# German automobile club tire testing results > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-automobile-club-tire-testing-results > Updated: 2026-09-26T18:17:05.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 3. German automobile clubs, including ADAC, AvD, and ACV, have released testing results for winter and all-season tires, revealing significant performance disparities. In winter tire testing for the 185/65 R 15 size, Continental and Michelin were the only brands to receive a ‘good’ rating. The Continental Winter-Contact TS 870 was identified as the top performer, followed by the Michelin Alpin 7. Notably, nine of the 16 models tested by ADAC were not recommended due to performance gaps, specifically regarding wet braking, which testers identified as a critical safety concern. While premium brands led, the Chinese brand Linglong achieved a notable fourth-place finish with its Sport Master Winter model, matching the score of the third-place Hankook Winter i*cept RS3. Some established brands, such as Goodyear and Bridgestone, saw lower rankings, which experts attributed to limited versatility or design cost-saving measures in smaller sizes. In all-season tire testing, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 has consistently led various tests for its balanced performance and mileage. In the 225/50 R 17 size, it was followed by the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 and the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF 3. In a separate evaluation of 10 models conducted by ACV in collaboration with ARBÖ and GTÜ, the Pirelli Cinturato Allseason SF3 emerged as the top performer, scoring 411 out of 450 points across dry, wet, and snowy surfaces. Further AvD testing in the 225/45 R 17 winter tire category placed the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 3 in first place, closely followed by the Michelin Alpin 7, with Pirelli noted for superior aquaplaning resistance. Recent industry analysis indicates a growing trend in all-season tire adoption due to milder winters and convenience. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-26: All-season tires see rising popularity amid varying test results Automotive tests by AvD and ACV show rising popularity for all-season tires, with Continental and Pirelli emerging as top performers while budget models often fail to meet safety standards. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/continental-and-pirelli-lead-all-season-tire-performance-tests ### 2026-09-23: ADAC tire test: Continental and Michelin lead as Chinese Linglong surprises An ADAC tire test for 185/65 R15 winter tires saw Continental and Michelin lead, while Chinese brand Linglong achieved a surprising fourth-place finish, matching the score of third-place Hankook. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/adac-tire-test-continental-and-michelin-lead-as-chinese-linglong-surprises ### 2026-09-23: Automotive clubs report wide performance gaps in tire tests Automotive clubs ADAC and AvD report significant performance gaps in winter and all-season tire tests, with Continental, Michelin, and Pirelli emerging as top performers in various categories. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-automobile-clubs-release-new-tire-test-results --- Cite as: German automobile club tire testing results. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-automobile-club-tire-testing-results