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Toyo Tires Unveils New Proxes Sport 2

2024-10-30T16:09:34+00:00

Toyo Tires’ new Proxes Sport 2 is designed to bring enhanced handling and traction to modern sports cars, CUVs, and SUVs across gas, hybrid, and electric platforms. This updated Max Performance summer tire focuses on improved control and response, featuring a re-engineered tread compound and casing that offers better wet and dry grip, shorter braking distances, and improved stability over the previous Proxes Sport model.

The Proxes Sport 2’s dual-silica tread compounds play a central role in this update, with an inner compound that adjusts to various road surfaces for consistent grip and an outer compound that resists deformation to support cornering. The asymmetric tread design helps maintain consistent road contact, which improves traction during acceleration, braking, and turns, while also contributing to a quieter, smoother ride for daily driving.

With over 75 sizes between 17 and 22 inches, the Proxes Sport 2 is set to be released in February 2025. The lineup includes fitments for models like the Audi SQ5, BMW M Models, Tesla Model X, and Toyota Supra GR. Offering a 25,000-mile treadwear warranty and a 45-day trial, Toyo aims to meet the needs of drivers seeking precision and versatility in a tire built for a wide range of performance vehicles.

For more information, visit ToyoTires.com

Yokohama Tire GEOLANDAR M/T G003 SxS

2024-10-29T15:20:20+00:00

Yokohama Tire brings serious off-road performance to side-by-side (SxS) drivers with the new GEOLANDAR M/T G003 SxS, now available in U.S. markets in 15- to 17-inch wheel sizes. The G003 SxS is built to give SxS drivers the confidence they need for tackling rugged trails. They've taken the proven durability and traction of their GEOLANDAR M/T G003 and re-engineered it for SxS machines.

Key features of the G003 SxS are designed specifically for off-road durability:

Built-in Protection:
Yokohama’s GEO-SHIELD technology employs multi-layered sidewall construction, a full nylon cap, and high turn-up carcass, helping the tire stay planted even under the most punishing conditions.

Lateral Impact Defense:
With reinforced sidewall armor, the G003 SxS not only looks aggressive but is built to withstand sidewall damage from rocks and rough terrain, keeping your rig protected.

Optimized Traction Design:
A balanced void-to-lug ratio delivers consistent grip across loose dirt, mud, and gravel, while mud and stone ejectors clear debris for uninterrupted traction.

Long-Lasting Compound:
A high-density compound reduces the likelihood of cuts and chips, ensuring long tread life for more time out on the trails.

The GEOLANDAR M/T G003 SxS is built to meet the demands of today’s off-road enthusiasts, bringing Yokohama’s renowned off-road durability and trail-ready toughness to the SxS world.

For more information, visit YokohamaTire.com

Sailun's RoadX RXFrost FX11 Winter Tire Hits the US Market

2024-09-18T19:52:34+00:00

Sailun Tire USA has officially launched the RoadX RXFrost FX11 winter tire for drivers across the U.S., bringing a tire that's already proven its capabilities in the harsh Canadian winters since 2022. The RXFrost FX11 is studdable and designed to tackle extreme conditions, offering reliable grip and handling in snow, ice, and slush. According to Scott Bishop, VP of Sales for Sailun Tire USA, the tire's advanced siping technology and proprietary compound help reduce braking distances and enhance performance when it matters most.

“The RX Frost FX11 offers exceptional handling and traction to keep you safe in the most severe winter conditions. The advanced siping reduces braking distances while the proprietary compound ensures this tire consistently delivers the grip and performance you can depend on," he says. "Superior winter performance, advanced winter compound, and optimal wet/slush traction when you need it. We are delighted with the early results and performance of this tire!”

Available in 41 sizes for cars, SUVs, and trucks, the RXFrost FX11 is set to expand its lineup with 19 more sizes by 2025. This tire is ready to meet the needs of drivers looking for dependable winter performance, whether it's for a daily commute or navigating more challenging terrains.

For more information, visit RoadXTireUSA.com

Nitto Tire Canada Introduces Motivo 356 High-Performance All-Weather Tire

2024-09-03T20:12:27+00:00

Nitto Tire Canada introduces the next evolution in all-season, high-performance tires with the release of the Nitto Motivo 365. Designed for drivers who demand year-round reliability without compromising on performance, the Motivo 365 sports the coveted 3-peak mountain snowflake symbol, ensuring it’s ready for the challenges of true four-season driving.

Positioned as a hybrid between traditional all-season and dedicated winter tires, the Motivo 365 bridges the gap with a unique tread design that delivers superior ice and snow traction compared to standard all-season options while offering longer tread life than winter tires. Plus, it’s backed by a solid 100,000 km mileage warranty, underscoring its durability and reliability.

