Michelin Latitude Alpin (N1) 255/55R18 109V XL 59395

Michelin Latitude Alpin. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Winter weather traction; High speed controllability; High driving comfort levels; . OVERVIEW: The Michelin Latitude Alpin is a performance, winter tire manufactured for passenger vehicles and SUVs. This model has some touring sizes too.The tire boosts the winter weather traction. The winter compound with the durable rubber materials, and the asymmetric tread design with the high-density siping placement increase the grip. This combination guarantees the tire's performance in winter weather, and on ice- and snow-covered surface conditions. These tread elements provide extra biting edges, greatly boosting the surface traction. The durable compound keeps the rubber flexibility in freezing temperatures, in colder winter conditions. The circumferential grooves prevent hydroplaning by dispersing water and slush from below the footprint. These enhancements ensure the tire's winter traction even without the use of studs.Better controllability is also ensured with the ideal tread design and the Total Performance Technology. They ensure the tire's close and constant surface contact, which greatly improves the steering responsiveness and driving stability. The high-density siping placement along the asymmetric tread design helps to shorten the braking distance. These tread elements generate friction at the moment of braking, significantly shortening the overall braking distance. The Total Performance Technology allows the tire to improve the high speed durability. As the tire does not deform and the tread design prevents heat build-up across the tread area, which enables the tire to securely perform at its best high speed ability.The Latitude Alpin also ensures high driving comfort levels. The tread design allows the tire to maintain the surface contact thanks to the Comfort Control Technology. This technology utilizes the computer-designed tread pattern to provide close road contact. As a result, the tire absorbs the shock of driving, decreasing the road vibrations felt by the passengers. Since road disturbances do not reach the vehicle's cabin, the passengers' driving enjoyment is not disturbed. This results in a quiet and comfortable driving experience.This specific tire is marked with N1 as it is the original equipment of Porsche vehicles.Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.