The Tyre-Shoe Analogy

The Tyre-Shoe Analogy

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Editor’s Note: Tyres serve as the contact patch between our cars and the roads. Shoes do the same job for our feet. It some how crossed the minds of our friends at Tyrepac.com that the similarities between the two distinct products run a lot deeper than that. Here’s what they have to say…

Tyres vs Shoes

Tyres

  • Necessity for all vehicles to be able to move
  • Different brand and patterns available for different uses
  • Range from comfort, sports and performance
 Shoes

  • Necessity for everyone for walking and running
  • Different types and designs available for different uses and occasion
  • Range from casual, sports and function wear

Directional Tyres vs Sports Shoes

Directional pattern

directional

  • Performance-oriented tyre
  • “V-shaped” design
  • Good especially for wet performance
  • Noise level and comfort compromise

Our recommendation:

Directional pattern tyres are normally more suited for  drivers who wish to maximize the performance and handling of their vehicles, pushing their cars to the limit.

 Sports Shoessportshoe

  • Sporty and stylish designs
  • Provides good grip on dry and wet ground
  • “Performance” needed from the shoe

In our illustration, Sport Shoes are compared to directional pattern tyres, as they both provides good grip and have better looking designs.

Non-Directional vs Sandals/Slippers

Non-Directional pattern

nondirectional

  • Comfort and low noise oriented tyres
  • Suited for everyday use
  • Traction and handling suitable for drivers who do not exceed speed limits

Our recommendation:

Non-directional pattern tyres are more suited for the everyday driver, whose priorities are comfort and low noise when looking for a set of tyres.

 Sandals/ Slippers

slippers


  • Comfortable and easy to wear
  • Suited for everyday use (walking)
  • Should not be used for running or jumping, especially on wet grounds

In our illustration, Sandals and Slippers are compared to a set of non-directional pattern tyres. Both provide comfort and the minimum “grip” to move safely. However, both are not to be used for “speeding”

Asymmetric vs Flats

Asymmetric Pattern

asymmetric

  • European designed tyres
  • A mix of directional and non-directional pattern
  • Provides grip in the wet while at the same time also providing a certain amount of comfort for the driver

Our recommendation:

Asymmetric pattern tyres are designed for the driver who needs the grip while driving at high speed, but at the same time, to enjoy a comfortable ride during his day-to day driving. Tyres with this pattern are a compromise between performance and comfort.

 Flat Shoes

flat

  • Casual and comfortable to wear
  • Can be worn with formal wear if needed
  • Provides the comfort of casual wear without looking too sloppy

In our illustration, Flat Shoes are compared to a set of asymmetric pattern tyres. Both are a compromise between casual (comfort) and formal (performance). Both aims to provide the user the comfort of using them, at the same time can be used for other occasions when needed.


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