Off-road tyres (often just referred to as ‘mud’ tyres) have specially designed tread patterns with wider grooves for improved traction on soft surfaces such as mud, sand, snow, water or sand. Stronger reinforced sidewalls give more resistance to punctures and general damage. Off road vehicles are usually heavier and taller than average cars so tyres need to work harder and be tougher. The load rating on the sidewall and the rim size should be higher than a road vehicle tyre, and in general they will be less fuel efficient and produce more noise, with a much better wet grip.