EU Tyre Label

In November 2012, a standard label for vehicle tyres was introduced throughout Europe. Based on three criteria, the EU Tyre Label provides information on the environmental and safety characteristics of a tyre, with the aim of increasing road safety and reducing pollution.

Safety
Secure grip in wet conditions is crucial for safe driving.
Fuel efficiency
Reduced rolling resistance saves fuel and cuts CO2 emissions.
Noise
This is the external noise made by the tyre and is measured in decibels.

Safety

Secure grip in wet conditions is crucial for safe driving. Performance is graded into classes A to G (although D and G are not currently used). The stopping distance between a class A tyre and a class F tyre can be as much as 18 metres.

Fuel efficiency

Reduced rolling resistance saves fuel and cuts CO2 emissions. Class A tyres deliver the best fuel efficiency, with each subsequent class through to G increasing fuel consumption by between 0.42 and 0.56 mpg for a car which does 36 mpg.

Noise

This is the external noise made by the tyre and is measured in decibels. The more filled bars shown on the label, the louder the tyres.

Please consider

Fuel savings and road safety depends heavily on the behaviour of the driver, and in particular the following:

eco-driving can significantly reduce fuel consumption
tyre pressure should be regularly checked to optimise wet grip and fuel efficiency performance
stopping distances should always be strictly respected

Further information:

Tyre label section on the official EU Commission website:
http://ec.europa.eu/energy/efficiency/tyres/labelling_en.htm

wikipedia.org: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyre_label

Our Statement on the EU Tyre Label

Continental welcomes the introduction of the European Tyre Label and the improvement of tyre information for consumers at the point of sale.
By November 2012, all consumers will be informed about fuel efficiency, safety properties and noise levels of new tyres via the label.
Between categories, fuel consumption will increase or decrease by 0.42 to 0.56 mpg, whereas the braking distance required on a wet road at 50 mph will increase or decrease by up to 6 m.
Tyre tests conducted by car magazines will continue to be an important source of information for end consumers, since they test up to eleven further safety-relevant product characteristics in addition to the three criteria shown on the label.
In winter, other tyre performance criteria become important that are not included on the label. Motorists should consult alternative published sources, such as tyre tests, retailer advice, manufacturer materials, etc when purchasing winter tyres.
For further information please contact your tyres specialist.

Semperit. A brand of Continental.