Hankook Tire & Technology Co. Ltd. reported second-quarter 2025 tire-division sales of $1.7 billion, up 8.4% year over year. Operating profit for the tire division reached $249.1 million. Company-wide, Hankook posted $3.8 billion in sales and $254.3 million in overall operating profit for the quarter. Replacement and OE Growth Hankook said momentum came from strong […]
Category Archives: Hankook Resources
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Jul
Hankook Tire will equip its premium Ventus S1 evo 3 ev tyres on the new Porsche Macan all-electric vehicle. The specially designed summer tyres have been developed in a unique way and will be fitted ex works in 235/55R20Y XL sizes on the front axle and 285/45R20Y XL on the rear, with an exclusive ‘Neo’ […]
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Jul
Hankook Tire is boosting its presence in the electric vehicle market by introducing a new tire in its iON product range. The newly launched iON HT is specifically designed for light commercial vehicles and large electric SUVs, meeting the unique needs of heavier EV models. The “HT” in its name means “Highway-Terrain.” According to Hankook, […]
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Jacob Pacheco Clinches Victory at 2025 NorCal Stampede with Hankook Dynapro MT2 Tires
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Jun
Jun
Pro off-road driver Jacob Pacheco, behind car #4812, won a convincing first-place overall at the 2025 MetalCloak NorCal Stampede, opening the Ultra4 West Regional Championship season on a positive note. The event, held at Prairie City SVRA in Rancho Cordova, California, saw Pacheco dominate the competition in the 4800 “Legends” class by taking advantage of […]
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May
As the World Rally Championship starts a demanding run of gravel rallies, Hankook has revealed that it will debut an upgraded tire at Rally Portugal, specifically designed for the brutal Rally1 class. The upgrade is a reflection of the tire manufacturer’s ongoing emphasis on durability as it prepares to take over from Pirelli as the […]
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Apr
Hankook Tire & Technology has confirmed it will be the official tire supplier for Hyundai’s upcoming flagship electric SUV, the Ioniq 9. The Korean tire manufacturer will equip the vehicle with its latest all-season electric vehicle tire, the iON evo AS SUV, marking another strategic collaboration between the two automotive leaders. Engineered for the Electric […]
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Hankook Tire showcased its latest innovation in the truck and bus radial (TBR) tire segment at the 2025 TMC Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition in Nashville, TN. Hankook also announced significant development on its expansion of the Tennessee manufacturing facility, emphasizing its commitment to building up capacity for production in the U.S. A Strong […]
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Feb
Feb
Hankook Tire has announced the promotion of Kyuwang (Ken) Cho to the position of Senior Vice President of PCLT Sales and Marketing at its North America headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee. The appointment took effect on February 1, 2025. In his new role, Cho will oversee various key areas, including marketing strategy, technical services, Canadian marketing […]
Team Real Racing, representing Team Falken, achieved an impressive second-place finish at the challenging Desert Showdown, a prestigious event in the Legacy Racing Association Series. The competition took place on a demanding 250-mile course designed to test both skill and endurance. Michael Scafuto and Brady Kelly, behind the wheel of their Trophy Truck outfitted with […]
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Dec
For the past ten years, Hankook Tire has been at the forefront of analyzing the driving habits of Americans through its comprehensive Tire Gauge Index. This annual survey provides a deep dive into evolving trends, including the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), advancements in car technology, and changing attitudes toward vehicle maintenance. As the longest-running […]