225/40R18 XL Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3 Tires : Michelin

The 'V' speed-rated Pilot® Alpin® PA3™ tire is the ultimate solution in winter conditions to deliver the power and precision that is expected from an Ultra-High Performance vehicle.
More Precision On Snowy And Dry Surfaces - Improved acceleration and controlled mobility in the snow 1 without compromise on the dry because of the V.T.S. Technology™ and the increased number of Biting Edges™ 1 (+26%). Gain 5% on dry handling and 5% gain in snow acceleration with the Pilot® Alpin® PA3™.
Enjoy Driving With Confidence Even During The Winter - Exceptional handling in cold weather driving conditions provided by the asymmetric tread design and the Variable Thickness Sipes Technology™ (V.T.S.™) where wide sipes on the inside provide traction in the snow and narrower sipes on the outside provide handling in the dry. Provides a 10% gain on snow handling for more control during maneuvering on snow-covered roads.
Get Shorter Safer Stops - Increased traction at low temperature for improved braking and handling in the wet and better overall performance in the snow, all the result of the revolutionary Helio Compound™, with sunflower oil. The Pilot® Alpin® PA3™ tire stops 2.8 meters (9.2 ft.) shorter than its predecessor on wet.
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225/40ZR18 XL Hankook Ventus R-S2 (Z212) Tires : Hankook

It has been brought to the street with improved road contact surface area for dry traction and a tread design featuring exceptional water dispersion for wet conditions. The result is a street tire delivering maximum grip with the proven Ventus Ultra-High Performance tread compound. -

225/40R18 XL Pirelli P-Zero Nero All Season Tires : Pirelli

P Zero Nero All Season is the ultra high performance all season leader dedicated to the North American market that provides a winning combination of quiet ride, precise cornering and superior grip in wet and dry driving conditions. A tire with a growing list of original equipment fitments and replacement sizes both in conventional and Run Flat constructions.
Asymmetric all season tread design for precision handling in all conditions, even at the limit Solid center rib gives a constant and consistent contact patch with the road providing shorter braking distances and quicker acceleration in both dry and wet conditions. Four longitudinal and many lateral grooves minimize the risk of aquaplaning even when cornering. Silica compounding offers a superior balance of fuel efficiency and wet road control. -

P225/40ZR18 Pirelli P-Zero Nero M&S Tires : Pirelli

Features

• First all season tire from the P-Zero collection.
• Innovative compound improves grip in wet and dry conditions.
• Longitudal and lateral grooves minimize the risk of aquaplaning even when cornering.
• Optimized pitch sequence and a continuous circumferential element ensure quiet ride.

225/40R18 XL Pirelli Winter 240 Sottozero Tires : Pirelli

Features:

• Deep diagonal grooves reduce road noise and assisted by the specially designed blocks, enhance the acoustic comfort and rolling resistance qualities.
• Undulating sipes connected by longitudal notches guarantee high lateral stability on snow-covered surfaces. Their layout and orientation optimize both grip on snow and wear characteristics. -

225/40ZR18 REINF Toyo Proxes T1R Tires : Toyo

Features:

• Unidirectional tread pattern resists auaplaning.
• New silica compound creates excellent dry handling characteristics.
• Jointless spiral wound edge and cap ply maintain excellent high speed uniformity.
• Rim protector

225/40R18 XL (RUN FLAT, 4th quarter 2009) Pirelli Winter 240 Sottozero Serie II - R.F. Tires : Pirelli

Optimal driving in all of the fall and winter conditions

Winter SOTTOZERO™ Series II is designed to actively react in the presence of wet asphalt and low external temperatures (under 7°C), contrasting with great success the phenomenon of aquaplaning. It represents a versatile and safe answer for optimal driving conditions in all fall and winter weather conditions: dry, wet or snow covered surfaces do not make a difference, Winter SOTTOZERO™ Series II guarantees the best performance on all surfaces.

It is characterised by:
wide moulded grooves, in order to effectively expel the water.special water containment basins (HST – Hydro Static Tank) a Pirelli patent that guarantees a better containment of the water in the grooves in order to sensibly reduce the phenomenon of aquaplaning.


IMPORTANT: It is not recommended to mix the Winter Sottozero and the Winter Sottozero Serie II tires
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225/40R18 Dunlop SP Sport MAXX Tires : Dunlop

Features:

• Features Dunlop's exclusive HydroMax^TM technology, which includes a silica tread compound for superb wet traction.
• High angle shoulder grooves for better cornering on dry surfaces.
• Jointless Nylon Band construction provides dependable rid uniformity and excellent contact patch shape.

225/40R18 XL Goodyear Eagle GT Tires : Goodyear

All-Season Performance, Great Handling And Style

The Eagle GT is an innovative tire featuring two distinct tread zones and TredLock® Technology for genuine all-season traction and great handling. -

225/40R18 XL Bridgestone Potenza RE760 Sport Tires : Bridgestone

Finally, a tire that lets drivers, in any car, on any road, maximize their driving pleasure. The moment you shift gears and turn the wheel, the RE760 Sport goes into action, giving you quick response and precision control. You'll be impressed by the powerful grip and stability in both wet and dry conditions. Combine this exhilarating performance with a tread patter optimized to reduce noise, and you might become addicted to the road. -