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The Firehawk Indy 500® tire pays tribute to the performance of the Firehawk Indy Racing® Slick. Engineered with UNI-T technology—adapted from some of the technology originally developed for professional drivers racing at speeds up to 200 mph. Excellent wet and improved dry handling make this S- and T-Speed rated tire ideal for all-season driving. With its attractive tread and sidewall design, the Firehawk Indy 500® tire looks like it performs—like a champion.

UNI-T Technologies :

Innovative Tire Design - A Comprehensive Tire Design Method
This method improves handling in wet or dry conditions and reduces irregular treadwear by combing the ideal tread design, casing shape, materials and construction.
Innovative Roundness - Rounder Is Better
Rounder overall tire shape provides better balance for wet or dry handling.
Innovative Compound - Longer Is Stronger
L.L. Carbon utilizes a special form of molecular re-engineered carbon black, a key factor in improving tire wear while enhancing wet performance.
Key Hole Sipes
Key Hole Sipes enlarge as the tire wears to help maintain like-new traction and appearance.
5 Degree Noise Reduction
Produces noise-canceling sound waves to significantly reduce tire noise on road surfaces.
Weather grip
A tread compound that blends special polymers to promote traction on wet surfaces.


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