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.

Michelin Alpin 5 – Outstanding security due to the innovative tehnology

A high level of safety is in focus: When developing the new MICHELIN Alpin 5, the objective was reaching a high level of safety under all winter.

Two core technologies for optimum winter performance

The new resdesignedtread pattern ensures special features:

The 'teeth effect', allows the tyre to 'bite' in the snow and so to better resist aquaplaning
The new premium tire has a directional tread, an arrow-shaped profile, as well as specially designed tread blocks with high negative proportion. This makes the tyre to press in the snow, causing a sort of 'teeth effect'. Thanks to the realignment of the side channels, the water is efficiently derived aside, reducing the risk of aquaplaning significantly.

Claw effect for more traction on snow
The slats act like thousands of tiny claws that snag on the ground and produce traction. This effect is all the more effective when the tire has a high number of slats. MICHELIN Alpin 5 has, compared to its predecessor in size 205/55 R16 over more that 12% tread pattern and 16% more slats. Also the tread's negative proportion is increased by 17%.

Contact surface effect for a better steering precision
The 'StabiliGrip' tehnology ensures a special tread which allows
higher steering precision. The larger the contact area on the ground, the better the grip.

Because the tyre deforms at each wheel rotation, the Michelin engineers have specifically designed the tread pattern so that the sipes in the tread block block themselves. Efect: the tread block remains stable despite its sipes, which ensures a high steering precision.

The new rubber compound also has excellent properties on dry and wet surfaces and on snow:

The high silica content in the rubber compound ensures better grip on dry and wet roads. For the first time in the production of a winter tyre, Michelin utilised the inovative 'Tread Compound Technology' and included functional elastomers (synthetic rubber) in the material compund.

These functional elastomers allow a very homogeneous rubber mixture with a higher silica content and thus provide better grip on wet and snowy roads, without compromising the energy efficiency of the tire.

In addition, the new rubber compound also includes Michelin's fourth generation of 'Helio Compound Technology'. Through the use of sunflower oil, the tyre performance is optimized even at very low temperatures.

NA-1 adopts uniquely asymmetric pattern design. The inside pattern stresses on drainage performance. Larger void ratio improves drainage performance on wet roads. The enlarged third section of tread radius lessen contact pressure of tread shoulder, and further reduce the noise generated from the lateral grooves on tread shoulder.

Light-weight profile and narrow tread width design reduce rolling resistance. The outside pattern emphasizes on maneuverability, The larger pattern blocks on tread shoulder offers better cornering handling. Noise prevention bar on the lateral grooves of outside tread shoulder block airflow in the grooves to reduce the derived noise. Chamfered groove wall design scarifies the water film for getting better wet grip.

THE WINTER BREAKER

Excellent traction and braking on snowy surfaces. High stability in lateral grip. With the generation of winter compounds used, it achieves excellent wet and snow performance. Moreover the innovative base compound and bead geometry improve handling and stability of the vehicle also in dry road conditions.

CLEAN AIR:

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

LOW NOISE:

Already complies with the 2012 EU Directive on the reduction of noise, resulting in improved driving comfort.

The I.B.S. (Interactive Brickwork Siping) technology used for the sipe pattern improves performance on wet and dry surfaces. It gives a feeling of safety in extreme conditions and reduces braking distance.

Bridgestone Turanza T001

Advantages:

• Best balance between handling and comfort
• Low rolling resistance with minimal pattern noise
• NanoPro-Tech™ compound

Tyre description:

The Turanza T001 tyre was developed with luxury touring in mind. Offering superior performance on the open road, the T001 features advanced noise reduction grooves to insulate against environmental noise while maintaining ride comfort. Combined with the revolutionary tread compound resulting in reduced rolling resistance, the enhanced design delivers better road contact, braking in wet and dry conditions and longer tyre life.

Responsive sports handling with maximum comfort

For high performance vehicles.

The Dunlop SP Sport 9000 delivers responsive sports handling with outstanding comfort and durability.

• Enhanced acceleration and braking
• Superb handling and safety on wet
• Greater stability at high speed
• Comfort and durability

Description:

The SP Sport 9000 is a great all round high performance tyre. The SP Sport 9000 delivers technology and performance for the enthusiast looking for the very best. The Dunlop SP Sport 9000 features a distinctive 'sweep' directional tread design that sluices water away like a turbine wheel, while the silica tread compound promotes amazing wet weather traction and reduces rolling resistance. It's available in a variety of sizes to fit local and imported exotic and performance cars. Responsive sports handling with maximum comfort - for high performance vehicles: Enhanced acceleration and braking, superb handling and safety on wet, greater stability at high speed plus comfort and durability.

