Continental PremiumContact 2

Shorter braking distances for luxury and medium-sized cars

The ContiPremiumContact™ 2 has a totally new type of 3-D groove. Its innovative tread technology optimises braking performance on both wet and dry surfaces. Thanks to the new 3-D grooves, water is dispersed more efficiently - providing excellent protection against aquaplaning. 3-D grooves also give the whole tire superb stability. That's why the new ContiPremiumContact™2 is less prone to distortion, which vastly improves your car's manoeuvrability.

Technical details

The innovative 3-D-Groove: The distinctive feature of the new ContiPremiumContact™ 2 is its unique 3D tread grooves, which optimise braking performance on both wet and dry roads and achieve optimum protection against aquaplaning. Shallow side for better braking on dry roads, steep side for better braking on wet roads: The shallow side of the 3D groove gives greater tread block stability and improved road contact, which results in shorter braking distances on dry roads. Even when placed under great strain the tread blocks do not bend away and so the tire retains maximum contact with the road. This more even contact pressure ensures maximum transmission of power to the dry road. The steep side of the 3D groove makes the edge of the tread block extremely angular. This enables it to cut through the water on the road, much like a windscreen wiper.  The direct contact between the tire and road means exceptionally short braking distances, even in the wet.

Special shape of the 3D grooves for better resistance to aquaplaning: The special shape of the 3D grooves (shallow and steep sides) means that as the water flows through, a swirl effect is created. The water is thus dispersed more rapidly and the risk of aquaplaning reduced. The harmonious round shape of the ground contact patch also increases resistance to aquaplaning.

Improved handling thanks to asymmetrical tread pattern: The compact outer shoulder and the reduced number of tread blocks ensure optimum road contact and excellent cornering stability. The double block structure of the inner ribs ensures high circumferential tread stiffness, which results in improved driving stability and braking performance. The open inner shoulder with its continuous lateral grooves and an increased number of tread blocks reduces rolling noise and disperses water efficiently, giving a comfortable ride and excellent protection against aquaplaning.

For upmarket mid-sized and luxury vehicles. Engineered in Germany, Continental offers premium tyres with optimum braking performance and safety. Outstanding braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. Trusted by leading car manufacturers, including the models eg. Audi A1/A6, BMW Series 3/5, Nissan Qashqai and VW Passat.

Highlights

• Innovative 3-D grooves
• Outstanding braking performance in both wet and dry conditions
• Excellent resistance to aquaplaning
• Precise handling and unbeatable driving stability

Outstanding braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. 3D grooves optimise braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. The even pressure distribution ensures very short braking distances.

Excellent resistance to aquaplaning. Due to an increased number of tread blocks and an open inner shoulder, water is dispersed more efficiently. The harmonious round shape of the ground contact patch provides excellent protection against aquaplaning.

Precise handling and unbeatable driving stability. The asymmetric tread pattern stiffens the tyre shoulder and provides optimum road contact.

With its asymmetric profile, AS-1 tyres can successfully unite quiet driving, sportiness and safety. The silicone compound in the tread ensures better handling in both wet and dry conditions, reduced rolling resistance and a high mileage. In order to get the better drainage efficiency, two straight vroad grooves are applied on the outside. To enhance the safety on the wet ground, the stream in the middle groove is used to accumulate the water with the assistance of fine sipe bar to divert the eater for safer drive.

To increase cornering force on the outside, the shouleder high rigidity pattern to strengthen cornering force and enhance the steering ability. Unique straight grooves on the shoulder make the whole tread more rigid and prevent it from irregular wear. The evenly thin sipes reduce the road impact and enhance the comfort when driving. In order to get the best silent features, the tread pattern is using two-in-one and multi-pitch design.

More miles and more economy - driving without limits

For sporty driving in all vehicles classes. Exceptionally good in all driving conditions.

