What helps the studs to brake?

In the vast majority of regions in Russia, studded tires occupy a large share of the market, which is why many questions arise around them. In particular, about how to properly run-in new tires. Often, the manufacturer tries to help car owners by applying a special shallow pattern around the studs. As this pattern wears out, it can be determined that the studs are run-in and the tires can be used in normal mode. But often, the run-in indicator pattern is confused with technologies directly related to braking efficiency.

All manufacturers have different names for them, but the essence is the same for all - to facilitate the work of the studs.

The fact is that during the operation of the studs on ice, ice crumbs are formed, which by the middle of braking get clogged around the stud and do not allow it to brake effectively. At the moment, this is a matter of fractions of a second, but in fact, the solution to this problem can significantly improve braking.

The solution can be special holes that will absorb the processed ice particles. Some manufacturers effectively use this technology.