Best Winter Tyres for Snow
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If you regularly see settled snow — highlands, alpine trips, rural winters — a dedicated winter tyre transforms braking and traction in a way no all-season quite matches. Look for the 3PMSF snowflake, and remember winter tyres commonly carry lower speed ratings (Q/R/S), which is acceptable with a reminder label in view.
1. Michelin Alpin 6
Benchmark snow-and-wet balance with Michelin's long wear life — the safe default winter choice.
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2. Continental WinterContact TS 870
Repeated test winner in the compact and family classes; superb wet and snow braking.
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3. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
Strong across snow, ice and wet with a wide size range up to larger SUV fitments.
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4. Hankook Winter i*cept RS3
The value pick that keeps podium company in tests — meaningfully cheaper, close on snow.
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5. Occasional-snow alternative: snow socks
If you meet snow twice a year, certified textile snow socks stowed in the boot cover the school-run emergency for a fraction of a winter set. Check they're certified for your region's rules.
How we ranked
Ranking reflects independent winter tyre test results (snow braking and traction weighted highest, wet braking second) and UK/EU size availability.
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Data: computed reference values (ETRTO tyre-size arithmetic), build date 22 July 2026. Reference only — always follow your vehicle manufacturer's placard or handbook.