GREAT TYRES - GREAT PRICES
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From step one, to step done. Simply a better experience for tyre replacement.
Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
GREAT TYRES - GREAT PRICES
+ TRUSTED EXPERT FITTING
From step one, to step done. Simply a better experience for tyre replacement.
Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
Continental PremiumContact 7: Mastery Over Every Mile - 18"
82,00 € - 222,00 €
Key Features
Superior Wet Grip: Adaptive tread and EU Grade A rating provide precise handling in unpredictable Irish weather.
EV-Ready: EVc technology optimizes rolling resistance and noise for electric, hybrid, and combustion engines.
Advanced Protection: Options Include Rim Guards (FR) to prevent curb damage and ContiSeal to instantly plug punctures.
Award-Winning: Voted 2025 Best in Test for wet braking by Tyre Reviews.
OE Fitments: Tailor-made to meet the original equipment standards of leading vehicle manufacturers.
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Key Features & Markings Explained
- EVc (EV-Compatible): Tailored for the high torque and battery weight of electric SUVs like the ID.4 or Enyaq, significantly reducing tyre wear and energy consumption.
- RedChili Compound: Ensures the tyre reaches peak performance immediately. Vital for Irish weather where road temperatures often fluctuate between damp and dry.
- EU Grade A Wet Braking: Unrivaled safety rating for the Irish climate, providing the shortest possible stopping distances on wet motorways.
- XL (Extra Load): Reinforced construction to manage the high mass of modern SUVs and loaded Pickups.
- FR (Felgenrippe): Robust Rim Protection rib that shields 18" alloy wheels from curb rash.
- SI (ContiSeal): A sticky internal coating that seals punctures up to 5mm instantly—a "must-have" for rural Irish roads where debris is common.
- SSR (Self Supporting Runflat): Keeps you mobile even after a total pressure loss, allowing travel to a safe repair location.
- *OE Markings (AO, MO, VOL, ): Certified by premium brands to ensure the tyre works in perfect harmony with the vehicle’s specific suspension and ABS systems.
Prime 18" Fitments for the Irish Market
As we move into 2026, 18-inch wheels have become the most popular choice for "Premium Plus" trims on Irish roads:
- The Electric Pioneer – Volkswagen ID.4 & Skoda Enyaq: (235/60 R18) Utilize the EVc and VW markings to optimize battery range and handle the instant electric torque without excessive tyre wear.
- The Executive SUV – Volvo XC60: (235/60 R18) The VOL marked variant is precision-tuned for Volvo’s safety-first chassis, delivering a silent ride and class-leading wet grip.
- The Modern Workhorse – Toyota Hilux & Ford Ranger (Urban Trim): (255/60 R18 XL) For owners who use their pickups for both business and family life, the XL rating ensures stability under load while the RedChili compound offers car-like braking.
- The Style Leader – Hyundai Tucson & Kia Sportage (High Trim): (235/55 R18) Transform Ireland's best-selling SUVs with the PremiumContact 7 to gain a massive advantage in cornering stability and wet-weather confidence.
- The Luxury Crossover – Mercedes-Benz GLB: (235/50 R18) Fitted with MO (Mercedes Original) specs, this tyre ensures the sophisticated balance between rugged SUV capability and Mercedes-Benz luxury.
Summer tyres are most common in Ireland, offering peak fuel efficiency mileage and grip when temperatures stay above 7°C. However, they are not the official standard for winter safety. Motorists must show caution in cold conditions; below 7°C, summer rubber hardens, significantly compromising grip and wet braking performance on cold, saturated Irish roads.
All-Season tyres are the superior "fit-and-forget" solution for Ireland's wet, temperate climate. Specifically engineered to remain flexible in the cold, they provide shorter stopping distances on near-freezing, rain-soaked surfaces and carry the 3PMSF certification for frost and light snow. They offer total year-round peace of mind without the hassle of seasonal swaps.
Load Rating: Maximum Weight Capacity Explained
The load index is a numerical code representing the maximum weight in kgs that a single tyre can safely carry. To ensure safety, the combined capacity of all four tyres must exceed the vehicle’s total weight when fully loaded.
Speed Rating: Maximum Velocity Explained
Represented by a letter, the speed rating indicates the maximum kph a tyre can maintain over a prolonged period. Higher speed ratings are engineered to handle the heat and stresses generated at faster speeds more effectively.
Quick Reference Guide
- Check your requirements: You can find the specific requirements for your vehicle on the tyre information plate (usually located on the driver-side door pillar) or in the owner's manual.
- Replacement rule: It is vital never to fit a tyre with a lower load index or speed rating than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Common Ratings: Standard ratings include T (190 kph), H (210 kph), and V (240 kph). You can view a full conversion table below..
In 2026, 18-inch fitments are the performance standard for the Irish SUV and Pickup market. The Continental PremiumContact 7 in this size range is specifically engineered to handle the high center of gravity of SUVs while maintaining passenger-car levels of comfort and "A" rated wet safety.
Continental PremiumContact 7: 18" Size List
Common Versions
- 225, 40, R18, 92Y, XL, EVc, FR
- 225, 55, R18, 98V, EVc, FR
- 235, 45, R18, 98Y, XL, EVc, FR
- 235, 50, R18, 101Y, XL, EVc, FR
- 235, 55, R18, 100V, EVc, FR
- 235, 60, R18, 103V, EVc, FR
- 255, 55, R18, 109Y, XL, EVc, FR
Special Versions (EV, Seal, RFT)
- 235, 40, R18, 95W, XL, EVc, SI (ContiSeal)
- 235, 45, R18, 98W, XL, EVc, SSR (Runflat)
- 245, 45, R18, 100Y, XL, EVc, SI (ContiSeal)
- 245, 50, R18, 104Y, XL, EVc, FR
Manufacturer-Specific Fitments (OE)
- 225, 40, R18, 92Y, XL, EVc, AO (Audi)
- 235, 60, R18, 103V, EVc, VOL (Volvo)
- 245, 40, R18, 97Y, XL, EVc, MO (Mercedes-Benz)
- 245, 45, R18, 100Y, XL, EVc, (*) (BMW)
- 255, 45, R18, 103H, EVc, VW (Volkswagen)
