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In 2026, Irish drivers generally choose between two main options based on their year-round needs:
Summer Tyres: Optimized for maximum performance and safety when temperatures are above 7°C. While standard in Ireland, they lose grip in freezing conditions.
All-Season Tyres: A versatile hybrid designed to work safely from -10°C to 30°C. They offer a reliable compromise for dry, wet, and lightly snowy roads without the need for seasonal changes.
Because Ireland’s temperate climate rarely sees extreme snow, many drivers use summer tyres year-round, though all-season tyres are increasingly popular for added winter security.

Key Features Explained

• XL (Extra Load): Signifies a reinforced structure to handle heavier vehicle weights.
• EVc (Electric Vehicle Compatible): Indicates the tyre is optimized to handle the specific demands of electric vehicles, such as instant torque and heavier weight, while maximizing range.
• RFT (Run Flat): Allows for limited distance driving after a puncture, eliminating the immediate need for a spare tyre change.
• MFS (Maximum Flange Shield): A rim protector feature that helps safeguard alloy wheels from kerb damage.
• ENLITEN Technology: A suite of advanced manufacturing technologies that reduce raw material use, lower rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency, and increase the tyre's lifespan without compromising performance.
• 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake): All tyres listed are certified for genuine winter use, providing safety in snow and cold conditions. 

Popular Compatible Vehicles

• Nissan Qashqai / X-Trail: Fits perfectly with sizes like 215/60 R17 and 215/65 R17, offering an excellent year-round upgrade from standard summer tyres.
• Hyundai Tucson / Kia Sportage: Extremely popular SUVs that commonly use 225/60 R17 and 235/60 R17 fitments, benefiting from the all-season safety and EVc optimization.
• Volkswagen Tiguan / Ford Kuga: Compatible with mid-profile 17" sizes, offering a premium, high-mileage solution for these everyday family SUVs.
• Toyota RAV4 / C-HR: The 225/60 R17 size is ideal for the RAV4, providing certified winter safety and EV readiness for hybrid models.
• Peugeot 3008 / 5008: These stylish CUVs can use sizes like 215/65 R17 and 225/55 R17, often utilizing the MFS rim protection feature.
• BMW X1 / X2: Certain sizes are available with RFT (Run Flat) technology, making them direct replacements for original equipment on these premium compact SUVs.
• Audi Q3 / Q5: The wider 235/65 R17 and 235/55 R17 sizes are suitable all-season alternatives for these premium models.
• Volvo XC40 / XC60: Compatible with sizes like 235/60 R17, the Turanza matches Volvo’s focus on safety and robust build quality.

LOAD RATING  (the number)
This number tells you how much weight ONE tyre can safely carry
The higher the number, the more weight it supports
All four tyres together must safely support the full vehicle weight

Rule: Always match or exceed the vehicle’s required load rating.
Rule: Never fit a lower speed rating than the manufacturer specifies.

Available 17" Sizes and Markings

• 205, 45, 17, 88H, XL, EVc

• 205, 50, 17, 93W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 205, 55, 17, 95V, XL, RFT (Run Flat), EVc
• 205, 55, 17, 95W, XL, RFT (Run Flat), EVc
• 205, 55, 17, 95W, XL, EVc
• 215, 40, 17, 87W, XL, EVc
• 215, 45, 17, 91W, XL, EVc
• 215, 50, 17, 95W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 215, 55, 17, 98W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 215, 60, 17, 100V, XL, MFS, EVc
• 215, 65, 17, 103V, XL, MFS, EVc
• 225, 45, 17, 94W, XL, EVc
• 225, 50, 17, 98W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 225, 55, 17, 101W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 225, 60, 17, 103V, XL, MFS, EVc
• 225, 60, 17, 103W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 235, 45, 17, 97W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 235, 50, 17, 101W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 235, 55, 17, 103W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 235, 60, 17, 106V, XL, MFS, EVc
• 245, 40, 17, 95W, XL, MFS, EVc
• 245, 45, 17, 99W, XL, MFS, EVc