For commercial vehicles in Turkey winter tire compulsory installation started and the leading tire manufacturer Goodyear made a statement on this matter.
Winter tire use obligation for commercial vehicles starting on November 25 in Istanbul, has started throughout Türkiye as of today. Here’s a statement about exactly this. Goodyear reported:: “Tires are the only points of vehicles in contact with the ground and are of great importance for safety, and the use of tires suitable for seasonal conditions is vital. For this reason, winter tires are extremely necessary to prevent accidents that may occur on snowy and icy surfaces and to ensure pedestrian and road safety. In Turkey, the obligation to install winter tires on commercial vehicles carrying cargo and passengers began nationwide as of December 1, 2023. In this context, vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires in accordance with the specifications determined by the ministry will not be able to go to traffic until April 1, 2024. Goodyear reminds us of the issues that drivers should pay attention to during this period.”
YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN
Winter tires, which become a necessity when air temperatures drop below +7 degrees, provide the best performance in braking and handling thanks to their different patterns and rubber components. Winter tires made of specially formulated tread rubber help control vehicles on icy and snowy roads.
At low temperatures, summer tires harden and their handling properties decrease, and their tread patterns are not designed to be suitable for gripping on snowy and icy surfaces. Therefore, it is important to choose winter tires to increase driving safety and maintain control during winter months. Winter tires maintain their flexibility and roadholding and traction properties at low temperatures, making vehicle control easier on icy and snowy roads.
Goodyear helps consumers in choosing the right tire; recommends that they pay attention to the labels of tires that provide information about safe driving and environmental features. The suitability of the tires for intense winter conditions can be understood from the 3PMSF mountain snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall and on the label. In addition, it is also recommended to consult dealers or review the results of independent tire tests when choosing the right tire for the vehicle.
Goodyear Consumer Tires Director Ertan San stated that winter tires offer drivers a safer driving experience by providing top performance in cold weather conditions. “Therefore, switching to winter tires in company vehicle fleets and individual use is a safety-oriented choice. Road transportation in Turkey is becoming a critical issue for fleet owners and commercial vehicle users who want to continue without disruption in winter conditions, especially in the regions where the heart of commerce beats. “In this context, Goodyear stands out with the winter tires it produces with high innovation,” he said.
Goodyear Consumer Tires Director Ertan San stated that winter tires provide optimum traction and handling thanks to the increased density of capillary channels in the tire tread pattern and said, “At the same time, they increase performance in deep snow with their longer and softer grooves. “This offers commercial vehicle users the opportunity to trade safely and uninterruptedly during the winter months,” he said.
Stating that the awareness of the use of winter tires in Turkey increases every year, Ertan San said: “Although it is not mandatory for non-commercial vehicles, vehicle users should prefer winter tires. We have regions in our country where winters are harsh and traffic safety is of vital importance for users. “Not only the drivers required by the regulation, but all drivers should use winter tires in winter conditions for both their own safety and traffic safety,” he said.