The General Exclaim HPX A/S is an ultra-high performance all-season tire engineered for passenger cars, coupes, sedans, CUVs, and SUVs. It delivers a confident balance of high-performance dry and wet responsiveness with reliable traction in light snow conditions — all backed by an impressive 65,000-mile treadlife warranty on V-rated sizes.
StabiliTread Technology
General's proprietary StabiliTread technology creates a flatter, larger contact patch that distributes driving pressure more evenly across the full tread width. This reduces localized tread stress and helps resist irregular wear patterns, extending the usable life of the tire.
Interlocking Tread Block Design
The tread blocks are engineered to interlock when under load, working together to improve cornering response and reduce heat buildup — two key contributors to long-term tread durability and consistent high-speed performance.
Multi-Angle 3D Sipes
Specially placed multi-angle 3D sipes bite into the road surface to improve grip in wet, dry, and light winter conditions. These sipes enhance steering responsiveness and driving stability while maintaining firm road contact throughout the tire's life.
Wet Traction Grooves
Two straight and two zigzag circumferential grooves work in combination to channel water and slush away from the contact patch, significantly reducing the risk of hydroplaning and boosting wet-weather safety.
Visual Alignment Indicator (VIA)
Graduated depth markers on both shoulders of the tire allow drivers to visually detect vehicle misalignment as the tread wears. Catching alignment issues early helps prevent uneven wear and protects the life of the tire.
Replacement Tire Monitor (RTM)
A built-in visual wear indicator alerts the driver when the tire has reached the end of its service life and replacement is needed.
Key Specifications:
- Size: 225/50R17
- Service Description: 94V
- Load Index: 94 (1,477 lbs max load @ 51 PSI)
- Speed Rating: V
- Load Range: SL (Standard Load)
- UTQG: 700 A A (Treadwear / Traction / Temperature)
- Overall Diameter: 25.86 in.
- Section Width: 9.2 in.
- Tread Depth: 10 mm (~12.7/32 in.)
- Max Inflation Pressure: 51 PSI
- Rim Width Range: 6–8 in.
- Sidewall Style: Black Sidewall (BSW)
- Run Flat: No
- Mileage Warranty: 65,000 miles (V-rated) / 50,000 miles (W-rated)