Think tire tread is just about grip? Think again. The pattern on your tires is a sophisticated solution engineered for much more.

Here’s what your tread is really doing for you:

Safety First: The grooves act as channels to rapidly expel water, dramatically reducing braking distance on wet roads and preventing hydroplaning.

Cooling & Durability: Treads create airflow to cool the tire, reducing heat-related aging and extending its life.

Efficiency & Comfort: A well-designed pattern minimizes road noise and lowers rolling resistance, leading to real fuel savings over time.

But getting the most from your tread means avoiding common mistakes. Are you making any of these?

Myth 1: Deeper is always better.

Fact: Excessively deep treads can increase fuel consumption and may reduce stability at high speeds.

Myth 2: Only tread depth matters.

Fact: Aged, hardened rubber loses its grip, even if the tread depth is still legally compliant.

Myth 3: It's okay to mix patterns on the same axle.

Fact: Mismatched treads create uneven grip, seriously compromising vehicle stability, especially when braking or on wet surfaces.

This is where PAXXON's expertise comes in.

We understand that the perfect tread is a balance of safety, efficiency, and longevity, tailored to specific applications. Through continuous real-world testing and fleet feedback across Europe, we optimize our tread designs and rubber compounds to master this balance.

For your fleet, choosing PAXXON isn’t just about selecting a tire; it’s about investing in a stronger guarantee for your daily operations.