The directional tread elements maintain surface contact at all times. In other words, the ideal footprint boosts steering responsiveness and driving stability. The tread's continual road contact allows the model to preserve its structural integrity against driving pressure. Additionally, consistent surface contact generates better steering capability. As a result, the driver retains control over the vehicle since the tires are fast and precise when following steering commands. This promotes a secure driving experience.

The ideal tread design, with the siping detail and the wide grooves, promotes great grip on ice- and snow-covered roads. These elements enable the tire to maintain consistent road contact and promote a safe performance. This tread pattern is also pinned for studs, which enables better traction on icy and snowy roads. This winter compound also keeps the rubber flexible in cold winter temperatures and does not allow the tire tread to deform in freezing conditions. Also, the tread has wide circumferential grooves, which eliminate water and slush from below the footprint and prevent hydroplaning.

The ideal shoulder blocks in combination with the dense sipes grant the tire superb cornering capability. Moreover, the tire also shortens the braking distance due to its design. This is achieved with the great contact patch and the tire's numerous biting edges. The safety levels during maneuvering can further be increased if more biting edges are added, which can be done since the tire is pinned for studs.