It firmly grips the road surface in winter conditions thanks to the winter weather compound used in its manufacture and the directional arrow-shaped tread design. The ice traction is improved as well. The tread's specific siping detail upgrades the ice surface grip as it cleans out the thin layer of surface water from below the tire's footprint when driving on ice-covered roads. The tire's swooping grooves prevent hydroplaning by dispersing water and slush from the footprint. These enhancements are the reason the tire has received the three mountain peak and snowflake symbol given to tires capable of handling the harshest winter weather.

The special 3D sipe technology increases the driving stability. The 3D sipes stabilize the tread blocks during the drive, which prevents tread flexing. This secures the tire against the driving pressure affecting it. The maintained road contact of the shoulder tread blocks also guarantees a quick and precise steering responsiveness to the driver's instructions, as well as improving the cornering ability and power with additional biting edges. The better controllability and maneuvering promote a safer winter weather performing capability.

The optimized tread design and tire footprint manage to evenly distribute the driving pressure out across the tread area, enhancing the braking ability and the tread wear length. The footprint creates friction at the moment of braking, shortening the braking distance significantly. The shorter braking distance increases the driving security immensely. The equally spread out forces of acceleration, cornering and braking upgrade the tread life by preventing irregular tread wear formations across the tire's surface, extending the tire's tread life and usability.