There are many different categories of tyres in the Singapore market such as Eco tyres, Off-Road, SUV tyres, Touring, and even different ‘level’ of Performance tyres.
Lets talk about Eco, Touring and Performance tyres in General.
What are they designed for ? (in summary)
- Eco Tyres are fuel efficiency tyres engineered to have low rolling resistance and quiet
- Touring Tyres are more towards comfort tyres but also designed with a certain level of grip
- Performance Tyres are build to have high level of grip with improve handling , cornering & shorten your braking distances
ECO TYRES Pros & Cons
in most cases (now adays in market, eco and touring tyres are combine)
- PROS
- Fuel Saving
- Low rolling resistance
- Higher Mileage use = high durability
- quiet
- CONS
- Lower in grip
- Braking distance increase
eg. Bridgestone ECOPIA , Yokohama Bluearth ES32
TOURING TYRES Pros & Cons
in most cases (now adays in market, eco and touring tyres are combine)
- PROS
- Comfortable ride
- Mostly low rolling resistance
- Generally quiet
- Balanced grip suitable for daily driving
- CONS
- Not performance‑focused in grip
- Average handling under spirited driving
eg. Yokohama BluEarth GT-AE51 , MICHELIN PRIMACY 5
PERFORMANCE TYRES Pros & Cons
In most cases, performance tyres fall under categories such as UHP, UUHP, and semi‑slick. That’s why there are different levels of performance ranging from everyday confidence and comfort to track‑focused capability. In general :
- PROS
- High level of grip
- Shorter braking distance
- CONS
- Stiffer ride quality
- Increased fuel consumption
- Higher noise level
eg. Goodyear Eagle F1a6 , Michelin PS5
Tyres with best of everything?
Of course, everyone wants the best of everything , unfortunately it isn’t possible yet. For instance, a softer tyre sidewall helps absorb undulations and dampen forces, while stiffer sidewalls are required to enhance cornering ability.
That’s why it’s important to take your time to find the right balance for you and your car. Every tyre has different tiers of performance, and with the right choice, you’ll discover the sweet spot that works best for your driving style.
Find your kind of tyres today. Simply let us know your car model and year, your current tyre size, and what you’d like improved or wish for & we’ll guide you to the right fit.
Book a visit or WhatsApp us with your car model and we’ll tell you exactly what we’d put on it.
Written by the team at Tai Huat Tyres & Batteries, Sin Ming Industrial Estate. Serving Singapore drivers since 1974.
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