Driving
Our advanced tire technology extends beyond providing a safer and more convenient ride; it also innovates ‘driving emotion.’
Performance Vehicle Tire
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Electric Vehicle Tire
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Future Mobility
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Performance Vehicle Tire Technology
Driver safety is always our first and foremost priority. To enable the best-possible drive experience that allows for the full performance of the vehicle from on road driving to off, we look at more than just the tires in our research for technology.
Flagship Product
Let us introduce Hankook Tire’s Ventus tires that deliver limitless performance.
Ventus Product
Proven Technology
Ventus tires have been chosen as Original Equipment tires by global leading premium car manufacturers, gaining worldwide recognition for their technological prowess.
i-Segment Technology
At this very moment, technologies are emerging that enable new types of mobility and novel ways of getting around. Our paramount concern is to guarantee a driver’s safety in going from point A to point B regardless of conditions, which is why we continue to develop broad-reaching innovative technology that adapts to the times in the Innovative segment among others.
Tires that are quieter and vibrating less make for a more comfortable drive. Even when it comes to tires, the devil’s in the details, and this is why we perform extensive research even on tires noise reduction. Our sound absorber technology draws on from pattern construction, design, special materials and many other technological elements to effectively attenuate road noise and absorb the shock generated, perfecting a quieter and more comfortable ride.
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Pitch structure
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Pattern groove
To offset the ordeal of unexpected flats, the Hankook Runflat System (HRS) has reinforced the sidewalls of its tires to ensure their peak performance. This means that the tire retains its shape even with drops in internal air pressure. In fact, with our runflat tire technology, a punctured tire is still able to travel a good 80 km or more at up to speeds of 80km/h.
So long as a vehicle is fitted with our tires, one need not worry about nails, broken bottles or other sharp objects along the path. When a tire is punctured by external shock, the layer of special sealants in our Sealguard tires fills in the hole and effectively prevents air from escaping. Any object-induced punctures 5mm in diameter or smaller are instantly sealed to ensure hassle-free mobility even in the event of emergency.
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Electric Vehicle Tire Technology
EVs form the center of our journey towards future mobility.
EV Tires
Electric vehicles(EVs) are heavier and generate higher output than internal combustion engine cars. As such, EVs are only able to travel optimally when equipped with tires that can effectively support the vehicle’s weight, offer grip force and enable extremely quiet rides. Hankook remains focused on its research and development to manufacture EV tires on the strength of its advanced technology.
EV Tire Model
Our sustained commitment to technology innovation inspired by EVs to serve their needs has enabled us to present a wide array of tires specifically for electronic vehicles, from the Ventus S1 evo3 to the Kinergy AS EV.
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This high-performance sports tire chosen by premium EV vehicles makers supports exceptional handling at extreme speeds and enhanced noise control to deliver an ultimate and thrilling driving experience.
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As the optimal tire that adds the finishing touch to the balanced driving performance of EV cars, this line-up has reduced noise levels and improved grip force while supporting the weight impact of EV cars, embedding reliability and comfort into the driving experience.
Partnership
Nowadays, all eyes are focused on just how far we can push the limits of tire performance. Hankook Tire has been named the official tire supplier for the Formula E World Championship, the most prestigious EV racing competition, and partners with numerous global leading EV companies for joint research and development.
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Future Mobility Technology
Adding fun and appeal in imagining what’s possible beyond tires, we transform future mobility into reality.
Mobility Trend
The idea for airless tires delivering everything from safe driving to easy maintenance and sustainable technology, all began when we put our heads together to imagine something innovative about the future of mobility.
Airless Tire
Unlike ordinary tires, airless tires have no air pressure and are thus called ‘Air Free’ tires. They truly free us up from the worries over flat tires. Our specially constructed design technology enables robust, yet flexible driving.
Benefits
Learn more about the advantages that clearly set airless tires apart from their conventional counterparts.
Safety
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Minimize tire puncture risk
Mitigate potential exposure to tire punctures through structural weight support.
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Increased traction force
Respond to a variety of trajectories created by autonomous driving cars through multidirectional traction.
Maintenance
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Improved ease in tire maintenance and management
Eliminate the need for maintenance due to the absence of tire air pressure, and extend the driving rage by maintaining even wear patterns.
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Increased ease in changing a tire
Quick and easy tire changes enabled by simple assembly/disassembly structure.