In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Holland (
Vredestein) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin). Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Vredestein (59%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 7 has a better rating of 83% compared to 56% of the Vredestein Wintrac. The first tyre test of Vredestein Wintrac was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Wintrac is made in Hungary and
ALPIN 7 is made in Spain/Germany.
