Car tyre
Tyre grip is an element of paramount importance for safety. It varies from 1 to 10 depending on the tyre. What comes into play is the state of repair of the road, the tread pattern and above all the weather conditions.
So there are several scenarios :
The ideal tires for dry roads are summer tires. They are recommended when temperatures exceed 7°C, as they offer optimal grip and excellent driving precision. Their harder rubber compound resists high temperatures, while their tread patterns, with fewer grooves, maximize the contact surface with the road for better stability.
These tires also ensure reduced braking distances and low rolling resistance, which improves energy efficiency.
While summer tires provide excellent performance on dry roads, semi-slick tires go even further for sports driving enthusiasts. Designed to combine maximum grip and thrilling driving sensations, they deliver optimal performance both on the track and on dry roads.
Asset: Grip is significantly enhanced, making the car feel glued to the road.
Drawback: Grip is reduced when the temperature drops below 7°C.
On this type of surface, the most prominent characteristic is not so much grip as water dispersal to prevent the risk of aquaplaning. The grooves and sipes of the tread pattern serve exactly this purpose. The V-shape tread patterns are by far the most efficient.
Uniroyal has continually strengthened its reputation as experts since the invention of the "rain" tyre in 1969.
Asset : Outstanding water dispersal.
Drawback : Less grip because the size of the contact patch is reduced by the tread pattern cavities.
Snow is to be blamed for many accidents on the road each winter In some extreme cases, the use of chains, or even studded tyres is recommended. When the outside temperatures drops below 50°F ( 10°C) your summer tyres are not efficient any longer. It is advisable to get winter tyres fitted on your car.
Winter tyres rely on siping in order to reach optimized grip on the surface.
Asset : Winter tyre siping enables you to keep a good grip in winter driving conditions. With these tyres, no more stress on snowy roads.
Drawback : This type of tyre doesn't provide as much grip on dry roads. Moreover, the rate of wear is faster if it is used round the year.
