Comparison: Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 vs. Vredestein Ultrac Pro (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Hankook) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Netherlands (Vredestein). Generally, Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Vredestein (62%). In this particular case, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro has a better rating of 79% compared to 61% of the Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129. The first tyre test of Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 was done in 2022, compared to 2024 when was the Vredestein Ultrac Pro first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Sportscars 2026 255/35 R19 test, where both the Ventus S1 evo Z K129 and the Ultrac Pro were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Ventus S1 evo Z K129 is made - Hungary.