It's not just stalls for summer tires in winter that Danes have to deal with starting this year. Now the EU is also tightening tire regulations.
The EU's new rules for car tires also affect Denmark.
The regulations require that new tires be tested both in new condition and when they are close to being worn down to the minimum limit. This is intended to provide a more accurate picture of the tire's properties.
The purpose is to promote tire manufacturers' focus on lifespan and to give consumers insight into the tires' performance during wear.
This is what FDM writes in a press release .
A study of summer tires conducted by FDM and other European car clubs shows that there is still a significant difference between tires around.
The study included 18 tires that fit cars such as the VW Golf, Skoda Octavia and Peugeot 308, in 18".
The result is huge fluctuations in the cars' braking performance. The best tires braked from 80 km/h in 28.4 meters, while the worst tire needed 45.1 meters to do the same.
Soren W. Rasmussen, automotive technical editor at FDM, believes that the difference between the more expensive and cheaper tires is minimal. Therefore, he says, you shouldn't skimp.
– In the total car budget, the price difference between cheap and more expensive tires is a minimal part, and it is therefore recommended not to compromise on safety. Tires are the car's only contact with the road and are crucial for steering and braking.
The study also showed that there is a big difference in how long the tires can last. The most durable tire lasted 71,000 kilometers because it was worn down to the minimum requirement of 1.6 millimeters, while the least durable tire 'only' lasted 34,000 kilometers.
But the EU wants to change that with new standards. In Brussels, it is expected that the new rules will make buying tires more manageable.
The rules are intended to ensure that tire manufacturers meet a number of minimum requirements and, ultimately, that it becomes safer to drive on European roads.
However, it may also mean that it will be more expensive to buy tires. However, it is uncertain how much prices will and can increase due to the new rules.
There is a general expectation in the tire industry that the new rules will eliminate more tires of the lowest quality.
