Yokohama has released the Avid Ascend, which the tiremaker said features a breakthrough orange oil compound that results in a perfect balance of extended treadlife, all-season handling and great fuel economy. The tire features a rounded footprint for long, even wear and traction; an interlocking, tapered center rib for stability and even wear; adaptive 3D siping across the entire tread face to increase block rigidity and improve all-season traction; deep circumferential grooves and cross grooves to evacuate water efficiently and add grip for winter driving; cross supporting shoulder blocks that aid both traction and handling; tread block “bridges” to help reduce tread squirm for even wear and reduced road noise; and a multi-pitch tread design to reduce noise. The Avid Ascend is available in 45 sizes.