All-Season Tyre Buying Guide

Everything you need to know before choosing the right all-season tyres for your vehicle.

Fast Facts

• 🚗 Versatility across vehicles: All-season tyres suit a wide range of vehicles — from passenger cars and SUVs to EVs and light trucks.

• 🌦️ All-weather capability: Continental all-season tyres proudly display both the M+S (Mud & Snow) and 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake) symbols — proof of winter readiness and legal compliance in most countries.

• ⚡ EV-ready design: Continental all-season tyres are engineered to handle the extra weight and torque of electric vehicles.

• 🛞 Premium SUV performance: Continental’s advanced all-season range includes tyres designed specifically for crossovers and high-performance SUVs, combining comfort, traction, and durability.

All-season tyres: the best of both worlds

All-season tyres combine summer and winter tyre technology into one high-performing, durable tyre designed for year-round use in moderate climates.

They offer:

• Reliable grip on wet, dry, and mildly snowy roads

• Reduced road noise and excellent driving comfort

• Impressive tread life and fuel efficiency

• The convenience of no seasonal tyre changes

If you live in a mild climate, all-season tyres can be the perfect balance of safety, convenience, and cost efficiency.

However, if you regularly face extreme winters or very hot summers, seasonal tyres remain the best choice to guarantee optimal safety and performance.

What to consider before buying all-season tyres

Before investing in a new set of tyres, think carefully about how and where you drive.

1. Your driving environment

• Urban driving: If your car spends most of its time in the city, focus on braking performance, aquaplaning resistance, and fuel efficiency.

• Mixed terrain: If you drive an SUV or crossover that often leaves the tarmac, choose a model with enhanced traction and reinforced tread for occasional off-road use.

2. Your vehicle type

The best all-season tyre depends on your vehicle — passenger car, SUV, EV, or truck.
Use Continental’s Tyre Finder tool to identify the ideal match for your driving style, performance needs, and local conditions.

Understanding sidewall symbols: M+S and 3PMSF

Your tyre’s sidewall is a key source of information. Two markings are essential when choosing all-season tyres:

M+S (Mud and Snow)

Indicates that the tyre’s tread design and compound have been optimized for driving in muddy or snowy conditions — offering better traction than standard summer tyres.

3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake)

This internationally recognized symbol certifies that the tyre has passed standardized snow performance tests under defined conditions. It’s a mark of genuine winter capability and legal compliance in many countries.

✅ Continental all-season tyres carry both the M+S and 3PMSF markings, meaning they’re safe and legal for winter use in most regions.
⚠️ For drivers in harsh winter climates, switching to dedicated winter tyres is still strongly recommended for maximum safety.

All-season tyres for electric vehicles

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming mobility — but they also demand more from their tyres.

EVs are heavier than conventional cars due to battery weight, and their instant torque delivery puts additional stress on tyre tread and structure. This can increase wear, extend braking distances, and affect energy efficiency if tyres aren’t designed for EV-specific demands.

Why Continental all-season tyres are ideal for EVs

• Reinforced construction to withstand higher loads

• Advanced rubber compounds for long tread life under torque stress

• Low rolling resistance for enhanced driving range

• Optimized tread design for quiet, smooth rides — a key comfort factor in EVs

🛞 Continental’s all-season tyres combine cutting-edge technology and EV readiness, offering outstanding grip, durability, and safety — even under the unique stresses of electric driving.

Which all-season tyres are best for SUVs

SUVs require tyres that combine strength, safety, and comfort — and Continental delivers across all segments.

For compact and crossover SUVs

• Designed for city driving with occasional off-road trips

• Offer excellent year-round handling, fuel efficiency, and noise-reduction technology for a smoother, quieter ride

For electric SUVs (e-SUVs)

• Built to handle heavier battery weight and instant torque

• Use robust rubber compounds for superior grip and precise braking

• Provide the right balance between low rolling resistance and off-road traction

For high-performance SUVs

• Developed through Continental’s High-Performance Technology Center (HPTC)

• Feature innovative tread patterns and advanced compounds for maximum grip, cornering stability, and control — even at high speeds

• Deliver extended tread life and responsive handling for premium driving comfort

🚙 Whether you drive through the city, along coastal roads, or across rough terrain, Continental has the right all-season SUV tyre to keep you safe, confident, and in control all year long.

The bottom line

All-season tyres provide flexibility, convenience, and performance for drivers in moderate climates — and Continental’s advanced range ensures you never have to compromise on safety or innovation.

They are:

• ✅ Versatile across vehicle types (including EVs and SUVs)

• ✅ Certified for winter use (M+S and 3PMSF)

• ✅ Designed for fuel efficiency, long life, and comfort

🔧 With Continental’s all-season tyre technology, you can enjoy the best of both worlds — seamless driving in every season and total peace of mind, wherever the road takes you.