Should I fit all-season tyres?

My Toyota C-HR is fitted with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres which are suitable for air temperatures above 8 degrees centigrade. Is this the correct tyre for this country? Should I be fitting Michelin CrossClimate tyres? Can I run with two new CrossClimate tyres and 2 existing tyres safely?

Asked on 4 April 2022 by Elma

Answered by Lawrence Allan
Whether you switch from summer tyres (the Primacy 3 tyres) to Cross Climates (all-season tyres) is personal preference, but given the adverse weather conditions the UK often faces it may be worthwhile. All season tyres have slightly less dry grip if you're an enthusiastic driver, but they are better all-round in wet and cold conditions.

As for running CrossClimates on one axle: it's not ideally recommended for long-term use because the tread profiles will be completely different, which could have an effect on wet handling or braking.
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