The tire’s asymmetric tread design is the secret sauce, with the inner tread optimized for winter traction and the outer tread engineered for all-season performance. High sipe density and horizontal grooves on the inside work overtime to channel snow, slush, and water, ensuring enhanced grip in slippery conditions. Meanwhile, a specialized silica compound keeps the tire pliable in cold weather, maintaining grip when it matters most.

On the outside, staggered blocks are tuned to minimize road noise, delivering a quiet and comfortable ride that doesn’t sacrifice performance. And for those who value precision, the stiff sidewall construction offers responsive handling that keeps you in control, no matter the road conditions. The Nitto Motivo 365 is tailored for drivers who seek a blend of sleek design, comfort, and all-weather dependability, making it the go-to choice for year-round performance.

Available in various V and W speed-rated fitments, the Motivo 365 caters to sedans, coupes, SUVs, and crossovers, with sizes ranging from 17-inch to 20-inch rims.

For more information, visit NittoTires.ca

Falken's Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core EV Tire

2024-07-23T16:19:59+00:00

Falken Tires, part of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. in Japan, has unveiled a new tire aimed at the EV market: the Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core. This Ultra-High Performance All-Season tire leverages Falken’s Silent Core technology, specifically crafted for the needs of electric vehicles. By incorporating a foam insert along the backside of the tire tread, Silent Core significantly minimizes tire cavity noise, offering a quieter, more comfortable driving experience. Falken's engineers used tire noise simulation for precise development and placement of this technology.

The FK460 A/S Silent Core builds on the foundation of Falken’s award-winning Advanced 4D Nano Technology. This innovation delivers a rubber compound that balances high performance, all-season traction, and long tread life. Maintaining the intricate tread pattern of the original FK460, the FK460 A/S Silent Core includes features like emerging grooves and interlocking sipes to enhance stability in adverse weather while reducing air channeling noise. Additionally, the Canyon Groove Technology boosts braking performance on snowy roads.

“We’re excited to bring this tire to the market,” said Tsuyoshi Johnson, Falken’s Director of Product Planning. “Our team has worked hard to ensure the FK460 A/S Silent Core matches the performance drivers expect from the Azenis FK460, with the added benefit of a quieter ride. We believe this tire achieves those goals and more.”

The Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core is designed for a range of popular electric vehicles, including the Audi E-Tron S, Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, Genesis GV60 & GV70, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Lucid Motors Air, Mercedes-Benz EQS, Nissan Ariya, Polestar 2, and Tesla Models 3, S, X, and Y.

With an initial rollout of 16 sizes and rim options ranging from 18 to 22 inches, the FK460 A/S Silent Core comes with a 50,000-mile limited tread life warranty and Falken's Road Hazard Protection, offering drivers reliable performance season after season.

“Introducing the FK460 A/S Silent Core to our lineup supports the growing number of EVs on the road,” said Rick Brennan, Falken's Vice President of Strategic Planning. “We understand that EV drivers value a quiet, comfortable ride, and with the all-season capability of the FK460, we ensure our customers stay safe and confident behind the wheel.”

Toyo Tires Proxes Sport A/S+ Ultra-High Performance All-Season Tire

2024-07-02T17:51:56+00:00

Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has launched the new Toyo Proxes Sport A/S+ ultra-high performance all-season tire, ideal for sports cars, CUVs, and SUVs. This next-generation tire offers improved wet traction while maintaining superior dry traction, thanks to an enhanced tread compound that also boosts fuel efficiency and extends tread life. The Proxes Sport A/S+ introduces a High Load (HL) capacity option for select sizes, catering specifically to heavier vehicles such as EVs, hybrids, and large SUVs.

Key features of the Toyo Proxes Sport A/S+ include an optimized asymmetric tread design with a high stiffness outer rib for enhanced cornering, higher sipe density inner ribs for better wet and dry braking, and light snow traction. The tire's ultra-high performance casing construction features stiff sidewalls, high tensile steel belts, and high hardness bead filler, ensuring improved handling and even contact pressure. The dynamic taper design enhances traction and handling, while multi-wave sipes reduce irregular wear for a quieter ride. Available in 80 sizes with 17- to 22-inch diameters, the Proxes Sport A/S+ will be available starting July 2024, with additional sizes and HL capacity options releasing later in 2024 and early 2025.