• Barum offers affordable long lasting performance
• Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads
• Fits perfectly for example to Skoda Octavia, BMW Series 3 Convertible and VW Golf Convertible

The Bravuris 3HM delivers what the affix 'HM' promises: High Mileage!
Thanks to minimal wear you can be sure to go further - with regard to mileage as well as superb driving comfort.

The Bravuris 3HM is a well-balanced tire that perfectly combines greater mileage with confident handling in all driving situations, offering extraordinary value for money.

• Higher mileage due to reduced wear rate, even wear shape and reduced friction energy
• Precise handling and safe driving on winding roads
• Good directional stability
• Short wet braking distances

Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads.
The high lateral stiffness due to closed shoulders with macroblocks lead to a superb transmission of lateral forces at minor steering angles. The effect of excellent handling on winding roads is complemented by intermediate ribs which guarantee good directional stability.

Short wet braking distances.
The large number of gripping edges provided by sipes and the high number of pitches improve the contact with the road surface. The state of the art tread compound also guarantees optimum adhesion and short stopping distances on wet road surfaces.

High mileage.
The wide, flat contour and a high number of pitches and sipes evenly distribute the pressure. The block deformation in the ground contact area is thereby reduced and the wear is low, which increases the mileage.

High Mileage

Feature: A wide, flat contour with a large number of pitches and sipes
Effect: Even pressure distribution and reduced block deformation on the ground contact area
Benefit: Higher mileage thanks to reduced and even wear

Dry Handling

Feature: High lateral stiffness thanks to closed shoulders with macro-blocks
Effect: Wide center and intermediate ribs support the transference of side forces at narrow wheel angles
Benefit: Precise handling and good directional stability on winding roads

Wet braking

Feature: Improved road surface contact thanks to a high number of grip edges due to sipes and a high pitch count number
Effect: State-of-the-art compound guarantees an improved grip on wet surfaces
Benefit: Short wet braking distances

Three-level groove

Surface phase increases rigidity and improves handling
Wide groove structure allows high water absorption and improved wet handling
Finned body improves wet braking because gripping edges interact with the road surface

• This tire offers a slight driving with generally good handling qualities
• Designed for high kilometer performance and low fuel consumption due to the unique profile and the special rubber mixture

NOT AN ORDINARY ONE

The tyre for city and compact cars. Good control in both dry and wet conditions ensuring a comfortable driving experience. Reduction of rolling resistance, especially in urban situations.

ENERGY™ EFFICIENT: Reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

CLEAN AIR: Made from eco-compatible materials that minimise environmental impact, both at the production stage and throughout the life of the tyre.

HIGH MILEAGE: Longer lasting tyre that maintains high levels of performance and safety.

LOW NOISE: Already complies with the 2012 EU Regulation on the reduction of noise, resulting in improved driving comfort.

Elegant and distinctive, CINTURATO™ P1™ is the premium solution to urban mobility. CINTURATO™ P1™ has been created to take full advantage of latest materials, structures and tread pattern design in order to guarantee savings, respect for the environment, comfort and safety on all road surfaces

Dunlop Enasave 2030 is fitted as original equipment specifically on vehicles whose focus is on saving energy.

The wide grooves help maintain wet handling and traction throughout the tire's life whilst providing a smooth, luxurious ride. The design of the tread pattern gives excellent grip during cornering by providing a large contact patch. This tyre is energy efficient with reduced rolling resistance.

• Good wet handling and traction
• Excellent grip and performance
• Smooth and luxurious ride
• Energy saving tyre

• Fuel-saving tyres of the new generation
• Optimised rolling resistance
• Superb wet-braking performance
• Quiet and smooth-running
• For small cars to compact and lower mid-class vehicles

Toyo NanoEnergy 3

New NanoEnergy 3 is the latest addition to the NanoEnergy range, for compact and mid-range cars. NanoEnergy products guarantee safety, durability, fuel savings and efficiency.

The third model in the NanoEnergy family benefits from an improved tyre construction and a new polymer in the tread compound. Partly thanks to these, the tyre has a longer tyre life, better wet performance and lower fuel consumption than its predecessor.

