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Goodride Solmax 1 Test Results

Tyre Reviews tests: 1 Tested 2024 to 2026 3 publications

Tested 3 times by independent publications, the Goodride Solmax 1 averages a finish of 10th.

  • 3Independent tests
  • 0Test wins
  • 0Podium finishes
  • 10thAverage finish
  • 12%Field beaten on average
  • 3Publications
Goodride Solmax 1

3 tests, 2024 to 2026

0%50%100%202420252026Average 12%2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test (2024): P12 of 16, Beat 27% of the field2025 EV Tyre Test (2025): P8 of 8, Beat 0% of the fieldThe BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated (2026): P11 of 12, Beat 9% of the field
Share of the field beaten in each test, oldest to newest. Hover or tap a point for the test.
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The latest test

The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated P11 of 12

The Goodride Solmax 1 finished 11th overall. It had a couple of positives in the data, including one of the better measured noise results and a mid-pack wet braking distance. However, the core performance results were mostly towards the back: it was slowest in dry handling, last in subjective dry handling, and rolling resistance was also near the bottom. In the wet, both objective and subjective handling results were in the lower half, and my notes repeatedly mention abrupt transitions and poor communication at and beyond the limit.

Strong: Noise Weak: Dry Handling, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Comfort, Rolling Resistance Winner: Pirelli Cinturato C3

Record by discipline

Where the Goodride Solmax 1 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.

Discipline Tests Avg finish Field beaten Firsts
Dry
Dry Braking 3 P11 of 12 8% -
Dry Handling 2 P10.5 of 10.5 0% -
Subj. Dry Handling 1 P13 of 13 0% -
Wet
Wet Braking 3 P10.3 of 12 15% -
Wet Braking - Concrete 1 P16 of 16 0% -
Wet Handling 2 P9 of 10.5 13% -
Subj. Wet Handling 1 P10 of 13 25% -
Wet Circle 2 P7.5 of 10 23% -
Straight Aqua 3 P7.7 of 12 36% -
Curved Aquaplaning 3 P4.3 of 12 68% -
Comfort
Subj. Comfort 2 P10 of 10.5 4% -
Noise 3 P4.7 of 12.3 67% -
Value
Wear 2 P10.5 of 12 18% -
Value 2 P6.5 of 12 63% 1
Rolling Resistance 2 P8.5 of 10.5 26% -
Fuel Consumption 1 P7 of 16 60% -
Range 1 P4 of 8 57% -
Abrasion 1 P15 of 16 7% -

Head-to-head record

Overall finishing position against the tyres that have most often shared a test with the Goodride Solmax 1. Only tyres tested alongside it at least three times are listed.

Rival Shared tests Ahead Behind Level Finished ahead
Continental PremiumContact 7 3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind 3 0 3 - 0%

Performance Analysis

Drawn from 3 tests. Updated October 29, 2026.

The Goodride Solmax 1 repeatedly finished towards the back of summer test fields, with handling, braking and wear compromises. It was last of eight in Auto Bild's 2025 EV test and 11th of 12 in Tyre Reviews' 2026 comparison. Auto Bild measured the longest wet stop, 48.7 m and 23.6% behind the best, while ADAC 2024 also placed it last in wet braking. Dry handling was last in 2025 and 2026, with testers criticising steering feedback and abrupt behaviour at the limit. Projected mileage was sixth of eight in 2025 and 15th of 16 in 2024.

There are limited positives and unusual differences. Curved aquaplaning was third in both 2024 and 2025, before a mid-field result in 2026. External noise was second of 13 in 2026, despite poor comfort. Wet braking improved unusually to seventh of 12 that year, only 6.8% behind the best, contrasting with the earlier last places. ADAC's favourable dry-braking assessment also contrasts unusually with its measured 15th of 16. Efficiency varied: 2024 fuel consumption was seventh of 16, but 2026 rolling resistance was 12th of 13. Auto Bild praised the low price and cost per kilometre in 2025, yet gave only a conditionally recommended verdict because of the safety limitations.

