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
Firestone ROADHAWK 2: Engineered for Longevity and Wet Weather Control 18"
102,00 € - 212,00 €
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Quick Guide to Markings & Features
- XL: Extra Load – Reinforced sidewalls for heavier loads, common in modern hatchbacks and SUVs.
- MFS: Rim Guard – Maximum Flange Shield (or similar "with rim protection" feature) to help protect alloy wheels from kerb damage.
- NanoPro-Tech™: Advanced compound technology that reduces energy loss and heat generation for superior wear life and fuel efficiency.
- ENLITEN Technology: Reduces tyre weight and rolling resistance, making it fully compatible with electric and hybrid vehicles.
- Wet Grip ‘A’: The highest possible safety rating for stopping distances on rainy roads.
Popular Vehicles for these 18" Sizes
These 18-inch sizes fit a wide array of performance cars, crossovers, and SUVs popular in the Irish market:
Passenger Cars (Saloons, Hatches, Estates):
- Audi A3 / A4 / A5: Premium models benefiting from top-tier wet grip and durability.
- BMW 1, 2 & 3 Series: Popular choice for performance handling and safety standards in the rain.
- Volkswagen Golf GTI / R / Passat: Sporty and flagship models that use these sizes for enhanced control.
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class / C-Class: Executive models seeking a reliable, high-performance solution.
- Ford Focus ST / Mondeo: Performance hatchbacks and saloons that require reliable, long-lasting grip.
SUV / CUVs:
- Hyundai Tucson / Kia Sportage: Top-spec models of Ireland's best-selling CUVs, with robust XL construction.
- Nissan Qashqai / X-Trail: Popular crossovers, ideal for urban and suburban Irish driving.
- Volkswagen Tiguan: A very popular mid-size family SUV in the Irish market.
- BMW X1 / X2 / X3: Premium compact and mid-size crossovers.
- Volvo XC40 / XC60: Safety-focused Scandinavian CUVs and SUVs
Summer vs All Season Tyres & The Irish Climate
Summer tyres use specialized hard compounds for maximum dry/wet precision above 7°C. In Ireland’s temperate climate, the Firestone ROADHAWK 2 is a favourite for its ability to clear surface water rapidly via deep longitudinal grooves, providing "A-rated" safety during Atlantic rain spells while maintaining excellent stability during milder spells.
Load and Speed Rating
The load index is a numerical code for the maximum weight (kg) a single tyre can safely support. The speed rating, shown as a letter, indicates the maximum speed (kph) it can maintain. Always match or exceed manufacturer specifications found on the door pillar or manual; never fit tyres with lower ratings than recommended.
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..
Popular 18" Firestone ROADHAWK 2 Sizes (with Rim Protection)
- 215, 40, R18, 89Y, XL, MFS
- 215, 45, R18, 93Y, XL, MFS
- 225, 40, R18, 92Y, XL, MFS
- 225, 45, R18, 95W, XL, MFS
- 225, 50, R18, 99W, XL, MFS (SUV/CUV)
- 235, 40, R18, 95Y, XL, MFS
- 235, 45, R18, 98W, XL, MFS
- 235, 50, R18, 101W, XL, MFS (SUV/CUV)
- 235, 55, R18, 104V, XL, MFS (SUV/CUV)
- 245, 40, R18, 97Y, XL, MFS
- 245, 45, R18, 100W, XL, MFS
