Gtradial SportActive 245/40 R17 91Y

GT Radial SportActive – sporty summer tire

The GT Radial SportActive is a sporty summer tire for high-performance passenger cars. Its summer design is intended for mild to warm temperatures on dry and wet roads. It excels in mild to warm temperatures when the tread and compound are within the intended operating range for summer road conditions. Therefore, when choosing, not only the correct size but also the actual use between city traffic, interurban roads, and longer highway sections is important. The balanced concept is aimed at drivers who value predictable everyday characteristics more than individual extreme values.

It is aimed at drivers who appreciate direct reactions and stable cornering. For snow and ice, suitable winter tires are required; the change should be made in good time in Switzerland. Below winter temperatures, a summer tire loses elasticity due to its design; therefore, a timely seasonal change remains safety-relevant. Tire pressure, tread depth, loading, and driving style significantly influence real behavior and should be checked regularly. Even a high-quality tire cannot override physical limits in standing water, highly changing surfaces, or abrupt driving maneuvers.

Stiff tread areas support steering precision, and wide grooves aid water drainage. EU label values, load capacity, and special versions must be checked on the specific item. Braking distance, rolling resistance, and rolling noise can differ between two visually similar dimensions and should not be generally derived from the model name. Which EU label values apply depends on the dimension, load and speed index, and the respective special version. For ordering, therefore, the information in the vehicle registration document, on the sidewall, and in the vehicle manufacturer's approval remains decisive.