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Summer = optimised for warm conditions, delivering maximum dry and wet grip, precise handling, and braking performance above 7 °C.

SUV = reinforced construction for heavier vehicles, offering stability, load capacity, and control for SUVs and crossovers.

Road = everyday road use, focused on comfort, stability, noise reduction, and predictable handling.

Elect = tyres engineered for electric and plug-in vehicles, designed to handle higher torque, reduced noise, increased load, and efficiency demands.

XL – Extra Load (stronger casing, higher pressure capability

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
104 – 900 kg
103 – 875 kg
102 – 850 kg
101 – 825 kg
100 – 800 kg
99  – 775 kg
98  – 750 kg
97  – 730 kg
96  – 710 kg
95  – 690 kg
94  – 670 kg
93  – 650 kg
92  – 630 kg

Rule: Always match or exceed the vehicle’s required load rating.

SPEED RATING - MAX SPEED
Higher letter = higher performance capability
Q   – up to 160 km/h (99 mph)
R   – up to 170 km/h (106 mph)
S   – up to 180 km/h (112 mph)
T   – up to 190 km/h (118 mph)
U   – up to 200 km/h (124 mph)
H   – up to 210 km/h (130 mph)
V   – up to 240 km/h (149 mph)
ZR  – over 240 km/h
W   – up to 270 km/h (168 mph)
Y   – up to 300 km/h (186 mph), (Y) – over 300 km/h
Rule: Never fit a lower speed rating than the manufacturer specifies.

 

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