Federal vs Nankang:
A Tyre Brand Comparison

Deciding which tyre brand to buy is hard. We collected hundreds of reviews and compared their performance. Buy them online, fit locally at Tyroola.

Federal

Federal Tyres is a 64-year-old Taiwanese tyre company that has produced award-winning tyres admired in Australia for their reasonable prices, outstanding performance, and high reliability. With their technical know-how supported by partnerships with both the Bridgestone & Dunlop tyre companies, Federal is now considered a major global tyre manufacturer, models for all types of vehicles. Every product in their catalogue is made with Silica-gel infused rubber compound, a rigid internal structure and features superior tread design that provides control and stability. Each tyre made is now HA Oil-free and eco-friendly. Federal is a significant supporter of Drifting and produces durable tyres that can withstand the extreme pressure and heat that would typically burn out regular tyres. Many consumers have cited its durability since Federal's unique rubber compound, and advanced tread design increases tread life, vehicle mileage, and resistance to nicks & cuts, making Federal perfect for Australian driving conditions. The Federal 595RS- R Semi slickmodel, has received favourable reviews on Tyroola, with customers giving it high marks for durability, both wet and dry traction and steering response stating they are a bargain for performance tyres.

Nankang

Nankang is a 60-year-old tyre Taiwanese manufacturing giant that has created quality performance and innovative tyre products available worldwide. Their tyres are designed to be resistant to high heat, have outstanding road grip and look good as well while being widely available at affordable prices. Nankang has a comparatively smaller catalogue versus other brands, not for lack of innovation but due to their desire to only supply a range of highly specialised tyres. Nankang, in many ways, is the most pragmatic of the tyre brands. Nope, you won't confuse them with Pirelli, Michelin and others, but they have stepped up their game, particularly in the product development and quality assurance areas and has slowly become a brand to consider for budget-minded drivers looking to get the most tire for the dollar. Nankang offers SUV, 4x4, light truck tyres designed for all-terrain and all-weather performance. They also produce the very popular Nankang AS-1 line of ultra-high performance touring tyres for passenger cars, which are either attuned for all-season driving or perfected for performance on dry pavement. Available on Tyroola, the cornering grip, straight-line acceleration, traction, handling as well as the durability of the AS-1 has received positive feedback from customers.

Summary

Federal and Nankang tyres are consistently well-reviewed due to their high-quality yet easy on the pocket prices. Federal is committed to maintaining the durability of its tyres and adapting the tech developed in their motorsport programs to the production of their regular consumer tyres line. While Nankang continues to create safe, high-performance tyres endowed with aggressive tread designs that provide your ride with a totally lit looking profile despite the affordable price. Best-selling models to look out for on Tyroola are the Nankang AS-1 and the NS-1 and Federal's Couragia line.

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