Yokohama Rubber has decided to discontinue the supply of kart tires at the end of December 2022. The company began supplying kart tires in 2001 for both the Japanese and overseas markets. With a wide range of products, from tires for kart races sanctioned by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF) and the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) International Karting Commission...
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO:5110) recently launched a new racing kart tire, the Dunlop KE-1. Compatible with not only regular but also electric karts, the KE-1 provides a good balance of steering stability, grip and long life. Available since April 1, the tire comes in two sizes and has open pricing. With the push for carbon neutrality now making its...
Bridgestone Corp. (TYO:5108) recently announced that it intends to stop kart tire production at its Kurume Plant in Kyushu by the end of 2022. Since beginning supply of kart tires in 1977, Bridgestone has handled development, production and sales for these both domestically and abroad. In Japan, the company has focused on kart tires accredited by the Japan Automobile Federation;...
