Overview

• The ADAC tested eight All-Terrain tire models in the 225/65 R17 size for road suitability but found none met safety standards for regular paved use.
• The Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 was the top performer with a 2.9 score, but it still lagged behind the reference all-season tire, which scored 2.1.
• One tested tire required nearly 50 meters to stop from 80 km/h on wet roads, highlighting a critical safety issue in braking performance.
• While all tested tires carried the snowflake symbol for winter approval, only two performed close to the all-season reference on snow, but neither was recommended.
• Experts advise consumers to rely on EU tire labels, which provide metrics on wet grip, rolling resistance, and noise, to make informed purchasing decisions.