Technology (Features):

Directional silica compound tread pattern. Massive grip and precise handling control, wet or dry high resistance to aquaplaning rock solid stability at high speeds. Jointless aramid casing construction, resulting in lower unsprung weight and superb uniformity for smoothness. Construction tuned for quietness resulting in lower pass-by and in-car noise.

Specific bead seat system. Strengthens the link between tyre and rim for a more precise driving experience. Like the grip between your hand and the steering wheel, the Specific Bead Seat System enhances control and conveys outstanding road feedback. Benefits Enhanced road feedback; greater stability and precision.

Jointless Belt (JLB). A Hybrid Overlay Technology that reduces circumferential deformations at high speeds.Benefits Superior high speed stability

Maximum Flange Shield (MFS). A rim flange protection system. MFS employs a profile of rubber that runs around the circumference of the tyre above the wheel flange. This creates a protective buffer zone.* Benefits Protects expensive alloy wheels from kerbing.* Only available in select sizes

Consumer benefits:

• Excellent grip and control on all roads
• Rim protection that protects expensive alloys from kerbing
• Ultimate quiet drive and fuel efficient
• Run on flat
• Longer tread life

More stability at motorway speeds. The SP Sport 9000 keeps its shape at motorway speeds, giving you a smooth and stable ride. A tight link is maintained between tyre and rim, for precise control and steering response.

Superb handling on wet. Experience confident control in wet weather. Sharp directional grooves rapidly disperse water in heavy rain conditions.

Enhanced acceleration and braking. Get maximum enjoyment from your high performance car with the SP Sport 9000. The Silica Plus racing compound delivers noticeable improvements in acceleration grip and braking ability. Pressure is evenly dispersed across the tyre to help your car stick to the road.

Comfort and durability. The tread is designed to reduce interior and exterior noise, resulting in a quieter experience for you and those around you. A long wearing compound gives you more miles between tyre changes.

New developed premium tyre

In the past you were given the choice: comfort or high performance, not both. Well now, things have changed with the development of new 'harmony sports tyre' – the Kumho Ecsta HS51 (Ultra High Performance) with its cutting edge tread design and high-tech compound brings the best of both worlds. Precision handling and braking combined with smoothness and quietness. Together with the road in perfect harmony.

• Newly developed premium tyre for luxury vehicles
• Maximum comfort combined with the highest safety
• Improved braking performance
• Excellent traction on wet & dry roads
• High mileage and even wear
• Optimal handling
• Dynamic design

Designed for Sport Sedan and Coupe drivers who demand the best out of their performance tires. The PROXES T1R has reached a new plateau of overall performance with uncompromising tire to road contact ensuring precise vehicle braking, ride comfort and wear resistance.

Features:

• Unidirectional tread pattern provides excellent resistance to aquaplaning
• New silica compound creates excellent dry handling characteristics, and minimizes heat build-up
• Jointless spiral wound edge and cap ply maintain excellent high speed uniformity
• Wide high-tensile steel belts provide excellent handling + high speed endurance
• Rim protector

Generation S' Silica-Reinforced, High-Grip Tread Compound

Increased silica in tread compound improves wet performance while providing excellent dry performance.

Refined Unidirectional Tread Design

Provides excellent dry and wet performance with a modern design.

V-Shaped Main Grooves

Disperse water for better wet performance.

Rigid Shoulder Rib-Bands

Improve cornering for exceptional dry performance.
Reduce irregular wear for a smooth, quiet ride.

Parallel Shoulder Slits

Help reduce irregular wear.

Ultra high performance summer tyre with enhanced wet and dry grip.

Unique asymmetrical tread design combined with an advanced silica rich compound deliver an outstanding ultra high performance summer tyre with enhanced wet and dry grip.

A continuously reinforced shoulder enhances cornering stability and reduces noise level.

Optimised tread design with an enhanced casing construction ensures great handling and a quiet, comfortable ride.

Nexen N Fera SU1 - Complete superior driving!

Handles and grips perfectly in wet,with tires that feel intuitive!

