Just like WRC on gravel cars have narrow tires. This video proves narrow tires have shorter brake distance. I always buy winter tires one size down and narrower. The winter tires on my Corolla is 195/60R15.

 

I’ve always thought that you will have longer braking distance no matter what. You can never see black ice.

Although, a WRC has dual caliper in the front to help slow down. In the real world, no corolla except for the GR corolla has a dual piston caliper set up to help slow it down and awd.

 

When I had to drive nearly every day I had Nokian Hakkapeliitta tires and they were unbelievable, especially when brand new. ABS wouldn't even engage on black ice. Best winter tires I ever owned for ice/snow traction.

If you live somewhere that has a lot of black ice long enough, you do begin to see it. Especially after a few falls! Even if you can't see it, you know it's out there based on the conditions if you're paying attention, but most drivers are too cheap to pay attention these days.