JARGON BUSTERS

Quick Guide to Markings & Features

• XL (Extra Load): Reinforced sidewalls for heavier vehicles.
• FR / FP (Flange Protector): Integrated rim protection to shield alloys from curb damage.
• EVc (EV Compatible): Standard across the range (implied by design for efficiency and load).
• ★ (BMW/MINI): Engineered specifically for BMW Group chassis dynamics.
• VW (Volkswagen): Manufacturer-specific homologation for Volkswagen vehicles.
• JLR (Jaguar Land Rover): Approved for use on specific Jaguar and Land Rover models.
• MO (Mercedes Original): Approved for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
• Mileage Plus Technology: A highly elastic tread compound that provides significantly increased mileage performance on Irish roads.
• Wet Braking Technology: Shorter stopping distances in the damp Irish climate thanks to a specific tread compound and design.

Popular Vehicle Suggestions

Saloons:

• BMW 3 Series (G20): Popular M-Sport upgrade from 17", using the ★ marked versions.
• Audi A4 (B9): Common S line size, offering efficiency and a sportier look.
• Volkswagen Passat: A frequent size for higher-spec models, utilizing the VW or MO homologation where applicable.
• Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205/W206): Standard AMG Line fitment.

Hatchbacks:

• Volkswagen Golf GTI/R: A standard size for performance hatchbacks.
• Ford Focus ST: Widely used size on the performance variants.
• Cupra Leon: Matches the sporty performance and aesthetic of the Cupra brand.
• Toyota Corolla GR Sport: Enhances the look and handling of the performance hybrid.

Estates:

• Škoda Octavia vRS Combi: Provides durable performance for this popular Irish performance estate.
• BMW 3 Series Touring: Balances ride comfort and load capacity well on 18" wheels.
• Audi A4 Avant: A practical and efficient option for the family estate market

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..

Available 18" Sizes for Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

• 215, 50, R18, 92V, FP
• 215, 50, R18, 92W, FP
• 215, 50, R18, 92Y, FP
• 215, 55, R18, 95W, FP
• 225, 40, R18, 92W, XL, FP
• 225, 45, R18, 91V, FP
• 225, 45, R18, 95W, XL, FP
• 225, 50, R18, 95W, FP
• 225, 55, R18, 102Y, XL, FP
• 235, 40, R18, 95W, XL, FP
• 235, 45, R18, 98W, XL, FP
• 235, 50, R18, 101W, XL, FP
• 245, 40, R18, 97W, XL, FP
• 245, 45, R18, 100W, XL, FP
• 245, 50, R18, 100W, FP
• 255, 40, R18, 99W, XL, FP

Original Equipment (OE) Specific Versions

• 215, 55, R18, 95W, FP, ★ (BMW)
• 225, 45, R18, 91Y, FP, JLR (Jaguar Land Rover)
• 235, 45, R18, 98W, XL, FP, SEAT
• 245, 40, R18, 97W, XL, FP, VW (Volkswagen)
• 245, 45, R18, 100W, XL, FP, MO (Mercedes-Benz)