Tyre manufacturer Apollo proposes the Aspire XP summer product developed for motorists of sports cars who principally ride in urban environments and on major roads.

It delivers enhanced grip for a use focused on speed. Indeed, this tyre provides short dry stopping distances as well as very good handling in dry weather and is remarkable with sports vehicles.

Pneumatic tyre stability is improved on models with an asymmetric design, which helps maximise drainage of water.

APOLLO ASPIRE XP: COMFORT AND SAFETY

The Aspire XP range, which has replaced Apollo’s Aspire 4G and Apterra HP ranges, is designed for cars and SUVs and includes a total of 52 product references. The brand has also decided to expand its offering for 17, 18 and 19 inch rims with 20 new sizes in the car and SUV segments.

According to the tyre maker, safety and comfort were the main priorities in the development of the Aspire XP, which “ensures an outstanding driving experience on both dry and wet roads”. Thanks to an improved silica tread compound, handling on wet roads has been enhanced by 22% compared to the tyre's predecessors, while braking distances in wet conditions have been improved by 7%.

Technology for enhanced safety and comfort

And the Aspire XP’s strong performance is not just limited to the wet. The same improvements can be seen in the tyre’s handling on dry roads. A stiffer central lane and outer shoulder blocks have reduced breaking distances by 4% and ensure improved steering response accuracy in the dry.

For enhanced comfort, sipes have been placed on the inside shoulder of the tyre to reduce interior noise. In addition, more flexible materials have been used for the tyre sidewall to improve shock absorption.

The tyre is manufactured at Apollo Vredestein’s plants in the Netherlands and Hungary.