The tyre meets the European Union's requirements for winter tyres
Carries the 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Flake) symbol, which is awarded after the model in question has been thoroughly tested for snow grip.
tyre tests Firestone Winterhawk 4:
2025
Auto Bild
225/40 R18
satisfactory
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Auto Bild
225/45 R19
satisfactory
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2024
ADAC
215/55 R17
satisfactory
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Auto Bild
205/55 R16
satisfactory
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2023
ÖAMTC
205/60 R16
highly recommended
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ADAC
205/60 R16
good
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2022
Auto, Motor und Sport
245/45 R19
sufficient
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Auto Bild
225/45 R19
good
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Auto Bild
215/55 R17
satisfactory
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ADAC
185/65 R15
satisfactory
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2021
Auto Zeitung
235/55 R18
highly recommended
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ADAC
225/50 R17
satisfactory
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Auto Bild
205/55 R16
satisfactory
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Winterhawk 4 is another version of middle-class winter tyres produced by the Firestonebrand. They are characterised by a directional "V" shaped tread, which has a positive effect on road braking and snow and slush evacuation.
The product is the direct successor of the Winterhawk 3. The designers managed to maintain all the advantages of the predecessor. As a result, the model is primarily characterized by a high safety rate, mainly due to the short braking distance. In addition, it is durable and resistant to damage, and has predictable behaviour on various types of surfaces.
Despite the satisfactory achievements of the predecessor in terms of safety, the designers decided that this aspect is always worth improving. The more so because driving in winter conditions is particularly vulnerable to life-threatening and health-threatening traffic situations. Therefore, the company Firestone made sure that the latest model increased the tyre's grip on snow and shortened braking distance on wet roads. The new generation is a guarantee of even more control and reliable guidance, regardless of the weather outside the window.
Firestone is an American brand with traditions, one of the first in the world to produce tyres on an industrial scale. It was founded in 1905 in Ohio. It is one of the most recognized companies producing middle class tyres. It currently belongs to the Japanese company Bridgestone.
Firestone
The Firestone brand belongs to the Bridgestone group and has been supplying reliable tyres to various automotive segments for over a century. The American company is known for its good value for money, which is why it has gained recognition among drivers of passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles. Firestone tyres combine proven solutions with advanced technologies, as exemplified by the ENLITEN system, which ensures readiness for the challenges of electromobility. An interesting fact is that Firestone was granted exclusive rights as the tyre supplier for the IndyCar Series for the years 2000-2030.