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THE PROTOURA SPORT Developed by Davanti
Protoura Sport is a bold and innovative tyre design which has been engineered to deliver extraordinary levels of performance. The pattern combines cutting-edge technological features and premium design to guarantee superior levels of grip, endurance and comfort - allowing the driver to be confident behind the wheel and focus on enjoying the ride.
SPORTY DRIVE
ENHANCED WATER DISPERSION
PRECISION CORNERING
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The unique combination of ultra-high performance and quality design offers motorists the ability and the drive to excel, whatever the destination. Protoura Sport balances the elements of both style and strength to achieve a tyre which is both unique in its sports performance, and professional in its technical capabilities.
QUICK STATS
5 independent testing organisations
15 85k rigorous testing disciplines
kilometres of testing terrain
ENGINEERED PERFORMANCE Get the endurance and
ENHANCED RIM PROTECTOR The enhanced rim protector safeguards both the wheel and
power you need to keep
tyre integrity from the
you on track. Developed
impacts of everyday use.
and tested with performance in mind, the Protoura Sport will set
MAXIMISED CONTACT PATCH
you in motion, and with
Providing high-speed stability
eye-catching style.
and assured on-centre steering response, the solid continuous centre rib transfers cornering
ENRICHED RUBBER COMPOUNDS With enriched rubber
forces to the tyre structure and maximises contact with the road.
compounds and advanced mould venting methods, Davanti has created a
HYDRO-DYNAMIC DIMPLES
smoother and cleaner
Hydro-dynamic dimples have
looking tyre.
been integrated to optimise water flow. The rhombus-shaped reliefs disrupt flow closest to the tyre surface, resulting in reduced drag and more efficient water evacuation.
ULTRA BLACK LASER ENGRAVING A seamless sidewall with high quality ultra-black, laser-engraved elements.
RIBBED & SERRATED BLOCK EDGES Under longitudinal force, ribbed and serrated block edges bite into the road and provide an efficiently focused braking force.
MODIFIED OUTER CHANNELS To minimise road noise output, the Protoura Sport’s outer channels have been engineered with constricted notches. These act as buffers that compress airflow and neutralise overlapping sound waves.
INNOVATIVE TRAPEZOID PROJECTIONS The inner groove also features innovative trapezoid projections that create low pressure zones, and aid the flow of water from the inner groove.
PURE PERFORMANCE
AUTÓDROMO INTERNACIONAL DO ALGARVE Protoura Sport has been developed using data gathered from Davanti Tyres’ partnership with the racing school at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão. The home of the Portuguese Formula One Grand
The Autódromo’s team of professional race drivers
Prix and one of the most technically challenging race
take Davanti tyres out on track every single day at
circuits in the world, the Autódromo has run its track
speeds over 250 km/h.
car fleet on Davanti tyres since 2017. Their fleet includes the Porsche Cayman S, Cayman Driver reports and performance data gathered over
718 S and 911 GT3, Honda Civic Type R, Mercedes AMG
this time were used to engineer and refine Protoura
E53, E63 S and AMG GT C.
Sport. The result being a UHP tyre which levels up Davanti’s UHP offering for the premium market.
MIGUEL PRAIA “Our drivers demand both performance and predictability as they push our vehicles to the limit. From very early in the testing of Protoura Sport, we knew it would allow us to get even more out of every car and give our drivers confidence to really push the limits at one of the world’s most technically demanding circuits. Even on our wet course, they stick like glue to the road and give the drivers complete confidence that they can handle the demands of our fleet of extremely powerful track cars. Protoura Sport is primarily a road tyre, but its design makes it equally at home on the track. We’re very proud to work with Davanti. It’s clear to us that in developing Protoura Sport, Davanti has produced one of the best tyres on the market for drivers of premium performance vehicles.”
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Having experienced them myself, hitting speeds of more than 250km/h on the track, I have to say as a former pro racer who truly understands the importance of tyres to the driving experience; Protoura Sport is easily amongst the best available in the market today.
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AIA Racing School Director and former World Superbike Racer
Miguel Praia • Former World Superbikes & World Supersport motorcycle racer • World-renowned track driver • Responsible for the track day experience at Portimão
PROVEN LONGEVITY Davanti submitted Protoura Sport to leading German testing agency Dekra for open-road wear testing over 20,000km on a mix of motorway and standard roads. Dekra’s evaluation of Protoura Sport was conducted using a premium vehicle manufacturer’s approved OE testing programme. The test vehicle was an Audi A4, carrying a driver, passenger, and 40kg load in both wet and dry conditions.
