EU Tire Label, Goals

• To reduce fuel consumption
• To improve traffic safety
• To reduce traffic noise

The EU tire label provides the end-user with information about the tire's most important properties. However, it does not provide all critical safety criteria.

• Explaining additional tire properties can exert a sustained influence on the purchasing decision.
• The customer should be made aware of the limited reliability of the label regarding tire properties. For example, the label says nothing about the winter properties on winter tires.
• Tire tests remain important sources of information for dealers and end-users.

The tire test check many other performance factors, including the following:

• Aquaplaning properties
• Driving stability
• Steering precision
• Service life
• Braking properties
• Performance under winter conditions