The tread design's center area features 2D blades that cut into the ice and snow and create friction at the moment of braking. This significantly shortens the braking distance, even on snow and ice covered road surfaces. The tread design promotes enhanced cornering ability and power as the tread pattern's shoulder blocks sport a delicate siping detail provided by the 3D Tredlock technology. They provide additional biting edges during cornering and maneuvering, which improves the model's winter weather performance.