Delivering top-tier performance in snow and wet conditions
WinterFlex compound WinterFlex compound with high-loading silica and low Tg* functionalized polymer is flexible and adaptive to temperature changes and different road conditions. It provides excellent grip on wet and snowy roads in low temperatures. *Glass transition temperature
Authorized Winter Performance Certified 3PMSF (3 Peaks Mountain Snowflake) symbol for authorized winter performance.
V-SHAPE DIRECTIONAL PATTERN The V-shape directional pattern, which extends outward from the center, is ideal for snow and water removing when the tire rolls. IT PROVIDE a safe driving experience on wet and snow.
CHAMFER AND TIRE BAR The cutting angle design effectively increases the ground contact area and improves handling performance. The tire bar increases the stiffness of blocks and provides a stable driving experience.
DOUBLE-SIPE CONFIGURATION The 3D sipes on the tire shoulder provide essential support for managing high pressure during driving, while those positioned on the central blocks enhance control over tread deformation.
SQUARE FOOTPRINT Square footprint means bigger ground contact area and even pressure distribution, providing excellent handling and grip performance.
EU Tyre Label and Efficiency Classes
The European Union has introduced the EU Tyre Label by Regulation (No. 1222/2009) identically and bindingly for all EU member states. It applies to passenger car tyres, light commercial vehicle tyres and heavy commercial vehicle tyres produced after 01.07.2012.
Three different areas are tested: rolling resistance, wet grip and the rolling noise the tyre makes on the road.
The following are not affected by the EU Tyre Label: retreaded tyres, professional off-road tyres, racing tyres, tyres with additional devices to improve traction such as spiked tyres, T-type emergency tyres, special tyres for fitting to vehicles first registered before 1 October 1990, tyres with a maximum authorised speed of 80 km/h, tyres for rims with a nominal diameter of 254 mm or less or 635 mm or more.
With this regulation, the European Union is pursuing the goal of promoting economic and ecological efficiency in road traffic as well as increasing road safety on the one hand, and on the other hand, granting consumers more product transparency and at the same time serving as an active decision-making aid.
Already during the incorporation, experts criticise the fact that the EU Tyre Label unfortunately only shows a few product characteristics. Apart from rolling resistance, wet grip and rolling noise, which are the main focus of EU tyre labelling, tyres have much more important and safety-relevant product characteristics, such as aquaplaning properties, driving stability, service life, braking properties on dry and wet roads, behaviour in wintry conditions, etc.
Tyre manufacturers point out that test results from various institutions and journals remain an important information medium for the end consumer. These tests usually focus on further safety-relevant product characteristics besides the EU standard qualifications for tyre labelling, which are always important for the final customer.
*Prices include VAT and delivery within mainland UK (excl. Scottish Highlands).
**More than 90% of our orders reach the customer in the specified delivery time.
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