Hankook plans to release a new tire lineup dubbed “iON” made specifically for electric vehicles. The tires will be launched this year. They are designed to reduce rolling resistance and perform well with heavy and high torque vehicles. The tire manufacturer will produce Hankook tires in sizes ranging from 18 to 22 inches. These will […]
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In a new development, Nexen Tire America, Inc., announced that it has developed a new AI-based tire performance prediction system. The system employs machine learning in the design stage to preempt performance parameters more quickly and precisely. This includes parameters such as noise, handling, fuel efficiency, and stopping distance. Nexen tire is currently a world […]
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Michelin has suspended a supply contract with the Aeroflot PJSC for airplane tires and plans to shut down operations at a factory near Moscow. This comes as another blow to Russia’s aviation industry and car tire production. About 1% of Michelin’s global production takes place in Russia. The company earns 2% of its revenue from […]
Michelin came under scrutiny last weekend for switching the standard construction rear tire with an older design used in 2019. The decision was made due to the challenges the manufacturer faced at the Mandalika Bay circuit. The main challenge was extremely high track temperatures during a three-day test at the venue. Piero Taramasso said that […]
Continental Tire recently announced a new high-performance tire built for the 2022 Extreme E season. It is made using material obtained from recycled PET bottles. Continental claims that the tire boasts improved reliability and performance. By using renewable and recycled materials, the company has greatly increased the sustainability of the second-generation CrossContact Extreme E tire. […]
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Consumers that purchase a set of four (4) qualifying passenger tires from March 1 to April 30 stand a chance to receive a $70 Visa Prepaid Card. The qualifying General tires include the G-MAX AS05, G-MAX RS, and AltiMAX RT43. The G-MAX AS05 is an all-season, dynamic, ultra-high performance tire for crossovers and passenger cars. […]
Hankook Tire is set to provide the Dynapro HP2 for the 2022 INFINITI QX60. The tire is available in size 255/50R20 and will be produced at the company’s plant in Clarksville, Tennessee. The Dynapro HP2 optimizes comfort and offers a quiet ride that’s perfect for a new luxury SUV. It’s an all-season tire with a […]
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Hankook Tire will remain the exclusive partner for the single-seater formula in the W Series. This marks the third year of cooperation between Hankook and the Series. All the cars will feature the Ventus Race tire and will compete in more than eight Formula One weekends this year. The tire manufacturer has been a partner […]
The N’Fera AU7 UHP all-season Nexen tire will come as original equipment on the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta that’s designated for the U.S. market. The Jetta features an updated engine and new exterior features that enhance its technology and performance. There are two tire options available for the Volkswagen Jetta, the 205/60R16H and 205/55R17H. These will […]
Today, you’ll find Michelin’s lineup of summer performance tires on almost every luxury car. In a recent development, the company announced the release of the Pilot Sport 5. This is an update of the Pilot Sport 4 summer tire. The new version has a number of upgrades to ensure it performs better on sports cars […]