Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta

The Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta is the newest ace in the Ultra High Performance (UHP) segment. The Sessanta is based on the strong points of the Ultrac series and has been optimised even further to give very good steering and handling characteristics. Giugiaro Design has given the Ultrac Sessanta an innovative design, with a line pattern that clearly shows that performance comes first. The name Sessanta refers to the sixty years of Vredestein's existence in Enschede. In tribute to Vredestein's unique collaborative partnership with Giugiaro Design, "sixty" will be written in Italian: sessanta. Parametric design - from the drawing board to the shelf The Ultrac Sessanta is designed parametrically. This means that the tread construction, shape and contours are optimised for every size using mathematical formulae based on design parameters. Each size of the Ultrac Sessanta therefore offers maximum design quality.

FEATURES		BENEFITS
Innovative design and sophisticated line pattern		Good performance and unique appearance
Parametric design		Optimal design quality: profile, construction, design and contours selected according to mathematical formulae for each size
Sophisticated Longitudinal Design (SLD)		Thanks to this ingenious design, the Ultrac Sessanta is asymmetrical but its performance is not directional. This makes the tyre exceptionally quiet
Handling Tuned Tread Compound (HTTC)		Extremely high tracking power, allowing faster cornering Measured correction of the car is possible on bends
HTS+ (Handling Tuned Sidewall) principle with robust outer shoulders and sturdy sidewalls		Very direct steering feel Optimal contact with the road surface
Two rayon carcass layers make the tyre stable and sturdy during handling		Maximum resistance to lateral forces The car stays more controllable in the most crititcal situations

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Colm Browne	2008-08-29 17:53:43
Overall rate: 4.1 of 5
Vehicle: Renault Laguna 1.9dCi 130hp 300Nm	Size: 225/ R17
Drive conditions: Mixed	Drive style: Agressive
Would buy again? Certainly
For the last 6 years I have continually searched for the best gripping ulta high performance tire available. In my job I cover 75,000km/ year so I change tyres regularly. The Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta is an unbelievable tyre to drive on. It gives you great confinence in corners. Driving on a wet road is like driving on a dry raod. The cornering ability of the tire is immence with the added benifit of reduced braking distance which has saved me from crashing lots of times while avoiding stupid mistakes from other drivers. I couldn't recommend this tyre high enough. I get 15,000km on the front and 30,000Km from the rear. My car is front wheel drive with no ESP. i have never driven on snow with them so I don't know the level of grip on snow.