Assurance MaxGuard also delivers 2-in-1 protection with grip protection delivered by a new compound with increased silica content, and a robust carcass with higher cord density for impact protection. Assurance Maxguard also has an improved cavity shape and increased tread edges for improved water evacuation. Improved Treadwear 39% treadwear improvement*. Increased tread depth by 10%*. New compound with increased wear resistance *vs. Assurance TripleMax 2 ActiveGrip Technology New tread compound with 80% more silica than Assurance TripleMax 2 Increased number of tread edges* allowing more water evacuation channels Optimised cavity shape to increase contact patch by 10%* *vs. Assurance TripleMax 2 DuraGuard Technology Robust carcass configuration with higher cord density and strength to help protect against cuts and impacts *vs. Assurance TripleMax 2 DuraGuard Technology Robust carcass configuration with higher cord density and strength to help protect against cuts and impacts"