At the other end of the scale, Which? gave its less coveted “Don’t Buy” rating to four tyres, the Vredestein Hi-Trac, the Kenda Komet SPT-1, the Maloya Futura Primato and the Wanli S1032 M+S.
The 32-strong field was split into two size groups 205/55R16 W and 185/60R14 H designed to provide data on a range of tyres for new medium-large and supermini-older medium cars. Tyres were rated according to price and availability in January 2009; dry braking and handling; wet braking; wet grip on bends and straights; and noise and eco rating. In addition to the two “Exceptional Value” tyres, Which? Magazine’s “Best Buy” rating was awarded to: the Continental PremiumContact 2 and the Bridgestone Turanza ER300 in both sizes; the Michelin Primacy HP and the Nokian Z G2 in 205/55R16 W; and the Uniroyal Rain Expert in 185/60R14 H. (Tyres & Accessories/Staffordshire, U.K.)