New Tread Compound

Increased Silica and new Low Rolling Resistance Grip Polymer improves wet grip with reduced fuel consumption.
Active Polymer, with improved filler dispersion provide good balance of wear life + low rolling resistance.

Wide Straight Grooves with Silent Wall

Enhanced aquaplaning resistance.
Reduced noise emission.

Get Closer to Nature More Safely on N'blue HD Plus

Do you have your own way of releasing stress? Some people go up a mountain and shout while others listen to music or confide in their friends. You may want to go on a drive to ease your stress if you are a Nexen Tire fan. A drive for its own sake when you are down or just feeling gloomy will put you in a much better mood. To better help you with your drive for a change of mood or a release of stress, Nexen Tire has launched a new, exciting product: N’blue HD Plus, an upgraded version of N’blue HD with better performance and improved features that are the product of extensive investment in R&D.

Key Performance

Utmost Handling Performance

Efficient water drainage: Computer simulated four circumferential grooves and slightly curved lateral grooves effectively evacuate water and resist hydroplaning.

Outstanding straight driving stability: Continuous 3 center ribs help directional driving stability at a high speed.

Maximized Wet Performance

Jointless Bead Wire & High Hardness Bead Filler: Improve high speed stability and deliver better handling and steering response.

Maximized Wet Grip Compound: By applying the latest silica & advanced materials compounding technology, Maximized wet grip and higher fuel efficiency are secured at same time.

Reduced Rolling Resistance

High performance cornering: Solid shoulder rib facilitates precise cornering and keeps in tune with every corner by distributing forces.

Excellent driving stability in wet roads: Lateral grooves achieved by effective drainage enhance driving stability in wet roads.

Optimized Best Contour System (OBCS)

High Tensile Steel Belts: Enhance braking function with optimized grip pressure and stress dispersion by OBCS technology.

Optimized Carcass Contour System (OCCS)

High Modulus Carcass: Minimizes tire deformation and helps maintain the tire's shape to enhance driving stability with OCCS technology.

Put differently, based on the EU Labeling standard for easier comparison, the tire has better wet grip, rolling resistance and noise performance. With improved stability on wet roads, the N’blue HD Plus received many ‘A’s in wet braking, the highest level under the EU Labeling standard.Its wet grip, one aspect of a tire highly regarded in Europe, has also been improved, as 18 out of its 44 categories previously rated B received A. In addition, 16 categories in rolling resistance and 15 categories in noise were rated higher, allowing the tire to provide a higher level of silence and better ride. Its fuel efficiency is higher now, with 5 percent more mileage compared to its predecessor. Nexen Tire is committed to delivering higher quality and performance to customers through continued improvement and sustained investment in R&D.

Maxxis Mecotra ME3

Features & Benefits

Using advanced technology we have created a well-proportioned tyre with an enhanced contact patch, improving handling and wet performance.

New energy-saving sidewall design helps to give a comfortable ride with reduced rolling resistance.

New 3D sipe technology stays open during contact with the road, reducing the risk of hydroplaning.

SMH layout absorbs impact and helps keep they tyre's rigidity.

• New alpine winter tyre
• Excellent performance on snowy road
• Optimised performance at low temperature
• 3D Snow sipe
• Improved water displacement by lateral grooves
• Maximised handling and braking performance by high technological standards

The central blocks with 3D kerf enhance maneuverability on snowy road. Four circumferential- groove raises frainage efficiency and stability on wet road. Multi-oitch arrangement reduces rolling noise effectively. The large blocks on shoulders increase sustaining strength, escalate corning handing stability and treadwearing. No matter in summer or in winter, N-607+ all season tires provide drivdrs maneuverability and safety all year round. 