Performance Strengths

  • Aquaplaning resistance Moderate in 1 of 3 tests
    Details
    • Curved aquaplaning 3rd of 16, ADAC 2024, and 3rd of 8, Auto Bild 2025.
    • Curved aquaplaning 7th of 12 and straight-line 9th of 12, Tyre Reviews 2026.
  • Road noise Minor in 1 of 3 tests
    Details
    • External noise 2nd of 13, 70.7 dB, Tyre Reviews 2026; 4th of 8 in Auto Bild 2025.
  • Value for money Minor
    Details
    • Auto Bild 2025 praised the lowest purchase price and cost per kilometre.
    • ADAC 2024 cost result was only 12th of 16, so the value advantage varied.

Performance Weaknesses

  • Dry handling Strong in 2 of 3 tests
    Details
    • Last of 8, Auto Bild 2025; last of 13, Tyre Reviews 2026.
  • Wet braking Moderate in 2 of 3 tests
    Details
    • Last of 8, 23.6% from best, Auto Bild 2025.
    • Last of 16 on both surfaces, ADAC 2024, gaps 23.2% and 25.3%.
    • Unusual improvement to 7th of 12, 6.8% from best, Tyre Reviews 2026.
  • Dry braking Strong
    Details
    • 15th of 16, 9.9% from best, ADAC 2024, unusually weak relative to its positive braking assessment.
    • Last of 8, 12.5% from best, Auto Bild 2025; 10th of 12, 8.7% from best, Tyre Reviews 2026.
  • Steering feel Strong in 2 of 3 tests
    Details
    • ADAC 2024 criticised inaccurate steering feedback.
    • Tyre Reviews 2026 criticised poor communication and abrupt transitions at the limit.
  • Tread life Strong in 1 of 3 tests
    Details
    • Projected mileage 35,600 km, 15th of 16, ADAC 2024.
    • Projected mileage 31,030 km, 6th of 8, Auto Bild 2025.
  • Wet handling Strong in 2 of 3 tests
    Details
  • Behaviour at the limit Minor in 1 of 3 tests
    Details
  • Wet grip Minor in 1 of 3 tests
    Details

Every test, newest first 3

Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.

2026 1 test
P11 of 12 Beat 9% of the field

The BEST Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested and Rated

Tyre Reviews 225/45 R17 Tested by Tyre Reviews

The Goodride Solmax 1 finished 11th overall. It had a couple of positives in the data, including one of the better measured noise results and a mid-pack wet braking distance. However, the core performance results were mostly towards the back: it was slowest in dry handling, last in subjective dry handling, and rolling resistance was also near the bottom. In the wet, both objective and subjective handling results were in the lower half, and my notes repeatedly mention abrupt transitions and poor communication at and beyond the limit.

StrongNoise WeakDry HandlingSubj. Dry HandlingSubj. ComfortRolling Resistance WinnerPirelli Cinturato C3

2025 1 test
P8 of 8 Beat 0% of the field

2025 EV Tyre Test

Auto Bild 215/55 R18

As the budget option, the Goodride Solmax 1 showed significant compromises in safety. It recorded the longest wet braking distance (48.7m) and limited handling capabilities. Its projected lifespan was 31,030km with moderate rolling resistance (7.22 kg/t), providing a range of 373.2km. Despite its affordable price (€340), its safety limitations resulted in a "conditionally recommended" rating, placing it last in the test.

StrongValue WeakDry BrakingDry HandlingWet BrakingWet HandlingWet CircleSubj. Comfort WinnerHankook iON Evo

2024 1 test
P12 of 16 Beat 27% of the field

2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test

ADAC 215/55 R17

The Goodride Solmax 1 achieves only a satisfactory rating in this year's summer tyre test, primarily due to its performance on wet roads. On dry surfaces, it fails to provide sufficiently accurate steering feedback, making it challenging for drivers to adjust the steering angle for curves as needed for a good rating. Its handling at the limit is also rated as just satisfactory, although it scores a clearly good rating in braking distance. On wet surfaces, the Solmax 1 receives clear satisfactory ratings in braking distance and barely satisfactory in wet handling, demonstrating a relatively weak grip level and moderate ability to combine longitudinal and lateral forces. However, its aquaplaning resistance is rated as good. Environmentally, the Goodride Solmax 1 has a satisfactory impact, with both its projected mileage and wear rated as satisfactory. In terms of efficiency, it achieves a good rating due to low fuel consumption and a comparatively reasonable weight. However, the sustainability of this tyre, produced in China, is considered adequate.

WeakDry BrakingWet BrakingWet Braking - ConcreteWearAbrasion WinnerContinental PremiumContact 7

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