185/60r15 nankang sv-4 88h lamella d/c/b

nankang winter activa sv-4 improved grip and handling in winter conditions

The Nankang Winter Activa SV-4 is a multi-season tire developed for Central European winter conditions, combining effective grip on snowy and wet roads, stable handling and driving comfort. The model is a further development of the previous SV-3, with special attention paid to braking performance, traction and vehicle controllability in variable winter conditions.

directional v-shaped tread pattern

The Nankang SV-4 uses a directional V-shaped tread pattern with curved transverse grooves extending from the center of the tread to the shoulders. This design helps to channel water and slush away from the contact patch and supports traction on wet and snowy roads.
Widened longitudinal grooves improve water drainage, helping to reduce the risk of aquaplaning. The special shape of the groove walls helps to break up the water layer between the tire and the road surface and facilitates snow removal from the tread.

3D sipes for better snow grip

The three-dimensional sipes in the tire's tread blocks form numerous gripping edges that help improve traction and braking on snowy roads.
Specially shaped tread blocks and additional grooves on the shoulder increase the tire's ability to grip snowy roads. The sipe arrangement also supports the stability of the tread blocks when changing direction.

better braking performance and handling

Compared to the previous generation SV-3 model, Nankang has improved both wet and snow grip. According to the manufacturer's comparative tests, the SV-4's braking performance on wet roads improved by 1.6% and on snow by 8.5%.
The optimized contact patch helps distribute tire load more evenly, supporting stable handling on dry and wet asphalt.

balanced driving characteristics

The Winter Activa SV-4 tread design is designed to provide a balance between winter grip, handling and rolling resistance.
The tire is suitable for everyday use in both city traffic and on highways, where cold asphalt, rain, slush and snow can quickly change.

a practical choice for changeable winter conditions

The Nankang Winter Activa SV-4 is suitable for drivers looking for a reasonably priced winter tire with strengths in wet grip, snow grip, and stable handling.
The tire is designed primarily for milder and more variable winter conditions. For long-term frosty and icy winters, a special Nordic winter tire is a more suitable choice.
The Nankang Winter Activa SV-4 combines a directional tread pattern, three-dimensional siping and an improved contact patch, providing balanced driving characteristics throughout the winter season.