The central blocks with 3D kerf enhance maneuverability on snowy road. Four circumferential- groove raises frainage efficiency and stability on wet road. Multi-oitch arrangement reduces rolling noise effectively. The large blocks on shoulders increase sustaining strength, escalate corning handing stability and treadwearing. No matter in summer or in winter, N-607+ all season tires provide drivdrs maneuverability and safety all year round. 

With its asymmetric profile, AS-1 tyres can successfully unite quiet driving, sportiness and safety. The silicone compound in the tread ensures better handling in both wet and dry conditions, reduced rolling resistance and a high mileage. In order to get the better drainage efficiency, two straight vroad grooves are applied on the outside. To enhance the safety on the wet ground, the stream in the middle groove is used to accumulate the water with the assistance of fine sipe bar to divert the eater for safer drive.

To increase cornering force on the outside, the shouleder high rigidity pattern to strengthen cornering force and enhance the steering ability. Unique straight grooves on the shoulder make the whole tread more rigid and prevent it from irregular wear. The evenly thin sipes reduce the road impact and enhance the comfort when driving. In order to get the best silent features, the tread pattern is using two-in-one and multi-pitch design.

With its asymmetric profile, AS-1 tyres can successfully unite quiet driving, sportiness and safety. The silicone compound in the tread ensures better handling in both wet and dry conditions, reduced rolling resistance and a high mileage. In order to get the better drainage efficiency, two straight vroad grooves are applied on the outside. To enhance the safety on the wet ground, the stream in the middle groove is used to accumulate the water with the assistance of fine sipe bar to divert the eater for safer drive.

To increase cornering force on the outside, the shouleder high rigidity pattern to strengthen cornering force and enhance the steering ability. Unique straight grooves on the shoulder make the whole tread more rigid and prevent it from irregular wear. The evenly thin sipes reduce the road impact and enhance the comfort when driving. In order to get the best silent features, the tread pattern is using two-in-one and multi-pitch design.

The next generation from Kumho Tire brings a new level of all-weathercontrol to compact and mid-sized vehicles. With an advanced newcompound and sipe design, the Solus HA31 combines unparalleledcold grip with exceptional comfort and handling on all roads, in anyweather. A true marvel of modern engineering.

Engineered for extraordinary cold traction and tread life, the S-SRBcompound delivers high-tech high performance at its very best. Wide lateral grooves and a unique arrowhead design channel wateraway from the tread for exceptional traction in the rain and snow. A breakthrough honeycomb sipe design provides excellent grip onice and snow while improving tread wear dramatically. A rigid center rib enhances lateral stability, for better wet grip andexcellent high-speed stability -- enhancing comfort and handling onthe highway. Sidewalls are designed to complement the styling of today's mostpopular vehicles.

Nankang Snow SV-2 is the tire of new generation, combining exceptionally responsive steering feel with the smooth and quite refinement. Even at the high speed, SV-2 provides drivers with the confidence in various weather conditions of winter. A winter tyre for compact and middle-class vehicles: the v-shaped tread design of SV-2 tyres ensure for added security in all driving conditions, thanks to its special lamella technology and silicone mix.

Circumferential V-shaped four-groove design enhances drainage efficiency on wet road. The enlarged contact area at the void ratio at 32% shortens braking distance on dry/wet road and enhance icy grip. Three dimensional solid sipe enhances pattern block stiffness, shortens braking distance on dry/wet road and upgrades maneuverability & cornering ability on icy road. Solid groove wall design prevents irregular wear and improves snow maneuverability. Unique compound enhances tread stiffness and surface frivtion to shorten braking distance.

Advantages:

• Fuel efficient
• Excellent driving comfort
• Good compromise between security and durability

Tyre description:

Kinergy eco’s Fuel Saving Technology was developed by combining new materials, such as nano-scale silica particles, using new mixing technology.

These technologies help improve both fuel efficiency and wet braking performance. This tire was designed to satisfy customers riding comfort as well as maximizing fuel efficiency.

This combination of comfort and efficiency was made possible through the use of Hankook’s vibration control technology.