The symmetric tread design and the flat footprint manage to ensure a balanced pressure distribution along the tread area. This actively combats irregular wear formations. The stronger compound, on the other hand, utilizes the wear-resistant rubber elements to decrease the tread wear rate. The tread's special knobbed grooves resist stone retention. The knobs located in the grooves eject rocks stuck in the footprint, before they can drill into the tread area and damage the casing. In this manner, the tire offers a safer and lengthened service and tread life.