Sidewall Stiffness

…An "aggressive" tread design that could better resist hydroplaning or provide enhanced snow traction would also generate more noise. And a "stiff" sidewall that could provide responsive handling and high-speed stability would also reduce ride comfort. These opposing goals require blending and…

…performance designed to match the needs of their vehicles. Tire deflection (the tread and sidewall flexing where the tread comes into contact with the road) will remain as originally designed and excessive sidewall flexing and tread squirm will be avoided. Heat buildup will be managed and rolling…

…(which does periodically wear out and requires replacement). Additionally, auxiliary support systems promise better ride quality because their sidewall's stiffness can be equivalent to today's standard tires. The disadvantage to auxiliary supported systems is that their unique wheels will not accept…