The Maxxis Premitra HP5 is the brand’s offering for those who drive high-performance vehicles like sports cars or highly-tuned passenger cars. It boasts a Silica Threat Compound with a center rib pattern which the brand claims to improve high speed stability and handling performance. With these, the Premitra HP5 also helps improve braking on wet and dry surfaces, increasing the level of safety in the process..
The Maxxis Mecorta ME3, on the other hand, is suited for small to large size passenger cars. With its rubber compound made using Nano Science Technology, this tire boasts enhanced performance in terms of grip, comfort, and low rolling resistance. For safety, it presents a new 3D sipe techn9ology that stays open when in contact with the road, thus reducing the risk of hydroplaning.
For those who drive pickups or SUVs, Maxxis offers the Bravo HPM3. This tire has the same center rib pattern found on the Premitra HP5. This means that it can hold notable levels of stability at high speed. The difference though is that the Bravo HPM3 has better all-weather capabilities, and wider grooves that help reduce hydroplaning.
Lastly, there’s the Maxxis RAZR MT772 (pronounced as “rayzer”). Beyond its rather cool-sounding product name, this tire enhances the look and riding feel of 4x4 vehicle designed for off-road use. It’s got this unique thread and sidewall design that optimizes grip and flexibility.
To prove all these high points, James Deakin embarked on a mission to test the real-world capabilities of Maxxis tires. Below are a couple of videos called Maxxis PitStops that showcase Maxxis tires in action against a variety of driving conditions.
Photos by Randolph de Leon, videos by Paolo Lesaca
