Description
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 (MOE) Runflat is an ultra-high-performance summer tire, often specified as Original Equipment (O.E.) for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. It is engineered to provide superior handling and braking in both wet and dry conditions while offering the safety and convenience of run-flat technology.
Key Features and Technologies
- Run-Flat Technology (ROF/RunOnFlat): The tire incorporates self-supporting technology that allows it to be driven for a temporary distance (typically up to 80 km at 80 km/h) after a puncture and complete loss of air pressure. This feature reduces the risk of roadside emergencies and eliminates the need for an immediate tire change or a spare tire.
- MOE Marking: The “MOE” designation indicates it is a “Mercedes Original Equipment” approved tire, meaning it has been specifically engineered to meet the stringent performance and safety standards of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
- ActiveBraking Technology: This technology involves a three-dimensional tread block design that increases the tire’s contact with the road surface during braking. This results in shorter stopping distances on both wet and dry roads.
- Asymmetric Tread Design: The tread pattern is specifically designed to enhance handling, steering precision, and cornering traction in varied conditions, with wide circumferential grooves to disperse water and reduce aquaplaning risk.
- Lightweight Construction: The tire’s construction is designed to reduce unsprung mass, which helps the tire follow the road’s contours more closely, thereby improving steering responsiveness and dry handling.
- Tread Compound: The compound uses a combination of race traction resins, high surface silica, and advanced polymers to optimize tread stiffness, providing excellent grip in both wet and dry conditions.
Performance Overview
- Handling & Grip: The tire is widely praised for its excellent grip and confident handling in both wet and dry conditions, often winning industry tests for its performance capabilities.
- Ride Quality & Noise: Compared to older run-flat models, the Asymmetric 2 generally offers improved comfort and a quieter ride. However, some user reviews indicate that, like many run-flats, noise can increase as the tire wears down.
- Intended Use: It is a summer tire designed for high-performance sports cars, coupes, and sedans. It is not intended for use in near-freezing temperatures, snow, or on ice.
