Features of the anti-skid stud shape

The shape of the studs. Only on this topic can many issues be revealed. First of all, it is worth paying attention to what seems to be a trifle and is not noticeable to most car owners, but it is precisely such trifles that make up the majority of advantages between tires of different manufacturers and models.

Pay attention to the special bevel of the upper flange of some anti-skid studs. This is necessary to improve traction on ice.

The fact is that during braking, the studs tilt at a certain angle, and the insert made of a special alloy, which provides braking, is obstructed by part of the stud body. This is relevant only for new tires, because gradually the body wears out in these areas.

This is why the bevel of the flange is increasingly found in new studs - for effective braking from the first kilometers.