Hankook Tire's global brand Laufenn will supply tires for Volkswagen's new vehicles.
On May 14, Hankook Tire announced that it will provide the Laufenn S Fit 2, a second-generation summer performance tire, as original equipment for the updated Volkswagen hatchback model, the Golf 8.
The Golf 8 is the latest facelift of Volkswagen's best-selling model, which has recorded global cumulative sales of over 37 million units and represents the hatchback market.
Hankook Tire developed the tire in close technical collaboration with Volkswagen, optimizing it for the vehicle's characteristics and performance requirements. The S Fit 2 will be available in two sizes, 16 and 18 inches, offering stable driving performance and precise handling.
The tire also features excellent grip and drainage performance, ensuring reliable handling and braking. Compared to previous models, it has balanced improvements in fuel efficiency and mileage performance, enhancing overall driving performance.
Utilizing a high-silica compound and optimized tread block design, the S Fit 2 improves braking performance on wet roads, reducing braking distance by approximately 16% compared to earlier products.
Meanwhile, Hankook Tire has recently expanded its supply of original equipment tires to global automotive brands such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Ford. As of the first quarter of this year, it supplies original equipment tires to over 50 global brands and more than 300 vehicle models.
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