The Nokian Snowproof 2 is a versatile winter tire designed to provide maximum safety and comfortable driving during the winter months. It stands out for its ability to maintain reliable grip on snow and ice while ensuring excellent responsiveness on wet ground. The tread technology of the Snowproof 2 allows for efficient evacuation of water and melted snow, thus reducing the risk of aquaplaning. Active sipes and the winter-specific rubber compound ensure constant traction, even in changing weather conditions. This tire is ideal for drivers seeking uncompromising winter performance for their passenger vehicle.
The Nokian Tyres Snowproof 2 features a patented Driving Safety Indicator, known as DSI, designed to provide information on the tyre’s wear condition and the right time for replacement. This indicator shows the remaining tread depth in millimetres, with numbers that gradually disappear as the tyre wears.
To maintain a level of safety suited to winter driving, a groove depth between 4 and 5 millimetres is recommended. The snowflake symbol remains visible until the tread reaches 4 millimetres. Its disappearance indicates that replacing winter tyres becomes necessary in order to maintain optimal safety performance.
The Alpine Sense Grip concept is the core element of Snowproof tyres. It combines high grip with stable and predictable road behaviour, whatever the winter conditions encountered.
This approach is based on the interaction between a specific tread pattern design, suitable sipes and a dedicated rubber compound, in order to ensure safe and comfortable driving. The tread pattern promotes efficient evacuation of snow, whether fresh or melted, between the tyre and the road surface. The 3D sipes help to enhance grip under braking and in corners.
The Alpine Grip 2.0 compound is designed to cope with demanding winter conditions, including on muddy ground, while maintaining good performance when temperatures are milder. Its formulation allows it to remain flexible and grippy across a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable handling during temperature variations.
Its high silica content improves grip on wet roads. Optimising rolling resistance also contributes to better energy efficiency, helping to reduce consumption and associated emissions.
To ensure a high level of safety and optimum comfort, the tread is based on a design with two functional zones. The Dual Zone Safety concept combines a Grip Zone dedicated to grip in winter conditions and a Handling Zone focused on steering precision, stability and control.
The Hydroflow Grooves integrated into the tread pattern effectively reduce the risk of aquaplaning. They promote rapid evacuation of water and slush between the tyre and the road surface, helping to maintain reliable contact with the road.
