The Vercelli Strada I tire is a reliable all-season tire that is M+S rated for year round driving confidence. The tread rubber is hard and durable for long mileage, with tread pattern features for improved handling. Some of these features are the solid center rib for driving stability, a non-directional balanced tread pattern to assist with traction, large tread blocks on the outside shoulders for high-performance handling, and staggered tread grooves of various widths to reduce noise to give you a quiet, comfortable ride.