Direzza Z2

The Dunlop Direzza Z2 is an extreme performance summer tire engineered for the serious driving enthusiast. It's designed to deliver race tire-like traction for spirited street driving, track days, autocross events, and drifting. This tire caters to drivers who demand the highest levels of grip and handling in warm, dry conditions.

The Direzza Z2 distinguishes itself with exceptional cornering grip, stability, and quick steering response. Its directional tread pattern features a continuous center rib and massive shoulders, creating a rigid design that enhances dry grip and handling while promoting even wear. Two wide circumferential grooves efficiently channel water, while angled independent grooves direct water away from the contact patch to improve wet traction.

Dunlop's construction incorporates JointLess Band (JLB) Technology, spirally winding polyamide cord over twin steel belts for enhanced strength, ride uniformity, and high-speed capability. Two-ply polyester sidewalls resist lateral deflection, contributing to responsive handling and cornering stability. The tire's True Circle Profile distributes deflection forces along the sidewall, providing the driver with enhanced control and communication of tire performance limits.

Compared to its predecessor, the Direzza Z1 Star Spec, the Z2 offers improved dry and wet traction. It holds its own against competitors in the extreme performance summer tire category, such as the BFGoodrich g-Force Rival, Bridgestone RE-11, and Yokohama Neova AD08R. The Direzza Z2, with a UTQG treadwear rating of 200, prioritizes maximum grip and handling over longevity. As a summer tire, the Dunlop Direzza Z2 is not intended for use in near-freezing temperatures, snow, or ice.