GT Radial SportActive SUV

The GT Radial SportActive SUV summer tire is designed based on the same model for passenger cars, which has proven to be more than competitive, while being significantly cheaper than most similar tires from leading world brands. The key difference is the modified design of the carcass and sidewalls, which are reinforced taking into account the increased weight of crossovers and SUVs with all-wheel drive transmission.

Delayed aquaplaning threshold

One of the characteristic features of the tire is the absence of aquaplaning even at significant speeds. This ability is provided by the design of the drainage system. The performance of the four wide longitudinal grooves in the central part of the tread is supplemented by similar elements located transversely. Their shape has been optimized to maximize the speed of water circulation. In addition, the tread is equipped with so-called "liquid evacuators". These miniature elements work on the principle of a venturi. When in contact with the road surface, they capture liquid from the surface and then push it outwards, using the pressure of the vehicle's weight on the tire to create a vacuum. The technology is called Micro Dot.

Sporty handling

In motion, the tire is distinguished by lightning-fast and precise reactions to the driver's actions. This ability is provided by the design of the shoulder areas. This part of the tread has high stiffness, which is achieved by the massiveness of the blocks located here and the rigid bridges between them. They limit the mobility of these elements relative to each other. As a result, the tire demonstrates not only responsiveness and accuracy in handling, but also excellent grip when maneuvering.

Main features of the GT Radial SportActive SUV tire

- designed based on a tire for sports passenger cars;
- reinforced carcass and sidewalls improve directional stability;
- absence of aquaplaning effect at high speeds due to wide longitudinal drainage grooves and point "liquid evacuators";
- rigid shoulder blocks improve traction and handling when maneuvering.