Michelin Pilot Super Sport (N0) 255/45R19 ZR 100Y XL

Michelin Pilot Super Sport (N0). FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Shortened braking distance; Summer weather traction; Porsche original equipment tire; Longer lasting tread life; High speed controllability; . OVERVIEW: The Michelin Pilot Super Sport (N0) tire is a summer max performance tire manufactured for passenger vehicles.This tire model is noted with N0 as it is the first approved tire to be selected as the original equipment tire of select Porsche vehicles. The model went through numerous tests to be authorized by Porsche for use on their vehicles. It was manufactured to guarantee safety and reliability during high speed driving performance and its guaranteed to bring out the highest performing capability of the vehicle.This summer tire offers excellent dry and wet weather traction and grips the road well in these conditions. However, it will not perform well in winter weather. The circumferential and smaller lateral grooves in the tread pattern eliminate water from beneath the tire and prevent hydroplaning.Michelin used its data from motorsport racing, particularly from Le Mans, during the manufacture of this tire, which enhanced its performing ability. Its Bi-Compound tread compound, which employs two compound types across the tires tread for divided dry and wet performance, boosts the tires performing ability and dry and wet weather traction. The tires lowered overall weight also improves its performance and makes its handling easier for the driver, while the Bi-Compound also enables a shortened braking distance.The Pilot Super Sport (N0)s structure is reinforced with the Twaron Belt package, which reduces the possibility of punctures and provides high speed durability. This special structure, along also slows down the treads wear rate, while the Variable Contact Patch 2.0 Technology ensures even wear throughout the tire, extending its life in the process.