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Summer tire Summer Touring tires Updated May 2026

Hero Atlanta AR01 review

The Hero Atlanta AR01 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented tire that struggles significantly with safety and performance in wet conditions. Users report a lack of confidence due to frequent traction loss, leading to a consensus that the tire is unsuitable for climates prone to rain.

Relative score
48/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
43/100
2 reviews
Hero Atlanta AR01
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

43%
Would buy again 10%
Dry
Overall dry
70%
Corner stability
35%
Dry traction
70%
Steering response
35%
Wet
Overall wet
10%
Wet traction
10%
Comfort
Overall comfort
70%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
70%
Handling
Overall handling
35%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Hero Atlanta AR01 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented tire that struggles significantly with safety and performance in wet conditions. Users report a lack of confidence due to frequent traction loss, leading to a consensus that the tire is unsuitable for climates prone to rain.

Pros

  • Highly affordable price point

Cons

  • Extremely poor wet weather traction
  • High risk of hydroplaning and sliding at low speeds
  • Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in adverse conditions

Worth knowing

  • Users noted significant handling issues on passenger vehicles, including station wagons, during routine cornering in wet weather.