Inside:
- Larger contact area
- Higher density sipes
Outside:
- Larger groove area
- Higher block stability
A new asymmetric tread design

New Block Arrangements

1. Power Contact Rib
2. Lightning Groove
3. Triangle Spot
2. Lightning Groove
3. Triangle Spot
Absorptive tread compound

YOKOHAMA´s water absorbing technology
The layer of water above the ice is the biggest contributor to loss of traction. It causes "mirco hydroplaning" on icy surfaces. YOKOHAMA´s original compound technology incorporates water-absorbing compounds, putting the tyre in contact with the actual ice.
The layer of water above the ice is the biggest contributor to loss of traction. It causes "mirco hydroplaning" on icy surfaces. YOKOHAMA´s original compound technology incorporates water-absorbing compounds, putting the tyre in contact with the actual ice.