For rental car companies, using all-season tires can be disadvantageous in terms of cost-effectiveness, safety, and performance:

Higher Wear: Due to the intensive usage of rental cars, tires wear out faster, and all-season tires tend to wear out more quickly than specialized summer or winter tires. This means a shorter lifespan, leading to more frequent replacements and therefore higher costs.

Safety and Performance Risks: Rental cars are driven by various people with differing levels of experience, who may not handle the performance compromises of all-season tires well, especially in winter conditions. Seasonal tires provide better traction and control, which is crucial for the safety of changing drivers and passengers.

Legal Requirements: In some countries, such as Hungary and many European states, winter tires are mandatory under specific road conditions and weather. Rental companies can’t risk violating these regulations, as it could lead to fines, liability issues, and customer dissatisfaction.

Customer Satisfaction: Customers expect rental cars to deliver optimal performance and safety under all conditions. Seasonal tires provide the comfort and safety needed in both winter and summer, while all-season tires represent a compromise, potentially reducing the driving experience.

Perceived Cost-Cutting: Many drivers might perceive that rental companies are cutting costs by using all-season tires, which could harm the brand’s reputation, especially in winter when road safety is a priority.

For rental car companies, using seasonal tires generally makes more sense to comply with regulations, improve customer satisfaction, and minimize accident risks.

Game Rentacar does not use all-season tires!