Kormoran Snow

The Kormoran Snow winter tire is designed for passenger cars of various classes. Its wide applicability is achieved by an assortment of several dozen sizes for wheels with diameters from 15 to 18 inches. Developed by Michelin specifically for the French conglomerate's subsidiary brands. Characterized by increased reliability in complex road conditions and pronounced fuel-saving properties.

“Micro-ribs” inside the drainage channels

The tire uses several non-standard technical solutions. One of them is the so-called “micro-ribs” inside the longitudinal drainage grooves in the central part. These elements additionally enhance the traction properties on snow, forming numerous sharp edges.

Increased lamella density

The tread pattern is characterized by an increased density of narrow slits. In total, they form several thousand very sharp edges, with which the tire reliably grips the slippery surface. The transverse arrangement of these elements provides it with excellent efficiency during acceleration and deceleration.

Resistance to slushplaning

A distinctive feature of the tire is its increased reliability in complex road conditions. To a large extent, this is achieved due to the increased number and internal volume of drainage grooves. Those located in the central part are directed against the movement, which allows the tread to use the rotation force to divert water and its mixture with snow. This significantly enhances resistance to aquaplaning and slushplaning.

Main features of the Kormoran Snow model

- “micro-ribs” inside the central drainage grooves enhance traction on snow;
- increased density of lamella arrangement ensures reliable behavior on ice;
- wide and anti-directional drainage grooves in the central part prevent slushplaning.