The tight arrangement of the sipes gives many biting edges to find a strong grip on ice- and snow-covered roads. The optimized grooves and the directional tread design clear slush and water from the footprint, improving traction. The tread area is pinned for studs. The main rib and many tread blocks deliver good surface contact, for a secure and reliable winter drive. The compound keeps the rubber flexible in cold temperatures, improving the overall performance.

This enhances the steering response time to the driver's commands. It also boosts the steering accuracy and the overall driving stability, during the drive. The numerous sipes create many biting edges. They firmly grip snow- and ice-locked roads, upgrading controllability and increasing safety levels while driving.

They are of different lengths to put more rubber area on the road, enabling reliable braking. The sipes also help with their extra biting edges. As a result, the tire shortens the braking distance on ice and snow. The studs can also be embedded into the tread's specific areas that further boost winter grip. These elements also enhance cornering, making sure the model offers superior maneuvering.