Summer tyres;
Summer tyres are designed for road temperatures above +7°C. They use a harder rubber compound and continuous tread blocks for shorter braking on warm asphalt, lower rolling noise, and longer life than winter or all-season tyres. Use them between April and November and switch to winter tyres before 15 November.
Why summer tyres in warm months
- Shorter braking on hot asphalt - winter compounds soften and lose precision above +7°C.
- Lower rolling noise - continuous tread blocks reduce road drone at highway speed.
- Longer tread life - harder summer compound resists abrasion better than winter rubber.
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FAQ
When should I switch to summer tyres?
When daily lows stay above +7°C - typically mid-April in Croatia. Croatian winter tyre law ends 15 April.
Are summer tyres really better than all-season?
In hot weather yes - shorter braking, lower noise, longer life. All-season is a year-round compromise.
Can I run summer tyres in winter?
No - Croatian law forbids it from 15 November to 15 April. Compound hardens below +7°C and grip drops sharply on snow or wet cold roads.
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