Continental 03457640000 VikingContact 8 275/50R22 115T XL Winter Tire

The Continental VikingContact 8 is a studless ice and snow winter tire engineered for passenger cars, crossovers, and SUVs — including hybrid and electric vehicles. Built around Continental's PolarPlus+ Technology, the specialized tread compound stays flexible in cold temperatures to deliver enhanced grip, confident braking, and reliable performance on snow, ice, slush, and wet winter roads. The tire carries both the Ice Grip and 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbols, certifying it meets severe winter service requirements.

Key Features:

• Three-Layer Sipe Technology — Multi-layered sipes provide biting edges across a wide range of winter surfaces, while wider sipes form snow pockets for improved snow-on-snow traction
• PolarPlus+ Nordic Tread Compound — Next-generation compound minimizes tire deformation in cold temperatures, reducing rolling resistance for a smooth, energy-efficient ride and improved EV battery range
• Advanced Pattern Design — Optimized interaction between the tire footprint and lateral grooves significantly reduces road noise, earning an "A" noise rating across all sizes
• EV-Compatible (EVc) — Reinforced construction handles the higher torque and weight loads associated with electric and hybrid vehicles
• M+S and 3PMSF Certified — Meets the severe snow service requirements of the USTMA and the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC)
• XL (Extra Load) Rated — Higher load capacity suitable for larger SUVs and crossovers

This 275/50R22 size features a 115T service description, an XL load range, and a black sidewall (BSW) finish. With no UTQG rating (standard for dedicated winter tires), the VikingContact 8 is purpose-built for maximum cold-weather performance rather than all-season wear estimates.