The tread pattern and the tire compound work together to ensure a superb dry, wet and winter weather road gripping ability. The tread design's microgrooves find great grip even while driving on wet and winter weather road surfaces, while the tire compound maintains its flexibility in all temperatures. The wide grooves and staggered tread blocks keep the tread area clean by eliminating snow from between the tread elements. The wide grooves also disperse water, slush and mud to ensure a safer driving experience and greater resistance to hydroplaning.