245/40ZR18 97V NS808 NEREUS WINTER TIRE is a performance-oriented winter tire designed for luxury, premium, and sports sedans. In the size 245/40ZR18 97V, this tire delivers a blend of stable high-speed handling on dry winter roads and essential traction in snow and ice conditions. It’s an excellent choice for drivers seeking reliable winter performance without sacrificing the sporty feel of their vehicle.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Exceptional Snow & Ice Grip: The deep grooves, a specialized tread pattern, and high-density sipes provide superior traction and grip on snowy and icy surfaces.
- Cold-Weather Flexibility: The advanced rubber compound, made with natural and butadiene rubber, ensures the tire remains flexible in frigid temperatures, which is crucial for optimal grip and safety.
- Enhanced Stability and Handling: The directional tread design and central rib with special notches work to provide a stable grip and responsive control on snow and wet roads, while “suction cups” in the tread dry the contact patch for better grip on slippery surfaces.
- Hydroplaning Resistance: Widened longitudinal and crosswise grooves effectively drain water and slush from the contact area, reducing the risk of aquaplaning.
- Safety Certified: The tire carries both the M+S (Mud and Snow) rating and the essential three-peak mountain snowflake symbol, confirming it meets regulatory requirements for severe winter use in all provinces with winter tire laws.
Specifications:
- Size: 245/40ZR18 (Note: The “Z” in the size indicates a high-performance tire capable of speeds over 149 mph, but the speed rating for this specific tire is V, maxing at 149 mph / 240 km/h).
- Load Index: 97 (Max Load: 1609 lbs / 730 kg).
- Speed Rating: V (Max Speed: 149 mph / 240 km/h).
- Season: Winter (M+S and Snowflake rated).
- Tread Type: Directional/Asymmetric.
- Usage: Performance/Premium Sedans, Passenger Cars
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