"Grippier tires" refers to tires that have a better grip or traction on the road, making it easier for the vehicle to maintain control and avoid slipping or skidding. Full definition
It has pretty grippy tires, a low center of gravity, and a rearward weight bias, but the key to its speed is its 1327 - pound weight - just 40 percent of the Porsche's. (automobilemag.com)
Stability control and four - wheel disc brakes with ABS are standard, though grippier tires would help both handling and braking. (automobilemag.com)
When our early outings to GingerMan Raceway revealed that the standard 205 / 50VR -16 rubber was quite clumsy due to its tall and flexible sidewall, the need for grippier tires took on a new sense of urgency. (automobilemag.com)