Nippon Goodyear KK has announced the domestic launch of two new Goodyear tires: the Eagle F1 Supersport, an ultrahigh-performance tire, and the EfficientGrip Performance 2, a high-performance comfort tire. Sales of the Eagle F1 SuperSport are set to begin on March 1, with the tire being offered in a total of 20 sizes ranging 18–21 inches. The EfficientGrip Performance 2...
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Sumitomo Rubber Launches New Tire With Improved Wet Performance for Light Trucks & Buses
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO:5110) has announced plans to roll out the Dunlop SP LT22 starting March 1. A new all-season tire offering significantly improved all-round wet performance for light trucks and buses, the SP LT22 will be available in a total of 20 sizes, allowing it to be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. The new tire promises...
Michelin Japan to Launch Two New Sports Touring Tires for Motorcycles
Nihon Michelin Tire Co. Ltd. intends to start offering two new sports touring tires – the Michelin Road 6 and Michelin Road 6 GT – in Japan from Feb. 16. The tires will come in seven front sizes and 11 rear sizes, making for a total of 18 sizes available. These products are the latest in the Michelin Road series,...
Sumitomo Rubber Plans Global Launch of New Flagship Tire for Premium Vehicles
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO: 5110) is targeting a March 1 launch for the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060+, a new flagship tire designed to bring out the full potential of premium vehicles. This tire will be released with open pricing in a wide lineup of 58 sizes. Sales will begin in Japan, followed by the Middle East, Central and...
Yokohama Rubber Plans Japanese Launch for New Eco-Friendly Tire With Broad Compatibility
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) recently announced that it is planning a staged domestic launch of the BluEarth-Es ES32, a standard tire that offers excellent fuel efficiency and economy, starting Oct. 1. The tire will be offered in a total of 92 sizes – ranging from 245/40R19 94W to 135/80R12 68S – and will be compatible with a wide selection...
Yokohama Rubber Develops New and Improved Studless Winter Tire for Trucks, Buses
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) has announced a domestic launch for the 904W, a new studless winter tire for trucks and buses. Set to be made available this September from Yokohama tire distributors across Japan, the new tire will be offered in a total of 14 sizes, ranging from 295/80R22.5 to 215/70R17.5. Designed for overall performance, the 904W not only...