The model's symmetric tread design and special all season tire compound work together to boost the dry, wet and winter weather road gripping ability. The compound manages to maintain the tire's flexibility at all times, while the tread elements, with the detailed siping design, firmly grip the road surface throughout the year. The tread's wide circumferential and smaller lateral grooves channel water and slush from below the tire's footprint and effectively prevent hydroplaning when driving through standing water. The increased all weather traction and hydroplaning resistance ensure a safer driving experience.