Many performance factors are built in every tire model manufactured. These factors vary between patterns and can be less or more important to the consumer based on use of the product and driving needs. It is often common with tires that in order to maximize certain benefits in a tire, you may have to sacrifice benefits in another area. For example, if a particular tire offers good traction, then the noise levels may increase on dry pavement. A tire professional can help you make the right choices based on your needs and expectations when choosing a tire.

Good Traction
Benefits		Safety in areas where traction is required, performance when conditions dictate traction is needed.
Trade-Offs		Noise levels on dry pavement may increase. Mileage received may decrease. Change over to alternative tread design in dry weather is recommended.
Type		Seasonal
Conditions		Snow

Low Rolling Resistance
Benefits		Improved fuel mileage. May provide longer tread life.
Trade-Offs		May provide less traction.
Type		Seasonal
Conditions		Dry

Handling
Benefits		Improved steering response. More control.
Trade-Offs		Less ride comfort in some cases. May have one directional tread design.
Type		Seasonal
Conditions		Dry

High Mileage
Benefits		Improved value. Less frequent purchases.
Trade-Offs		Higher initial purchase price. Traction levels may be decreased.
Type		Seasonal
Conditions		Dry

All Season
Benefits		No change-over to traction pattern required under many circumstances. Provides basic requirements of many consumers.
Trade-Offs		Traction is decreased in extreme conditions.
Type		All Season
Conditions		Wet or Dry

High Performance
Benefits		Stability and better handling capabilities at high speeds.
Trade-Offs		Mileage received may decrease.
Type		Seasonal
Conditions		Dry