Fastest Wearing Point Projection
Laser mapping of Protoura Sport
Front Axle Average
40,385 km
25,094 miles
across the tread area, with
Rear Axle Average
76,214 km
47,357 miles
no concentration of wear
Overall Average
58,299 km
36,225 miles
showed that treadwear was even
at any point.
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PROVEN PERFORMANCE
DRY HANDLING (105%): This is where the reaction to steering input, cornering and rear axle stability are evaluated. This test assesses how tyres react to changes in direction and pace, and records test driver feedback on the overall dry surface driving experience.
Dry Handling 107%
DRY BRAKING (100%): Tests consist of driving a vehicle at 110 km/h, then applying the brakes. The distance covered by the car between 100 km/h and a complete stop is measured by ultra-precise GPS equipment. DRIVE PAST NOISE (102%): This is an output of a tyre’s external noise, measured in decibels (dB). Test vehicles pass a microphone which is required to be set up 7.5 m from the centre of the track and at a height of 1.2 m. The external tyre noise is measured as the vehicle passes at a speed of 80 km/h with the engine turned off.
105% 103% 101% Dry Braking
WET HANDLING (104%): This test is both objective and subjective. The objective test is a lap time on a wethandling circuit taking into account the tyre’s ability to transfer the car’s power to the road without losing control. The subjective test is focused on driver experience – the test driver provides an assessment of the safety, predictability and ease of driving experience.
99%
Wet Handling
97%
AQUAPLANING RESISTANCE (100%): Using GPS and precision-recording equipment, aquaplaning resistance is measured when the driven front wheel speed is 15% faster than the speed the vehicle is actually travelling at. The higher the speed, the better a tyre is at preventing aquaplaning. WET BRAKING (102%): On a heavily watered track the test vehicle is driven at a speed of 110 km/h before the brakes are applied. The distance covered by the car between 100 km/h and a complete stop is measured by ultra-precise GPS equipment.
Competitor Baseline
95% 93%
Drive Past Noise
Wet Braking
Aquaplaning Resistance
Test reference fitment: 245/40R18 carried out on a 2019 Audi RS5
THE PROTOURA SPORT DSP RUNFLAT Developed by Davanti
Featuring the same premium design and key performance elements of Protoura Sport, the Runflat product allows drivers to enjoy the thrill of the ride with the added assurance of run flat technology. Protoura Sport DSP Runflat has been extensively tested to ensure ISO 16992 for runflat performance is exceeded, while ensuring our trademark handling, longevity and reliability remains.
LOW NOISE
EXCEPTIONAL WET WEATHER GRIP
SPORTY DRIVE
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TRADITIONAL TRADITIONAL TYRE Traditional TYRE Tyre
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Deflated Deflated TyreTyre
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PROTOURA SPORT NEW DSP RUNFLAT TYRE PROTOURA SPORT NEW DSP RUNFLAT TYRE Integrated rim protection to prevent wheel damage. Self-supporting internal sidewall supports the weight of the vehicle and retains the tyre structure when it loses
Inflated TyreTyre Deflated TyreTyre Inflated Deflated air as a result of a puncture, allowing motorists to safely travel to a nearby garage or place of repair. Continued and safe operation
Lateral and transverse load support
at speeds of up to 50mph whilst
when operating at zero
deflating or deflated.
inflation pressure.
DEVELOPMENT & TESTING For a runflat tyre to be legally sold
Aquaplaning
standards, this test is conducted
in Europe, it must conform to the
Wet braking
by performing J-turns with a tyre
ECE Regulation 30 Annex 7. This
Dry braking
under zero inflation pressure.
requires tyres to pass a laboratory-
Wet handling
Protoura Sport DSP Runflat exceeds
controlled endurance test, running
the 50 km/h OE requirement.
on a steel drum for 60 minutes
These standard tests were
Protoura Sport DSP Runflat
without deflation. The tyre’s
performed on a BMW 3-Series
exceeds the 50 km/h level required
circumference must also remain
test vehicle, carrying a driver and
for many OE applications.
within set tolerance levels after the
passenger in both wet and dry
test to pass.
conditions.
