The Hankook Winter i*cept evo4 W340 is a winter tyre designed for passenger cars. It combines performance suited to winter conditions with improved driving comfort and a longer service life. Its mileage increases by 14% compared with the previous model, thanks to a design intended to limit tread wear.
The reduction in vulcanisation temperature and the optimised distribution of silica help to reduce rolling resistance. This development helps to limit fuel consumption while promoting more stable driving.
The completely redesigned tread features chamfered blocks as well as an optimised arrangement of the central grooves. This architecture reduces tyre noise emissions in order to provide better acoustic comfort on daily journeys.
On snowy roads, the optimised tread pattern structure improves braking behaviour and enhances traction in difficult winter conditions. The soft rubber compound also promotes a larger contact patch with the road, thereby helping to reduce wear and extend mileage.
The optimised layout of the central grooves helps distribute rolling noise more evenly, promoting a quieter, more comfortable ride.
The diagonal cut in the contact patch helps reduce impact noise during sudden braking or changes of direction, improving acoustic comfort and driving enjoyment.
Wet braking performance is improved by 4% compared with the previous Hankook model, reducing stopping distances on wet roads.
A wider contact patch distributes pressure more evenly across the ground and promotes more uniform wear. This design improves wear resistance by 15% compared with the previous model, extending the tyre’s lifespan while maintaining reliable performance.
The Balance Grip compound combines optimised silica dispersion with flexibility that adapts to temperature changes, providing a balance between grip and efficiency on both wet and snowy roads.
An optimised vulcanisation temperature, combined with advanced silica dispersion, helps reduce rolling resistance while promoting energy efficiency and driving stability.
Half-sipes integrated into the central tread blocks and shoulders enhance grip on snow and promote stable handling during acceleration, braking and cornering.
- Acceleration on snow: performance improved by 11% compared with the previous Hankook product.
- Handling on snow: performance improved by 4% compared with the previous Hankook product.
The V-shaped tread promotes rapid water evacuation towards the sides, helping to reduce the risk of aquaplaning and maintain stable handling on wet roads.
Each tread block features an optimised sipe angle and a specific design to improve performance on snow and promote stable handling on different types of winter roads.
- Centre blocks: enhance traction and acceleration on snow.
- Centre and shoulder blocks: improve cornering stability and steering precision on snow-covered roads.
Lateral grooves widened by 2% enhance grip and traction while promoting stable control on snowy roads.
