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Truck/SUV Tire Buyer's Guide
Pirelli A few new Scorpions... PirelliA few new Scorpions join Pirelli's line of high-end high-performance tires for trucks and SUVs. The STR has been designed to satisfy a variety of trucks, SUVs, crossovers, 4x4s, and MPVs, making it one of the most versatile tires on the market. The STR blends the technologies of high-performance tires and off-road tires into one. For trucks and SUVs requiring a bit more grip on the road, there's the Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico. The idea behind the Asimmetrico was to offer light trucks and SUVs the ultimate in steering and braking response, especially in the wet, but still offer the grip and growl for those occasional weekend exploration trips. Pirelli; 800/747-3554. www.us.pirelli.com Maxxis Offering a slightly... MaxxisOffering a slightly odd-looking, V-grooved, center-channeled tread for truck and SUV performance tires, Maxxis has developed the Marauder. Featuring dual steel-belt construction with a jointless spiral-wrapped full nylon cap, the tire boasts high-grade durability components to both protect it from road debris and rough terrain. Road shock is absorbed by double polyester body plies, while the unidirectional tread pattern offers not only excellent traction and handling, but also aggressive looks for street trucks. As with all unidirectional tires, make sure your local dealer knows how to read, mount, and rotate these tires properly for maximum Maxxis performance Maxxis; 770/962-8229. www.maxxis.com
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