NOT FOR HIGHWAY USE: All Hoosier Racing Tires, including those marked DOT, are designed solely for racing on designated surfaces. They are not to be used on public roads. DOT tires meet Department of Transportation standards for marking and performance, but are NOT SUITABLE FOR HIGHWAY USE. Operating them on public roads is unsafe, potentially leading to loss of traction, vehicle control, or tire pressure, causing crashes and SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH.