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Firestone Winterhawk 3
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.
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Durability, excellent driving behaviour on any surface and pleasant journeys are just some of the benefits of the Firestone Winterhawk 3. The tyre was designed for use in passenger cars. Thanks to a directional tread with a V-shaped arrangement, the model guarantees short braking distances on wet roads and a high level of driving safety. The designers of the tyre put a great deal of thought into an optimum distribution of forces within the tyre. This means that the tread wears evenly and slowly and the full range of performance can be achieved throughout the model's service life, regardless of the figure on the milometer. Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres ensure stable driving behaviour, with the vehicle sticking to its path and providing optimum safety during sudden manoeuvres, such as lane changes or emergency braking. The directional tread ensures outstanding evacuation of snow and slush. The V-shaped arrangement of the grooves evacuates water rapidly and effectively. The tread pattern also protects against aquaplaning and ensures that the vehicle maintains outstanding grip, regardless of the weather. The Firestone Winterhawk 3 is the ideal solution for all drivers looking for balanced performance, short braking distances and stable driving behaviour, regardless of the road surface or weather conditions.
Information about manufacturer: Firestone is an American brand founded by Harvey S. Firestone in 1905 in Akron, Ohio. The brand specialises in manufacturing mid-market tyres characterised by outstanding value for money and balanced performance. The Firestone brand now belongs to the Bridgestone Group. The Firestone range includes tyres for cars, light commercial vehicles, lorries and agricultural machines. The brand was one of the first large-scale manufacturers of tyres, with Firestone tyres fitted as standard on the cars that left the Ford Motor Company's production lines.
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The Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyre model is according to me pretty much simmilar to winterhawk 2. In fact, the good behavior of the previous generation prompted me to just such a choice, but pretty soon I realized that it's practically the same. The primary parameter for me to evaluate is the ability to move off on wet or snow-covered roads, the previous generation is of no difference, compared to the summer. The behavior of the car was so much different, after a month of use I went to the MOT in order to check the drive AWD, if it works correctly because those were starting to feel very different from their prodecessor. I decided to drive on the Firestone Winterhawk 3 until the end of the season, i'll be considering selling those and getting something new. In the end I can mention that i was using 2 generation for 3 seasons and have carried them around 40k miles. Read more Collapse
Summary: I do not recommend this tyre
Overall assessment:
The grip on dry surface 3/5
The grip on wet surface 3/5
The grip on snow and slush 3/5
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_George
Hello. I'm currently using the second set of the winterhawk 2 tyres. I was using the first set during 7 seasons (7 years) and they did not lose their properties to the very end so I was very pleased with them and with their grip so I decided to buy a new Firestone Winterhawk 3. I drove on them them about 2000 miles already nand I am quite impressed as they are definitely even more quiet than the Winterhawk 2 model. I'm often travelling to mountainous areas to ski so snow is not unfamiliar to me. Very good grip on snow-covered roads. Very good sush drainage. I am very pleased with them after the first season. I recommend Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres for people who are looking for tyres at a decent price with excellent driving properties. Read more Collapse
Summary: I recommend this tyre
The grip on dry surface 4/5
The grip on wet surface 4/5
The grip on snow and slush 5/5
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Mark
I drove around 2000 miles with Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres fitted on my car, of which two routes were more than 500m. They behave properly, especially in the snow. Somewhat lsignificant tread wear though, a bit larger than expected, so i can estimate that they would last for another two seasons. Average rolling resistance, which resulted in a noticeable fuel consumption on the road. Average noise level, which the road is a bit cumbersome, especially at higher speeds on dry roads. I'm not sure what the author meant by asking for an assessment of the appearance of the tyre. They look like normal tyres, round, black, with no special frills. To sum up: Firestone Winterhawk 3 are the regular tyres, you get exactly what you pay for. Read more Collapse
yarek
Firestone Winterhawk 3 is a really good tyre for the price. I was going to buy dunlop tyres but at the last i've found Winterhawks to be something new on the market. The fact is this year's winter was not too harsh but still they proved themselves during a trip to the mountains. Very good adhesion on dry and wet roads. ESP does not turn up too often with violent traction. I do not know how those would fare with a heavier car but for a compact 150bhp I can surely recommend. Already tested Michelin alpine, now in the second car I have goodyears and i can boldly compare those 2 brands. Good tyre! Firestone Winterhawk 3 are definately to be RECOMMENDED. Read more Collapse
The grip on dry surface 5/5
The grip on snow and slush 4/5
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Gimpy
Outside the city i'm driving rather fast and local roads are rarely without some layer of snow. I'm usually driving on the Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres at the speed of 75 - 95 and just nothing bad ever happened! The car sticks the road very well and I did not happen aquaplane at all. I didn't change the tyres for summer, because those also hold great on the dry especially while cornering. The tread pattern is notched so that it creates a momentary discharge of large quantities of water from under the wheels, you can only see a big fountain in the rearview mirror. Read more Collapse
The grip on wet surface 5/5
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Zbeeg
Great winter this year was not so demanding for me to fully assess the typical winter tire performance. In my opinion Firestone Winterhawk 3 is a very good tire for driving in the conditions of autumn and winter, especially for city driving, where it prevails in recent years, mainly water and slush. In such conditions the car drives smoothly, the tire itself is very quiet and comfortable. At the time the tire also fairly well exercised on the snow covered route. I would recommend. Read more Collapse
I chose Firestone Winterhawk 3 tires because of the value for the assessment of ADAC. It is difficult to give a specific opinion on the particular characteristics of these tires because I have not tested them for the length of braking on different road surfaces, I did not measure how much noise they produce and other tests done or not. I can only say that in all the circumstances that befell me these tires did not disappoint me. I'd recommend! Read more Collapse
Mate
Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres were bought suggesting that the opinions of the previous model of the tire Winterhawk 2, which were in the tests, reviews received very high notes, so the choice fell on this very tyre. No regrets, tyres stick to the road, the car is maneuverable, does not throw the snow to the sides also behaves well (although not had a chance to double check because winter this year was like a spring) .. I would recommend. Read more Collapse
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Tommy
Firestone Winterhawk 3 are very solid tires for a decent price, the winter made about 5000 km, of which about 2000 km of routes (motorways and ordinary country trips). In fact, the lack of any problems, only what little fault is to be found is the fact that 2-3 times in dry conditions on long corners, you could get the impression that they are trying to throw the car on the outside, but it could just as well be speed is too high ...;) Read more Collapse
Victor
Firestone Winterhawk 3 tyres bought after recommending by consultant from Oponeo. Does the job, provide a comfortable ride around town (driving there 90% of the time). They provide security in emergency situations. With slush, unfortunately, there have been minor slippage during braking. The snow is conducted safely and not recorded any uncertain situation. While raining, adhesion also very well developed. Read more Collapse
Michael B
I think that Firestone Winterhawk 3 is good value for money. Also confirmed that in the workshop, where I got them fitted - an i enjoy a good opinion of experts. No noise, on a wet road I had no slipping any more than dry. Recently in the snow - moving off easily even driving uphill, - great traction even on heavy snow :) Read more Collapse
P.L.
Coped excellently with 10,000 miles of winter (mainly motorway) motoring. Read more Collapse
The Bakers
Tires for all weather, snow, rain, mud. ice Read more Collapse
Mariusz
Good all round performance, Read more Collapse
rowleycola
Good experience. Read more Collapse
Zoltan
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Winter 2013/2014 in Upper Silesia is practically the late autumn, and with no snow and slush, and therefore do not take into account the evaluation at this point. Tyres very good and stable lead in all conditions. In my humble opinion - would recommend to everyone not wanting to overpay for the company name and the test set (see - affair ADAC). Wide! Read more Collapse
Tomasz Majcherek
Tires extremely quiet. I did not notice the difference between summer, early winter tires Pirelli Sotto Zero II were significantly louder. Very well on them rides on both dry and wet roads. I am positively surprised by the quality, so far I've used only premium tires. In addition, the tires look good. I would recommend. Read more Collapse
RR
Hello, the distance traveled 12,000 km allows me to say a bit about these tires. Good model, good lateral support. Snow, water, slush are not a problem for them. Using tires with regular checking of tire pressure is very small. Of course, I will not write how he behaves on ice because no standard tire on the ice holds. Read more Collapse
Kamil
Tires fulfilling its role, what I have already tested this rather whimsical winter. As I say remarkable product and recommended, only downside I noticed it on a long tour, after heating up the tires they become quite audible. Despite this one too cumbersome shortcoming, I believe these tires to be worth the money. Read more Collapse
Maciej NT
Tires excel very well, much wild ride on rough roads and very well dampen inequality. Located on the asphalt you not tell the difference between summer and those who hold the road like crazy on wet or very likely to lead very quickly stop the vehicle at the moment I'm happy to see how well they will consume Read more Collapse
Michał
tires for excellent grip on dry and wet roads, quiet, with soft shoulder that allows good absorption of road bumps. I can not judge them instead on the snow because here with us this year it did not snow. However the great quality / price I suggest to anyone who is looking for a good product at the right price. Read more Collapse
Pietro Paolo Valente
With the tires I use this company for several years. Both summer and winter. Usually a half years years, then change the wheels and a half years winter - according to the season. She never failed. Good quality. Reasonable price. Decent life. Over 200 thousand. km. I changed a total of 4 sets .... I recommend. Read more Collapse
JAREK
Wife ran all winter. Both on dry and on snow, the loins behave very well. A bit worse on wet but still much better than previous ones. There is no problem with them when riding quietly. After covering the whole winter, virtually no signs of wear are visible. I definitely recommend it! Read more Collapse
stn
The third time I bought winter tires from Firestone. And the third time, a complete success. It is true that it is a little loud, but in its price class do not have equal. I have them for the winter mounted in two cars and exercise exactly as the city may require a driver. Read more Collapse
Remmyhi
It is a winter tire, and this year a little winter in the winter there. It's hard to judge performance on snow tires but otherwise fine. after one season with the vulcanizer found almost no wear (99% ride in the asphalt). For the price a great tire! I recommend! Read more Collapse
Maciej
Tires coped perfectly outside the city in an area where there was a lot of snow, there were no problems with you emerge from the drifts. worked well in ideal braking slush with no problem. I would recommend the purchase of tires for the next winter season. Read more Collapse
Damian Flash
I traveled about 5,000 km on these tires. On wet and dry surfaces, on snow or ice, they did very well, of course, winter tires. They have never let me down and no damage, they are lighter than the average tire. I would recommend these tires to everyone. Read more Collapse
Krzysztof Bartnik
Tested on the very difficult circumstances - so there really should be established chains, and here gave advice. In its price range it is difficult to think of a better. A little loud on the route but it is compensated by sticking to the road. Read more Collapse
Snopek
Winter snow was not sold, but still jet pleased with these tires. Maybe next season it will be better to test the snow .. Ps. Oponeo employee told a good replacement for 185/60/15 195/55/15 tires so I saved a significant amount! Yours! Read more Collapse
Bartek
Tire with excellent cost / performance ratio, despite the many kilometers traveled, often on mountain roads, the wear was much lower compared to other tires of the same category, I do not find any particular increases in consumption. Read more Collapse
Adriano Solda'
It already is another winter tire from Firestone and still I'm happy. Probably the best in its segment. As for me, the best value for money. Checks in the snow and on the route to provide a level of comfort and confidence driving Read more Collapse
Mariano_Italiano
I go to work and on weekends skiing in the mountains. On the mountain snow-covered roads gives a sense of stability and security. After inflating with nitrogen really doing well, even when starting for their feet on the snowy road. Read more Collapse
mack44
Tires recommendable really good job in the wet snow, winter well this year did not show the entire calculated so that there was not much place to test :). Overall I would recommend really worth and good price. Read more Collapse
Adam
I would recommend that tires fully meet my expectations. I reach every day to work out of town but the day I move around the city. On wet and snow abs starts really late and with a very strong press brakes. Read more Collapse
maciekle
Tires used in mostly outside the city in a slightly hilly terrain. Performed well on the icy and covered with fresh snow road. A little noisy. In general tire recommendable because of the cost of purchase. Read more Collapse
Wjs
Very good donuts at an affordable price in this class can not recommend I had previously Debica Frigo but after the first winter season to state that there is no comparison for the benefit of Firestone. Read more Collapse
Kosmo
Commuting to work and operate in the field leads to the conclusion that you can rely on these tires have a sense of full control of the behavior of the car on slippery surfaces to a speed of 120 / h. Read more Collapse
abbaye
The tires of this brand have both summer and winter. I find them perfect for my car, I've already got two sets of these tires and for now I'm not going to change them into another brand. Read more Collapse
Dariusz Musiał
These tires run well, but the scarcity of snow and frost did not allow for a thorough verification of their properties. When driving is felt slightly their volume, but I may have sharp hearing. Read more Collapse
Andrzej z Warmii
It is true that this winter had no opportunity to be tested fully, but it proved to be. I did not have any problems on the road except when I was driving on the ice. Good value for money Read more Collapse
szelka04
Tires fully lived up to my expectations despite how far a small amount of kilometers driven. Previous Firestone tires were also Winterhowk and for 3 seasons were doing doskonale.I recommend Read more Collapse
sw
Very good grip on wet surfaces. Although the operation under summer conditions, shows minimal signs of wear. High comfort. The sides of the tires still look new. Highly recommended! Read more Collapse
Maciek
The tire behaves very well in winter conditions. Many times instinct told me that I can not hold already on the way, but thanks to these tires I kept still. I am pleased with them. Read more Collapse
rivart
Tires are great especially in the snow. After crossing the 12000 km distance can not see any wear. Tires are very safe. I would recommend especially the service conductor runs on. Read more Collapse
Marcin K
It is full of satisfaction with the choice made. As for the changing conditions of the so-called winter in Poland, I consider the purchase to be successful. I would recommend. Read more Collapse
JAW
Under normal conditions, perform well in extreme snow and ice already worse. For dry very well at higher temperatures a little too soft even at 5-7 deg C time for replacement. Read more Collapse
Garti
Firestone Winterhawk 3 tires are much better than the tires I used before. They are very good quality, and their price is affordable for everyone, which is a huge plus. Read more Collapse
Elżbieta Lipińska
Winter this year had nothing but the tires pretty well stick to wet roads. With several days of snowfall and in the slush, although the latter are doing slightly worse. Read more Collapse
Katarzyna
Recommended tire because of the good grip in all weather conditions and comfort tires in terms of tire noise can be heard only after exceeding 160 km / h. I recommend! Read more Collapse
Jarek
I bought a set of winter - great to drive in winter conditions. Proven in terms of this year's frozen rain - trip up the hill from the garage trouble. Recommend Read more Collapse
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