The directional tread pattern and the winter compound enhance the tire's grip on ice- and snow-covered roads. The optimized tread elements firmly grip the road with extra biting edges and maintain forward motion at all times. At the same time, the rubber compound keeps the rubber flexible in freezing temperatures. This combination enables the tire's perfect performance in harsh winter conditions. Also, the optimized grooves effectively eliminate water and slush from the footprint in wet-weather conditions.