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Asymmetric Tread Design – Tread design uses different elements on either side of the tread to deliver specific performances. Banded at Zero (BAZ) Technology ™ – MICHELIN ® BAZ Technology ™ uses spiral-wrapped nylon strips applied in the tread area atop the steel belts at zero degrees. BAZ Technology ™ opposes centripetal forces that can cause tire distortion at high speeds. BAZ Technology ™ optimizes high-speed handling and durability 1 . C3M Technology ™ – Manufacturing process that permits precise placement of different tire components and multiple rubber-tread compounds. Comfort Control Technology ™ – Designed to ensure a luxurious ride while minimizing noise on the road. CurbGard ™ Sidewall Protectors – Reinforced sidewall to resist damage from curb scrubbing inspired by the MICHELIN ® military all-terrain truck tire. Dynamic Response Technology – Continuously adapts to the road for ultra-precise steering, outstanding cornering power and remarkable treadlife for a summer tire. EnergySaver Construction ™ – A combination of unique rubber compounds and tire architecture that helps reduce energy consumption (in the form of heat). European Performance Profile – Features a rounder shoulder shape designed to handle curves more predictably during aggressive driving. EverGrip Technology – Combines expanding and emerging rain grooves plus an extreme silica compound for exceptional wet braking and grip. Asymmetric Tread With EnergySaver Construction ™ Without EnergySaver Construction ™ BAZ Technology ™ GLOSSARY OF MICHELIN TERMS 1 Exceeding the safe, legal speed limit is neither recommended nor endorsed. 2 Source: NHTSA report on rolling resistance. EverTread ® Compound – Designed to provide exceptional durability for improved treadlife. Filament at Zero (FAZ) Technology ™ – Individual, spiral-wrapped nylon or aramid/ nylon reinforcing filaments that are precisely placed in specific portions or across the entire tread area atop the steel belts banded at zero degrees. Filament at Zero (FAZ) Technology ™ helps retain tire shape and also enhances ride quality and steering precision. FleX-Ice ™ 2.0 Tread Compound – This compound is formulated to maintain its flexibility under the most extreme cold-weather conditions, including snow, slush, ice, wet and dry. GREEN X ® Technology – Reduces rolling resistance and increases fuel efficiency for less environmental impact. • What's rolling resistance? Every time a tire rotates, its shape conforms to the road surface and forms the contact patch, releasing energy in the form of heat. The result is rolling resistance. It can also be described as the energy required to turn the tire. The greater the rolling resistance, the harder the engine has to work. • Just a 10% reduction in rolling resistance can reduce fuel costs by 1% to 2% in most vehicles 2 . Helio Compound ™ – Rubber compound technology that contains natural sunflower oil. This formulation helps provide excellent grip by better dissipating the energy in the tread – even at low temperatures. FAZ Technology ™ Energy dissipation due to tire deformation Direction of rotation Use this section to find quick definitions of some of the terms and trademarks addressed in this brochure. Expanding Grooves WORN N E W Emerging Grooves High-Traction Compound Glossary of Michelin Terms 114