Hankook Tire launches the company’s first tires designed for electric vehicles (EVs), dubbed the ‘iON evo AS’ and the iON evo AS SUV.’ With noise-proof technology, consistent tread wear, improved mileage, and more grip and stiffness, Hankook's line of EV tires has been created to fulfill the demands of EVs throughout all seasons.
The ‘iON evo AS’ and ‘iON evo AS SUV’ have Hankook’s Sound Absorber technology installed to lessen road noise and provide a peaceful, comfortable ride at all speeds. Optimized multi-pitch sequencing, noise-absorbing material inside the tire cavity, and knurling technology inside the tire grooves contribute to reduced cabin noise when driving. The tires are designed to evenly spread road pressure to extend the tire’s lifespan, reduce rolling resistance, and increase lateral rigidity by 25% and cornering rigidity by 20%.
Compared to the Hankook iON evo AS SUV, which comes in six sizes from 18 to 21 inches, the iON evo AS is offered in 20 sizes ranging from 18 to 22 inches. There is a 50,000-mile warranty included with both tires.
Durable Optimized EV Tires
Hankook Tire Launches the First-Ever iON EV Tires for the US Market
Trend Themes
1. EV Tires with Noise-proof Tech - Opportunity for tire manufacturers to innovate and develop noise-proof technology for EV tires to enhance comfort and meet the rising demand for EVs in the market.
2. Seasonal EV Tires - Opportunity for tire manufacturers to innovate by creating specialized EV tires for different weather conditions to improve performance and safety.
3. Extended Lifespan EV Tires - Opportunity for tire manufacturers to extend the lifespan of EV tires by developing technology to distribute pressure evenly for extended durability and reduce rolling resistance.
Industry Implications
1. Automobile Manufacturing - Automakers can incorporate noise-absorbing EV tires to enhance the driving experience of electric vehicles and stand out in the competitive market.
2. Tire Manufacturing - Tire manufacturers can develop specialized EV tires for different weather conditions to cater to the growing demand of the EV market and improve performance and safety.
3. Smart Mobility - The development of extended lifespan EV tires with reduced rolling resistance provides an opportunity for smart mobility solutions that can optimize EV tire performance on the roads.