Wet Performance
On wet surfaces, it’s a little bit tricky. The Pilot Sport 4 is better in aquaplaning resistance, while the Pilot Sport 4S has better numbers in wet handling and braking. All three features are essential when driving on wet roads, especially when it comes to safety.
How many miles are Pilot Sport 4S good for?
The answer is around 40,000-85,000 miles. The Pilot Sport 4S is a tire specialized for summer, so it will be on the lower end of this range.
Did the pilot sport 4S replace the Pilot Super Sport?
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (PS4S) succeeded Pilot Super Sport (PSS) in 2017. PSS was the benchmark for ultra-high-performance tires until PS4S was launched as its replacement. From our experience, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S is unrivaled in wet braking, dry traction, and tread life.
Is the Pilot sport 4S a run flat?
Created to provide a superior sport performance, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Zero Pressure is a run flat tyre features an ultra-reactive tread pattern design. This tread has been designed to continuously adapt to the road – in order to deliver an optimised surface footprint.
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What does the 4S mean in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S?
The ‘4S’ in PS4S does not mean it’s a four-season (all-season) tire. The PS4S is Michelin’s 4th-generation Pilot Sport UHP summer tire, carrying on the legacy of the original Pilot Sport, the Pilot Sport PS2 and the Pilot Super Sport. See all 38 photos.
Are Pilot Sport 4S good in snow?
The Pilot Sport 4S excels in warm dry and wet conditions, so like all Max Performance Summer tires, is not intended to be serviced, stored nor driven in near- and below-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
Is Michelin Pilot Sport 4 runflat?
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Zero Pressure is a run flat tyre developed to deliver an excellent overall performance.
Are Michelin Pilot sport tires run flat?
The Pilot Sport A/S 3 + RUN FLAT is Michelin’s ultimate Ultra High Performance Summer/All-Season tire with the highest level of performance and grip in all driving conditions. The A/S 3+ incorporated Michelin’s Helio+ Compound Technology enhancing its braking performances on wet surfaces and even on light snow.
Does the Michelin Pilot 4s have a belt?
The MICHELIN® Pilot® Sport 4 SUV tire is designed to tackle the challenges of a powerful SUV. It boasts rigid blocks on the tread pattern optimized for longevity and high-density double casing for tire robustness, while a hybrid belt made of aramid and nylon protect the sidewall and steel belts.
Do all 4 tires need to be run flat?
Yes, you can replace four run-flat tires with four conventional tires as long as they meet your vehicle’s manufacturer recommendations.
What are the disadvantages of run-flat tires?
Run flat tire cons. Run flats can weigh more, decrease ride comfort and handling and are less readily available. Some consumers contend they also wear faster and less evenly than conventional tires. And because of the possible increase in weight, the tires can reduce fuel economy.
What happens when a run flat tire goes flat?
Run flat tires don’t ever actually go flat. They are made of very stiff rubber and a very thin inner tube that when fully deflated, still can support the weight of the car.
Is it OK to mix run-flat and regular tires?
Never mix run flat tires with tires that do not have run flat technology (conventional tires) – unless in an emergency situation on a limited, temporary basis. The conventional tire should be replaced with a run flat tire as soon as possible.
Are run-flat tires more prone to blowouts?
The J.D. Power study found that “customers with vehicles equipped with run-flat tires are nearly twice as likely as those with vehicles equipped with conventional tires to have to replace a tire due to a flat or blowout.”
Can you repair a Michelin run-flat tire?
However, there is no consensus on whether or not run-flat tires can be repaired. Tire manufacturers often defer to the vehicle manufacturer’s replacement tire restrictions and recommendations. Michelin North America Inc., for example, allows its run-flat tires (Zero Pressure) to be repaired under certain guidelines.
What is the flat tire rule?
What is the ‘flat tire’ rule? The ‘flat tire’ rule is kind of an unofficial airline policy. It allows airlines/check-in agents the flexibility to put passengers who may have missed their flight, due to, well, a flat tire, or other mitigating circumstances, on the next flight without a penalty.
Can you drive 100 yards with flat tires?
The limit is 50 miles just right after the tire got punctured. However, you must prepare for any potential damage to your car. However, flat tires shouldn’t be driven long distances. You’ll risk damaging your vehicle more, notably the wheels, brakes, and other parts such as your suspension and steering system.
At what PSI is a tire considered flat?
Anything under 20 PSI is considered a flat tire, and puts you at risk for a potentially devastating blowout.” So what’s a driver to do when the TPMS light comes on?