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Winter tyres earn their keep below about 7°C and on snow or slush; fit a set of four, not just the driven wheels.
From tyre makers' announcements and published independent tyre tests, read on 9 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.
Mid-range
Drivers in colder parts of the UK who cover a lot of miles each winter.
Watch out for: It won only narrowly in 2025, so the other tyres ADAC rated good are close behind and worth comparing on price.
Sources: ADAC winter tyre tests, summarised by Stiftung Warentest (German)
Premium
Small and family cars that see real snow and ice: a test winner in the commonest size.
Watch out for: Winter tyres wear fast in warm weather; swap back to summer tyres in spring.
Sources: ADAC winter tyre tests, summarised by Stiftung Warentest (German)
Premium
Drivers who want Michelin's newest winter tyre, including on electric and hybrid cars.
Watch out for: The improvements are Michelin's own figures from one size; the Alpin 6 it replaces was rated good by ADAC.
Sources: Tyrepress: launch report · Michelin UK product page
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