Tire Tracker – Top score for Conti WinterContact TS 870 P

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Continental’s WinterContact TS 870 P tire has received an “exemplary” rating in a recently published inter-tire test, it announced 5 Oct. The tests covered 54 products in size 225/45 R 18 from European, American and Asian manufacturers on a 3-series BMW. The WinterContact TS 870 P was given grades of 1 and 2 on snow, wet roads and dry roads and recognised its “balanced performance in all kinds of weather, dynamic handling in wet and dry conditions, and short braking distances.” The tire from Continental’s development department in Hanover also received a grade of “good” for mileage and rolling resistance, which affect cost efficiency.