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Tire Patterns
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The different Tire Patterns for Car and 4x4 Tires are as follows:
Car Tires
Normal
Normal Tire
Directional
Directional Tire
Asymmetrical
Asymmetrical Tire
Normal - An everyday type tire for around town and touring. Usually a more comfortable ride.
Directional - Generally a performance type tire. Good steering response and handling but a firmer ride.
Asymmetrical - Generally a performance type tire. Good steering response and especially cornering.
4x4 Tires
4x4 Tires is further classified into HT,AT and MT;

HT - Highway Terrain. Recommended for highway or tarmac driving. Usually a quieter drive.
AT - All Terrain. Dual purpose. Can be used for highway, tarmac and off-road driving.
MT - Mud Terrain. For off-road driving. Not recommended for highway or tarmac driving.

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