Vredestein Quatrac wins Auto Bild all-season tyre test

Leading German automotive magazine, Auto Bild Allrad has awarded the Vredestein Quatrac first place in its annual group test of all-season tyres, rating it ‘Exemplary’.

Tested against 10 leading rival all-season tyres in snow, wet and dry conditions, the Vredestein Quatrac was acclaimed by the testers for its all-round talent and for being balanced and safe on any surface.

The Quatrac excelled throughout the test, including in wet conditions, where it led the field for braking. The testers also noted that Vredestein’s all-season tread pattern shows no weaknesses in aquaplaning.

The Quatrac also stood out in the dry road noise test, emitting just 66.4 dB at 50km/h and 70.4 db at 80km/h, underlining its credentials as a tyre for electric vehicles, where the absence of an internal combustion engine can make tyre noise more noticeable.

To conduct the test, the Auto Bild Allrad testers assessed 11 leading all-season tyres in the popular 215/55 R 17 size, all fitted to a VW T-Roc. Extensive dry and wet tests were conducted at the TRIWO test centre in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, while snow performance was assessed at the Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds in New Zealand, simulating harsh European winter conditions.

Last year, the Vredestein Quatrac secured first place in Auto Bild’s annual group test of all-season tyres, outperforming 14 competitors. Judges praised its short braking distances and confident handling on wet surfaces.

Daniele Lorenzetti, chief technology officer, Apollo Tyres Ltd, said: “The Quatrac has shown once again that it is the leader in the all-season segment, thanks to superior dynamic capabilities and technical features that make for a safe and enjoyable drive, year-round.

“As a pioneer of the all-season category, we are continuing to invest in research and development to maintain our leadership position, and we are already looking ahead to the launch of a significant new Vredestein product in this space next year.”