tyre tests Dunlop Sport Maxx RT:
2014
ACE
225/45 R17
highly recommended
2
2013
ADAC
225/45 R17
good
3
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Dunlop SportMaxx RT is a tyre for demanding drivers who appreciate the highest driving quality and uncompromising performance in any situation. This model is designed for fast sports cars, and especially those with high-engine power.
This model is equipped with an asymmetric tread, which makes it achieve excellent performances both on dry and wet roads. The centre rib improves steering precision and an asymmetric distribution of grooves allows grip to be maintained, even on very wet surfaces. All this makes the Dunlop SportMaxx RT perform perfectly and dynamically not only on a straight road, but also when cornering too.
The flat tread pattern provides a greater tread-to-road footprint, which translates into more perfect traction and more precise steering. This tyre is equipped with a system to protect the rim so the Dunlop SportMaxx RT doesn't deform during accidental kerb collisions. A rubber compound of silica allows an increase in acceleration and a reduction in rolling resistance, which boosts fuel economy.
This tyre was designed for sporty and dynamic driving, so it has better control when cornering, a quick response to driver inputs, and an excellent performance on wet surfaces. All this makes the Dunlop SportMaxx RT satisfy drivers who like to drive at high speeds.
Dunlop's history dates back to 1888, when John Dunlop invented and patented the first pneumatic tyre. Currently, the British brand is owned by Goodyear, which also manages brands such as Fulda, Sava, Arrowspeed.