sSumitomo Rubber is in March launching the Falken e.Ziex after-market EV tire in the European market, where the shift to EVs is rapidly advancing. The tire is the company’s second production EV tire, following the Dunlop e.Sport Maxx, which was launched for the Chinese market last year, and boasts the highest level of fuel efficiency (electricity cost). The e.Ziex uses Advanced 4D...
Michelin Japan has on March 30 begun selling X Multi Energy Z, a fuel-efficient tire for truck buses. The size is 275/80R22.5. The product is a tire developed for heavy-duty medium- and long-distance vehicles. It is a fuel-efficient tire that combines the long-life performance of Michelin technology with the low rolling resistance performance of a new compound to achieve sustainable...
Sumitomo Rubber has begun selling Dunlop Geomax Enduro EN91EX tires on March 15 for hard enduro competitions, which have been gaining momentum around the world in recent years. The product is available in one rear size (140/80-18 70M tube type: not for public road use). Based on the Geomax Enduri EN91, which has been well-received as an enduro competition tire,...
The Japan Automobile Tyre Manufacturers Association (JATMA) has recently confirmed that the project for restoring Kama City to its original state through the removal of waste tires has been completed. JATMA decided on January 7, 2022 to grant support funds of 17.1 million yen ($128,000) to the city, receiving a letter of appreciation for its support. The association removed 250.14...
Continental Tire Japan will in April 2023 launch the PremiumContact 7 performance comfort tire, developed with a focus on maximum safety. The product will be available in 15 sizes ranging from 17 to 19 inches, and will be expanded gradually. The PremiumContact 7 adopts tailor-made construction according to vehicle size, weight, and drive system to accommodate a wide range of...
Sumitomo Rubber has developed a race tire with a sustainable raw material ratio of 38%, using biomass and recycled raw materials. The tire utilizes natural rubber, raw materials derived from natural sources, and materials recycled from recycled steel. Compared to conventional race tires, this tire uses a higher percentage of sustainable raw materials. The tires have been installed on the...
