the background of other brands, it compares favorably with high coupling characteristics and reliable handling at any speed. At the same time, the tire demonstrates sufficient comfort and excellent behavior on wet roads.

2 Bridgestone

The Japanese firm Bridgestone has a simple philosophy. It serves the community by producing products of the highest quality. This motto also applies to tires. The head office is located in Tokyo, the date of foundation is considered to be 1931. One of the most famous subsidiaries in the United States is the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. For many years, tires from this manufacturer have been installed on Ford cars. And most recently (July 2017), Bridgestone products received an award from the Volkswagen Group as the most technologically advanced and innovative on the world market.

Domestic motorists like products under the Bridgestone brand for excellent quality, predictable behavior on the road, resistance to bumps and potholes. Winter models are soft and quiet. A car with Bridgestone wheels handles high snowdrifts and porridge on the road just fine. The Blizzak W995 rubber deserves special respect from the owners. This tire stands out for its high strength and wear resistance, while demonstrating a fairly low noise level.

1 TOYO TIRES

The Japanese company Toyo Tire & Rubber Co., Ltd. occupies a leading position in the global tire market. It has been operating since 1945, during which time the company managed to build branches and representative offices in 100 countries. The head office is located in the Japanese city of Osaka. The main activity is the production of tires for cars and trucks, vans and SUVs. The quality of TOYO rubber is tested not only in laboratory conditions, but also on racing tracks, as well as at the famous Dakar Rally.

Comparing with other tires, car owners speak positively about Japanese tires. She behaves well on the road, there is practically no slippage, the car goes smoothly. The car does not notice the track, elastically jumps on speed bumps. There is some noise on some types of pavement. The summer tire of the SUV category - Toyo Open Country M / T - has proven itself perfectly. It not only has high traffic. Despite the impressive tread, the wheel noise is quite moderate. Also, in the reviews of the owners, the strength of the side part is positively noted: it is not afraid of any obstacles, and besides, cuts on this tire are very rare. Yes, and the tire wears out very slowly, and given the affordable price for rubber of this size, these factors multiply their attractiveness.

The best premium tire companies

Many tire companies from the top ten leaders have a century-long history of development. These huge concerns have tremendous experience, they can boast of record sales. For the highest quality and promotion of the brand, motorists have to pay a lot of money.

5 Dunlop Tires

The company was opened back in the century before last, and is considered not only the founder of the tire industry - all the fundamental developments in the creation of winter tires belong to the Dunlop brand. For more than half a century, the manufacturer has been the official supplier of Formula-1. This fact was also reflected in the range of tires for conventional vehicles - the Dunlop sports rubber line is considered one of the best in the world.

The most popular among high-speed tires of this brand is Sport BluResponse. In 2015, in the ADAC rating, she entered the top four, demonstrating precision in driving, braking performance on wet roads, wear resistance (the manufacturer claims a resource of 80 thousand km). On top of that, in their reviews, many owners consider this summer tire to be one of the most economical models of the brand.

4 Continental

The German manufacturer of high-quality tires Continental has long been considered the world market leader. The numbers speak for themselves: more than 90 million passenger car tires are produced every year. Being the main supplier of rubber to such auto giants as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, General Motors Ford, Nissan, Volkswagen, Toyota. Tire products of the company regularly undergo all kinds of tests and tests, as a result of which they take a leading position in such important indicators as braking distance and handling in various conditions.

The engineers of this brand managed to connect the "incompatible" when developing the Continental Premium Contact 6 (PC6) model. All the best qualities of sports and comfort rubber were implemented in one.Thanks to nanotechnology and the latest possibilities in the field of tire tread design, it was possible not only to significantly increase tire life, but also to reduce rolling resistance and noise levels.

3 Michelin

The French company Michelin has a glorious century-old history. Even at the dawn of its formation, the employees of the company paid special attention to research and innovation. It was Michelin who became the first manufacturer of wheels that were inflated with air. The concern follows its traditions; in recent years, engineers have replaced carbon black in rubber with silica. Thanks to EverGrip technology, the properties of the tire do not deteriorate with wear. The company's products are intended not only for cars, trucks and special equipment. Tires for electric cars and hybrid cars have already been created.

Fans of fast driving speak positively about the stability of the car on the road, resistance to drifts, and strong sidewalls. Motorists speak negatively about the price and noise. MICHELIN CrossClimate, one of the best tires of this brand, provides a quiet and smooth ride of the car, precision control, minimal aquaplaning. All these characteristics remain unchanged with increasing speed. Resistance to temperature changes makes the tire one of the best for the off-season, and in big cities it allows you to ride CrossClimate all year round. The only thing that motorists can speak negatively about is its price and noise.

2 Nokian

The leading tire manufacturer in Europe is the Finnish concern Nokian Tires.Since 2005, a branch of the Finnish company has been operating in the Russian city of Vsevolozhsk. The annual output is 14 million tires. The German magazine Focus Money, which annually selects the most popular tires, in the nomination "Best Car Tires 2018" awarded the victory to products under the Nokian brand. Strengths such as excellent price, quality, and brand appeal were noted.

Car owners are satisfied with the quiet ride, good cross-country ability, and stability on icy roads. The Hakkapeliitta model gained particular fame among domestic motorists. The spikes hold very securely; after 5-6 years of operation, more than 80% of the metal elements are preserved. The main disadvantage of domestic motorists consider the high price.

1 good year

The American company Goodyear is one of the leading players in the field of rubber products. It was on the wheels of this company that the first production Ford left the factory. The history of the company has more than 100 years. The work has always been based on the search for innovation and the introduction of advanced technologies. The main office has been located since 1898 in Akron (Ohio). The line includes tires for cars and trucks, for motorcycles and aircraft, agricultural vehicles and special vehicles.

Flattering reviews from Russian motorists are mainly associated with summer tires. It perfectly keeps the car on a slippery road when cornering. When driving, no noise is heard, the balance is excellent, it copes well with unpaved surfaces. Driving quickly over potholes and bumps can lead to the appearance of a "hernia".Identical characteristics can be found in the most popular tire of this brand - Wrangler DuraTrac. The only thing to get a “hernia” on such rubber is to try hard. Despite the brutal deep tread, the tire is quite quiet in operation, and at the same time it is highly wear resistant.

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