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Sport tires – The driver’s skill level must be commensurate Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake with the vehicle performance levels in the up-(PCCB) Sport tires (ultra high performance tires) are ap-per range limits, due to increased safety risks proved for use on public highways and comply in the upper range limits. f Please see the chapter “BRAKES” on Page 58. with all statutory requirements and safety criteria.f At oudside temperatures below 45 °F (7 °C) The design of the tire is also geared towards use The high-performance brake system is designed change to snow tires. for optimal braking effect at all speeds and on racing circuits (driver safety training courses, f Notify anyone using your car of these charac- temperatures. sports driving schools, Club Sport events) and teristics and possible effects. Certain speeds, braking forces and ambient provides distinct advantages here in terms of dry conditions (such as temperature and humidity) grip and wear compared to conventional road Danger! therefore might cause brake noises. tires. The major features are a reduced tread depth and Risk of accident through loss of road surface Wear on the different components and braking a special tread pattern and carcass. contact, control over the vehicle and braking system, such as brake pads and brake discs, ability, leading to serious personal injury or depends to a great extent on the individual driving The design features of this sports tire result death. style and the conditions of use and therefore in the following effects compared with other The reduced tire tread depth means that cannot be expressed in actual miles on the road. summer tires when used under normal there is an increased risk of aquaplaning on The values communicated by Porsche are based driving conditions: wet roads. on normal operation adapted to traffic. Wear – Sport tires have a smaller tread depth, and f When driving on wet or mud-covered roads re-increases considerably when the vehicle is driven thus can reach their wear limit sooner.duce speed significantly.on race tracks or through an aggressive driving As with all tires, the attainable mileage de- style. pends on the individual driving style and the Danger! f Please consult an authorized Porsche dealer conditions of use. about the current guidelines in effect before – Exercise caution when driving on wet roads, Risk of accident from worn tires.such use of your vehicle. paying special attention to hydroplaning situa-Sport tires have a smaller tread depth, and tions (stagnant water, puddles, lane grooves). thus can reach their wear limit sooner. Sport tires have a lower tread depth than nor-It is important to check tire wear frequently mal tires and you must therefore adapt speed to avoid risk of serious personal injury or accordingly when driving on wet surfaces.death from worn tires. f Check tire wear frequently. 4

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