Full Press Release Below

Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. (Toyo Tires®) announces the new Toyo® Proxes® Sport A/S+ ultra-high performance all-season tire for sport cars, CUVs and SUVs. This next-generation tire improves wet traction while maintaining the superb dry traction of its predecessor, the Proxes® Sport A/S. The improved tread compound found in the Proxes Sport A/S+ boosts performance in wet conditions, lowers rolling resistance for better fuel and range efficiency, while maximizing tread life. A new High Load (HL) capacity option will be available in select sizes designed to meet the needs of heavier vehicles such as EVs, hybrids, and large SUVs.

Additional key features and benefits include an optimized asymmetric tread design featuring a high stiffness outer rib for enhanced cornering performance, along with higher sipe density inner ribs for improved wet and dry braking and competitive light snow traction. The Proxes Sport A/S+ also has an ultra-high performance casing construction with a stiff sidewall, high tensile steel belts, and high hardness bead filler, enhancing responsiveness and handling while delivering even contact pressure during acceleration, braking, and cornering. The dynamic taper design provides excellent traction and handling, enhancing wet and dry braking, while the multi-wave sipes minimize irregular wear for a quiet ride throughout the tire's life and improved wet and dry performance.

"Building on the success of its predecessor, this new tire offers drivers the performance they expect from an ultra-high performance tire with the added benefit of all-season reliability," said Kevin Arima, senior manager, consumer products, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. "Drivers seeking an exciting tire without compromising on tread life will appreciate the improvements in this model. Additionally, the wide range of sizes, including High-Load capacity options, accommodates the growing popularity of heavier vehicles, providing a significant advantage for both dealers and consumers."

The new Proxes Sport A/S+ tire will be produced in 80 sizes with 17- to 22-inch wheel diameters and W, Y, and (Y) speed ratings with fitments for sport cars, CUVs, and SUVs, while carrying a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty and a 45-Day/500-Mile Trial Offer. The first Proxes Sport A/S+ sizes will be available starting in July 2024. Additional planned sizes, including Toyo’s first High Load (HL) capacity tires, are planned to release later in 2024 and early 2025. Popular fitments include Audi cars and SUVs, BMW cars and SUVs, Ford Mustang and Mustang Mach-E, Nissan Z, Tesla Model 3, X, and Y, and the Toyota GR Supra.

To learn more about Toyo’s line of Proxes tires, visit ToyoTires.com.

About Toyo Tires®

Established in 1966, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. represents the innovation, quality, performance, and excellent service that Toyo Tires has delivered worldwide for more than 75 years. The company offers a full line of premium tires for nearly every vehicle including light trucks, SUVs, crossovers, sports cars, luxury cars, hybrids, and electric vehicles, as well as commercial trucks. Many of the tires are built in the United States at their state-of-the-art factory in Georgia. To find the right tire for your vehicle as well as an authorized dealer, visit www.toyotires.com. You can also join the Toyo Tires community on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Yokohama Tire Introduces New All-Terrain GEOLANDAR A/T4 G018

2024-05-07T15:46:34+00:00

Yokohama Tire is rolling out the GEOLANDAR A/T4 G018, set to redefine the adventure and utility blend for trucks, SUVs, and CUVs. Hitting U.S. markets on July 1, this versatile tire replaces the GEOLANDAR A/T G015 and will span an impressive size range from 15 to 22 inches in wheel diameter.

The GEOLANDAR A/T4 isn’t just any tire; it's a bridge between worlds, rated for severe snow conditions and featuring a dual-sidewall design that lets the driver personalize their vehicle's look. It also promises longevity with a 55,000 to 65,000-mile treadwear warranty.

Yokohama’s senior product planning manager, Drew Dayton, emphasizes the tire’s enthusiast-oriented design. "The A/T4 was crafted by and for those passionate about driving, providing an ideal tool for both the off-road explorer and the daily commuter."

The range of features includes both Euro-metric and LT-metric sizes, ensuring a fit for virtually any vehicle and situation. Its performance credentials are bolstered by advanced technologies like Yokohama’s GEO-SHIELD, enhancing durability with reinforced sidewalls and a robust nylon cap structure.

The A/T4’s tread is a marvel of engineering, boasting a complex pattern with zig-zag grooves and triple 3D sipes that excel under varied weather conditions, proudly wearing the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol as a badge of winter readiness.

For those who spend as much time on the road as off, the GEOLANDAR A/T4 offers a quieter ride with single-pitch shoulder blocks, while aggressive center blocks and an optimized profile deliver confident handling and superior traction wherever the trail may lead.

For more information, visit www.yokohamatire.com or www.yokohamatruck.com

UPDATE: As of June 17, 2024, the GEOLANDAR A/T4 is officially on sale!