Continental Tyres is highlighting the EU tyre label as an important guide for motorists choosing new tyres, writes Brian Byrne. In a new educational video with content creator Erika Crawte, Tom Dennigan of Continental Tyres Ireland explains that the label helps drivers compare tyres on fuel efficiency, wet grip and external noise.
Dennigan said the label gives consumers clear, independent information about how tyres perform in real-world conditions, helping them make better choices based on safety, comfort and sustainability. He also pointed to independent tyre tests as a useful extra source of advice.
He stressed that tyres are the only contact point between a vehicle and the road, making wet-grip performance especially important in Ireland’s rainy conditions. Dennigan also reminded drivers to check tyre pressure, tread depth and overall condition regularly, saying even a good tyre will not perform properly if it is poorly maintained.
Under EU rules, retailers must show the tyre label before purchase. If they do not, motorists should ask to see it.
