We know some as studded tires , others as knobby tires, and even as treaded tires, but they're all the same. So, what benefits do these types of tires provide? Why choose them? And here's the answer.
The grooves serve to maintain contact, grip, and good braking performance, and help cool the tire in hot conditions. Additionally, they are responsible for collecting water and moving it away from the contact patch when the road is wet and improving control and handling when driving on dry ground. They also maintain traction properties during acceleration and braking, and provide very good handling. To summarize, it would be as follows:
- Symmetrical tire tread patterns provide a smooth ride, high directional stability and low rolling resistance.
- Directional tread patterns offer high hydroplaning protection, excellent handling in snow and mud, and excellent road grip at high speeds.
- Asymmetrical tread patterns offer excellent handling, high cornering stability, and good grip in wet conditions.
- Whenever possible, avoid mixing tire tread patterns to maintain optimal levels of safety and performance.