The HTR Enhance LX2 is a tire made by Sumitomo that is suitable for coupes, family sedans, and small crossovers. It is an all-season tire designed to provide responsive handling and a long lifespan. The tire is equipped with a high-silica, super microparticulate carbon compound that enhances its strength and flexibility, resulting in improved wear and wet traction. Its asymmetric tread pattern is designed to deliver reliable handling and performance throughout the year, even as the tire wears down. The tread also features optimized groove depth and even pressure distribution to prevent irregular wear and extend the usable life of the tire. Additionally, the high silica content of the compound enhances grip in wet conditions, and the straight grooves and lateral notches efficiently evacuate water from the tire's contact patch, reducing the risk of hydroplaning. This tire also performs well in snowy conditions, thanks to its increased number of sipes that provide more biting edges for traction on snow and ice. The 3D zigzag sipes play a role in maintaining tread block rigidity, which helps with handling. The tire's cross-designed chamfers retain snow in the tread, ensuring better snow-to-snow traction. The internal construction of the HTR Enhance LX2 consists of a 2-ply polyester casing supported by two wide, high-rigidity steel belts. Additionally, a nylon reinforcement in a spiral formation enhances stability at high speeds, while the high modulus bead insert improves steering response.

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