Using UTQG and EU Label When Buying Tyres

EU tyre labels show rolling resistance, wet grip, and external noise. UTQG gives treadwear/traction/temperature. Together they cover different facets — use both when shopping imports.

EU rolling resistance

Directly ties to fuel economy — A is best in the label system.

EU wet grip

A–G scale correlates with wet braking; great for comparing touring tyres.

Don’t cherry-pick one metric

A tyre can ace efficiency and score mid-pack on wet — read the full label.