The ribbed tread design and the all season compound work together to boosts dry, wet, and winter traction. In other words, this tread design can maintain road contact in all conditions, while the all season compound keeps the rubber flexible in hot and cold temperatures. On the other hand, zigzag grooves eliminate water and slush from the footprint. They protect the tire against hydroplaning, not allowing the tire to slip in wet conditions. As a result, this tire is safe for all season performance.