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Goodyear Japan Announces Domestic Launch of Two New High-Performance Tires

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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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