Excellent braking
4 asymmetric grooves provide optimal road holding and perfect water drainage, provinding unmatched braking performance. In particular, outstanding grip performance is achived evenunder wet road conditions.

Excellent handling
N'fera sul's specialized shoulder block and rib block offers stable performance and outstanding steering response during hight speed comering.

Long lasting tread life
Product life-cycle prolonged with the application of age-resisting new compound and tire profile preventing one-sided wear.

Excellent wet performance
Hydophilic lateral Grooves efficiently remove water from the contact surface for excellent wet performance.

Efficient water drainage
Four asymmetric grooves (3wide+1semi) provide efficient water drainage for improved wet performance.

Maximum grip during cornering
Optimized shoulder block and rib in outer zone enhace grip for cornering and handling performance on wet and dry roads.

Intuitive and precise steering
Multiple 3D Edge Technology delivers optimum wet+dry grip for precise control by increased block stiffness and uniform pressure distribution.

Outstanding sraight stability
Continuous 3 center blocks distribution provide stability at high speed.

The PRO-R1 is a high-performance tyre with a very low rolling noise, ensured by its closed shoulder section. The innovative Nano-Silica Rubber Compound significantly reduces the rolling resistance, and therefore the wear. Wide tread grooves ensure quick drainage and lower the danger of aquaplaning.

Directional pattern design and lateral grooves from the center rib to the tire shoulder improve water drainage when driving on wet roads by moving water at the center to both sides of tire through these lateral grooves. It also features improved traction on ice/snow roads by containing ice and snow in grooves and easier ice/snow removal.

The lateral groove connecting irregular longitudinal groove pattern (from narrow to wide) can reduces noise generated. The wave pattern on the bottom of wider groove improves water drainage and space for ice/snow retention.

Interlaced longitudinal grooves for improved water drainage on wet roads. The wave pattern at the groove bottom adds ice/snow grip and ground friction. The triangular block located on the inner wall of the longitudinal groove improves water drainage and traction on wet roads.

The saw tooth shape lateral grooves of tire shoulder not only adds initial tire friction but also extra traction for cornering stability. The grooves on the tire shoulder improve water drainage and tire's snow traction performance.

Similar as off-road tire sidewall design with large patterned grooves, improves extra ice/snow contact patch and shoveling performance as well as traction performance on snow roads.

Adopted 3D SIPE design and offer deep, medium, and shallow sipe at different location of pattern blocks. The center rib with deepest sipes for improved ice/snow traction while the sidewall with the shallowest sipes for better rigidity and cornering performance.

• 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. 

Designed for Sport Sedan and Coupe drivers who demand the best out of their performance tires. The PROXES T1R has reached a new plateau of overall performance with uncompromising tire to road contact ensuring precise vehicle braking, ride comfort and wear resistance.

Features:

• Unidirectional tread pattern provides excellent resistance to aquaplaning
• New silica compound creates excellent dry handling characteristics, and minimizes heat build-up
• Jointless spiral wound edge and cap ply maintain excellent high speed uniformity
• Wide high-tensile steel belts provide excellent handling + high speed endurance
• Rim protector

Generation S' Silica-Reinforced, High-Grip Tread Compound

Increased silica in tread compound improves wet performance while providing excellent dry performance.

Refined Unidirectional Tread Design

Provides excellent dry and wet performance with a modern design.

V-Shaped Main Grooves

Disperse water for better wet performance.

Rigid Shoulder Rib-Bands

Improve cornering for exceptional dry performance.
Reduce irregular wear for a smooth, quiet ride.

Parallel Shoulder Slits

Help reduce irregular wear.

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.

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.

Falken Ziex ZE914 Ecorun

These high-performance tyres comply with all current standards for dry handling, wet grip, low rolling resistance and high driving comfort. The asymmetrical tread design, with four deep circumferential grooves, guarantees outstanding grip and boosts water dispersal, as well as improving braking and handling in wet conditions.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Outstanding grip
• Low drive-by noise
• Improved rolling resistance
• Tailor-made for sporty drivers
• With SPECIAL EYES® tyre wear indicators
• Also available as ZE914A Ecorun to fulfil OE market requirements

ECORUN technology

Falken tyres with the ECORUN label feature reduced rolling resistance. By reducing energy loss through friction, they save on fuel consumption - good for the environment, and good for your budget.