All Season Tyres

All season tyres, also known as all weather tyres, are designed for use in countries with moderate weather patterns all year round.

Countries like the UK, where the winter season is less severe, and are characteristically cold and wet with a low likelihood of snow, are ideally suited for all-season tyres. Because they are designed to cope with less extreme climates, they are sometimes referred to as four season or all-weather tyres - as they can be used all year round. All-season tyres are typically rated for mud and snow, making them suitable for light winter conditions, as well as dry conditions.

What are all season tyres?

All season tyres, also known as all weather tyres, are just one of the many different tyre types available on the market today. They provide a happy medium - perfect for keeping drivers firmly on the road come rain, snow, or shine.

All season tyres essentially combine elements of summer tyres and winter tyres to create a tyre that boasts the benefits of both, giving drivers peace of mind whatever the weather throws at them. While all season car tyres are not likely to match the performance of specialist summer or winter tyres during these respective seasons, they provide a good all-round mix of strengths.

Essentially, they are a hybrid of the qualities of summer and winter tyres, made from an intermediate rubber compound that provides good grip on warm dry roads, but also won't harden in cold weather.

The benefits of all season tyres

Here are some of the advantages of switching to all season tyres:

• Avoid the hassle and cost of changing between summer and winter tyres - Purchasing two sets of tyres for summer and winter can be costly, especially when you factor in fitting costs. All season tyres remove the hassle of owning and storing multiple sets of tyres, and can be used all year round.
• Better winter performance than a summer tyre - Thanks to a unique compound and tread pattern, all weather tyres provide better grip than summer tyres in cold, wintery conditions. Many all season tyres are designated as winter-suitable and feature the 3-Peak mountain snowflake symbol on the tyre sidewall. This means the tyre has been approved for use in winter conditions, and can be used in European countries where it is a legal requirement to fit winter tyres during certain months of the year.
• Better summer performance than a winter tyre - All weather tyres have a specially designed tread block which means they will work better and provide improved handling on dry, warm roads when compared to a winter tyre.
• Ideal for the UK - Severe ice and snow is uncommon in many parts of the UK when compared to some central European countries, or countries across the globe. This makes all season tyres ideal, as they are designed to cope with the milder weather in Britain while still providing great wet traction, for when it inevitably rains.

Do all-season tyres wear faster?

All-season, winter and summer tyres wear at different rates, and mixing them can cause performance and safety issues. All-season tyres are built for durability and generally don’t wear out faster than summer or winter tires. However, they may wear down more quickly compared to seasonal tires used in the right conditions. Since all-season tyres combine features of both summer and winter tyres, their tread can fall below the legal limit sooner.

All season tyres at Kwik Fit

At Kwik Fit we stock a comprehensive range of all season tyres from premium brands such as Goodyear, Michelin, and Continental. Search with your vehicle number plate using our tool below.

Which tyres are best for UK weather?

All-season tyres are generally best for the UK's weather, as they are designed to cope with moderate climates and can be used year-round.

To get an idea of the kind of all-season tyres we stock, here are some great options:

Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6

The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 is your reliable companion for year-round driving. Whether it’s rain, shine, or a sprinkling of British snow, this tyre ensures confidence and control on the roads.

Michelin CrossClimate

The Michelin CrossClimate achieves all-weather excellence thanks to a combination of an intelligent new rubber compound mixture, which adapts to weather conditions, providing grip in all temperatures with its unique tread pattern. In tests carried out by TUV SUD, the V-shaped tread provided excellent dry performance, while the new bevel-edged tread blocks with higher performing sipes allowed for great traction on snow and ice.

As well as boasting safety in every weather condition, the Michelin CrossClimate delivers the highest levels of combined performance in fuel economy, longevity, and driving comfort that Michelin is committed to delivering in every tyre that it develops.

Continental AllSeasonContact

The Continental AllSeasonContact tyre is designed to offer reliable performance throughout the year, combining the benefits of both summer and winter tyres. Engineered with a balance of traction, safety, and efficiency, it features a unique tread design and compound that provides solid grip in wet, dry, and mild winter conditions, including light snow.

How do all season tyres work?

All season car tyres combine properties of both summer and winter tyres to create a good all-round performance tyre. All-season tyres have a unique tread pattern, with grooves to aid aquaplaning resistance and high-density sipes that provide interlocking grip in icy conditions.

This means that all season tyres are the only tyres that can truly be used all year round. The trade-off is that all season tyres cannot offer best-in-class performance. The best summer tyres will outperform all-season during the summer, just as the best winter tyres will always excel in the snow. But for good, all-round performance - particularly in countries like the UK, where extreme weather conditions are rare - all season tyres cannot be beaten. /p>

When should you fit all season tyres?

All season tyres can be fitted at any time of year due to their unique blend of tyre properties. When your current tyres begin to get overly worn, it’s worth changing them to all-season tyres if you don’t want the hassle of changing them at the start of each new season.

Are all-season tyres OK for winter?

All-season tyres can be used in winter, but they are not as effective as winter tyres in harsh winter conditions, so it is beneficial to get winter-specific tyres for the winter months.

What is the difference between all- season and all-weather tyres?

The main difference between all-season and all-weather tyres is that all-weather tires are designed for year-round use, while all-season tyres are designed for varied but mild conditions.

When deciding between all-season and all-weather tyres, consider factors like your local climate, legal regulations, driving frequency, and budget.

Is it worth getting all-season tyres?

All-season tyres could be a good option for you if:

• You live in an area where temperatures are usually mild, especially during winter time.
• You typically drive in urban areas where the streets are regularly cleared of snow.
• You only drive for a limited amount of miles each year.

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