The Ultrac Pro is Vredestein's Max Performance Summer tire purpose-built for drivers of sports cars, coupes, and luxury vehicles looking for high speed thrills and precise handling in both dry and wet environments. The Ultrac Pro, like all Max Performance Summer tires, is not intended to be serviced, stored nor driven in near- and below-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
Utilizing a high-silica tread compound designed for traction and speed and molded into an asymmetric pattern, the Ultrac Pro blends performance with comfort. The sidewall design features a special flexible zone built to cushion the ride alongside adjustments to the tire's contour and AI-sequenced tread pitch to reduce noise so drivers can focus on a smooth journey. Taking advantage of both a low-void outboard shoulder and angled tread blocks that are designed to minimize deformation in cornering, the Ultrac Pro is made for hanging on through turns. On the inboard side, the wide, circumferential grooves flow water straight through the contact patch to fight hydroplaning and maintain performance.
Engineered to be stylish outside, with a unique "Chrono" sidewall design, and performance focused inside, the Ultrac Pro features a two-ply, rayon casing for strength and durability. Twin wide, steel belts join the nylon reinforcement ply for lightweight, yet dependable performance at the highest echelons of speed. The Ultrac Pro features dedicated all-wheel and rear-axle variations, with the all-wheel version focused on precise steering using a lower belt angle compared to the lower void ratio and wider belt angle on the rear-axle design.
Note: Tires exposed to temperatures of 20 degrees F (-7 degrees C) or lower must be permitted to gradually return to temperatures of at least 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) for at least 24 hours before they are flexed in any manner, such as by adjusting inflation pressures, mounting them on wheels, or using them to support, roll or drive a vehicle. Flexing of the specialized rubber compounds used in Max Performance Summer tires during cold-weather use can result in irreversible compound cracking. While compound cracking is not a warrantable condition because it occurs as the result of improper use or storage, tires exhibiting compound cracking must be replaced.
When these two wildly popular summer performance categories go head-to-head, it gives us a deeper look into what truly separates them. That helps you find the best tire for what you prioritize, whether that be on-road comfort with sporty handling or if you’ll trade off some manners for even more handling. In a packed field, with new products and first-time tires in our revamped testing platform, there were sure to be some surprises…and there were! And as always starting in 2025, you’ll see last year’s results added into the mix to see where they all stand.
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(102)Tire Category: Max Performance Summer
| Best in Category |
| Miles Reported |
| Recommended |
| Treadwear |
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
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| 98% |
| 260K |
| 8.7 - Excellent |
| 8.8 - Excellent |
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| 9.1 - Excellent |
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| N/A |
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| 8.9 - Excellent |
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| 8.0 - Good |
Ratings highlight excellence in dry traction, with scores often reaching 9-10 for confident grip and responsive handling in summer conditions. Wet traction earns consistent praise (8-10), with strong hydroplaning resistance and reliable wet-road stability. Comfort scores (7-10) reflect a refined, quiet ride, though a few note slightly firmer feedback at higher speeds. Treadwear ratings (7-10) suggest durable performance for a summer tire, with many users reporting minimal wear even after extended use. As a max performance summer tire, it excels in its intended categories, balancing sharp dynamics with everyday usability, making it a standout choice for drivers prioritizing dry and wet traction without sacrificing comfort.
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When these two wildly popular summer performance categories go head-to-head, it gives us a deeper look into what truly separates them. That helps you find the best tire for what you prioritize, whether that be on-road comfort with sporty handling or if you’ll trade off some manners for even more handling. In a packed field, with new products and first-time tires in our revamped testing platform, there were sure to be some surprises…and there were! And as always starting in 2025, you’ll see last year’s results added into the mix to see where they all stand.
Read the Full Test Report
We understand that tire performance categories can be confusing. You want an all-season tire, but there are several all-season categories; how do you know which one is right for you? You want a summer tire, but again, which summer category? In this special demonstration, we took six all-season tires from three all-season categories and three summer tires from two summer categories to lay it out for you. Category-leading tires from the Standard Touring All-Season, Grand Touring All-Season, Ultra High Performance All-Season, Max Performance Summer, and Extreme Performance Summer categories are tested so you can see exactly what each "step up" gets you as a driver and what trade-offs were made along the way.
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Max Performance Summer Tires are purpose-built for the drivers of sports cars, coupes, and luxury vehicles looking to maximize summer performance. The Vredestein Ultrac Pro blends these capabilities while also retaining comfort and civility.
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