The Dunlop Ice Touch studded tire was specifically designed for the unpredictable climate of Northern European countries, including Russia. This model belongs to the latest generation of studded winter tires, providing unparalleled handling characteristics on various types of road surfaces, from bare ice and snow to dry asphalt.
One of the distinctive features of this winter tire from the renowned British manufacturer is the use of the same innovative technologies as another novelty of the upcoming winter season - the studded winter tire Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice Arctic. In particular, the Multicontrol Ice technology was used in this model, one of the main components of which is the original triangular spike. To ensure high acceleration efficiency on slippery surfaces, the upper hard alloy insert of the spike is equipped with sharp edges that create effective traction. The smooth transitions on the spike body allow the tire to maintain excellent directional stability when cornering, when the tire is subjected to strong lateral accelerations. To increase braking efficiency on icy surfaces, the back of the spike has a large cross-sectional area. In addition, thanks to the triangular design and factory installation technology, the spikes are not only firmly held in the tread but also do not rotate throughout the life of the tire.
The Dunlop IceTouch tire tread features a V-shaped pattern, the design of which is distinguished by an increased width of the central rib. This design feature has provided the tire with a larger contact patch area, allowing it to demonstrate high acceleration and braking efficiency on dry surfaces. In addition, the central rib of the tread consists of many sharp-angled blocks, which, due to the formed sharp edges, provide excellent traction on slippery surfaces.
Another distinctive feature of this model is the presence of a large number of lamellas on the surface of all tread elements, arranged in different directions. Thanks to the multitude of formed edges, the tire demonstrates excellent traction on slippery surfaces in any conditions and in all directions.
The composition of the rubber compound of the Dunlop Ice Touch tire was selected based on the conditions of operation at low temperatures. In order to provide elasticity even at negative temperatures, special polymeric components were included in the composition of the rubber compound, thanks to which it was possible to significantly improve traction on snowy surfaces. In addition, the wide and deep transverse grooves provide high self-cleaning efficiency of the tread, which led to an increase in the tire's passability through loose snow. These same grooves, effectively removing snow, dirt, and water from the contact patch, provide excellent resistance to aquaplaning, ensuring a high level of safety during thaws.
It is also worth noting that the tread of this tire is equipped with so-called "dynamic bridges". This design solution made it possible to significantly increase the stiffness of the tread, reducing its tendency to deformations that occur during large lateral accelerations. Thanks to this technical feature, it was possible to significantly improve directional stability, as well as acceleration and braking efficiency when driving on dry roads. In addition, due to the reduction of deformations, the likelihood of uneven tread wear decreased, which led to an increase in the life of the tire.
Main features of Dunlop Ice Touch
- Unique V-shaped design of the directional symmetrical tread pattern provides excellent handling on various types of road surfaces, from dry asphalt to snow and ice;
- Original triangular spike design, which provides excellent traction with icy surfaces;
- Wide and deep drainage grooves, which narrow from the center of the tread to its shoulder areas, provide effective removal of water and snow from the contact patch;
- Combination of multiple directional lamellas and triangular spikes provide excellent traction and a high level of safety in winter conditions;
- Large contact patch area, provided by a wide central rib, which makes it possible to achieve high acceleration and braking efficiency;
- Special polymeric components in the rubber compound, thanks to which the tire has excellent elasticity even at very low temperatures;
- Low rolling resistance in combination with increased stiffness and lightness of the tire carcass provides excellent fuel efficiency.
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