The Protoura Sport DSP Runflat
RIM ROLL-OFF
not only passes this Drum Test,
The rim roll-off test applies
but exceeds the usual runflat tyre
lateral forces to a deflated tyre
testing requirements to ensure
to ensure it remains mounted to
the tyre reaches OE standards
the rim at speeds required for OE
for runflat technology. These additional tests are conducted
Protoura Sport DSP Runflat Rim Roll-Off Results Testing Vechicle: BMW 3 Series (G28) Test Km/h
PASSED
55 52 50
(PASS)
at Davanti’s European proving
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grounds, Applus+ IDIADA. The
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tyre is stringently firstly tested in a
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series of standard wet and dry tests
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under normal inflation, including:
40 35
Repeated Test
NOT PASSED
PASSED
Y
Y
U U U U U U U U
NOT PASSED
U U U U U U U U
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RPA SENSITIVITY TESTING
Sport DSP Runflat delivers top-
This test ensures compatibility with
tier safety, performance, and
vehicle tyre pressure monitoring
reliability beyond standard runflat
systems (RPA sensors) by verifying
expectations.
circumference variance between inflated and deflated states. Tested
POP-ON PRESSURE
using industry-leading methods,
Precise calibration of the tyre’s
Protoura Sport DSP Runflat remains
bead tension is essential to ensure
within sensor tolerance levels for
it remains on the rim, even when
accurate driver alerts. With these
driven in an uninflated state.
rigorous evaluations, Protoura
Davanti has ensured that Protoura Sport DSP Runflat is easy to mount and dismount, whilst still
Circumference Percentage Change 60%
wheel for reliable operation.
50%
Protoura Sport DSP Runflat has been tested using industry-leading
40%
equipment and methods, to ensure
30%
the tyre is well within the tolerance bounds of RPA sensors.
20% 10% 0%
maintaining sufficient force on the
60km/h
120km/h
Protoura Sport DSP Front Axle
OE Upper Limit
Protoura Sport DSP Rear Axle
OE Lower Limit
Davanti has collaborated with independent British automotive testing organisation, TREAD, in order to assess the tyre’s quality of performance and resilience.
INTRODUCING THE NEW PROTOURA SPORT EVO Developed by Davanti Unleash the full potential of your vehicle with the all-new Protoura Sport Evo. Designed for drivers who demand precision, exhilaration and unrivalled performance, Protoura Sport Evo sets a new benchmark in tyre technology, ensuring an exceptional driving experience in all conditions.
SPORTY DRIVE
ENHANCED WATER DISPERSION
PRECISION CORNERING
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Built on the standout success of the original Protoura Sport model, Protoura Sport Evo is the next-generation Davanti flagship tyre. Expertly engineered, this tyre pushes the boundaries of excellence even further to deliver superior performance.
Protoura Sport Evo enhances wet and dry handling performance, offering outstanding grip, water dispersion and braking capabilities. Designed to inspire confidence on the road, Protoura Sport Evo ensures ultimate control in every driving scenario.
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SETTING NEW BENCHMARKS
DEKRA is a world-renowned automotive safety and evaluation organisation which operates in more than 60 countries across the globe. Its broad range of services include vehiclemanufacturer homologation testing, safety consultancy and product certification.
Protoura Sport is the flagship in Davanti’s UHP offering and the culmination of years of comprehensive testing,
Home to the Davanti European Development Centre, Applus IDIADA boasts some of the best summer testing facilities in the world. Protoura Sport has been stringently tested at these proving grounds and is continuously subjected to benchmark development regimes that progressively harness product performance capabilities and enable the tyre to perform at the top of its class.
research and development. Davanti Tyres has collaborated with independent, world-leading test organisations and proving facilities in order to achieve a new product benchmark for its ultra
TÜV SÜD is a global leader in testing, certification and verification services across a wide range of manufacturing and engineering disciplines, from automotive to aerospace, and medical to defence. Protoura Sport has been independently tested by TÜV SÜD at its Papenburg proving ground to ensure both the efficiency and safety of its wet grip and rolling resistance labelling scores. While realising exacting tests, the organisation also benchmarked Protoura Sport against leading rival brands in key subjective and objective criteria; braking and handling in wet and dry conditions, aquaplaning resistance and high-speed durability.
high-performance range.
TREAD is an independent testing organisation which has collaborated with the world’s most premium vehicle and tyre manufacturers. For more than 20 years, the group has provided automotive manufacturers with invaluable feedback for achieving top-level performance. Since 2017, TREAD has been commissioned by Davanti to manage its product testing schemes and prototype development. These processes are visible through the honing of the new Protoura Sport; a design which offers the perfect balance of manoeuvrability, longevity, safety and performance.
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A revolutionary tyre range where style meets performance. The Protoura Sport range maximises vehicle potential with superior grip, control, and confidence in all conditions.
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