Following a review of its medium- to long-term strategy, business environment and allocation of resources, Dunlop has decided to withdraw from the karting tire business. It will continue to supply products to existing customers until December 31, 2027. Dunlop has developed, manufactured and supplied karting tires since 1976.
Karting is widely regarded as a foundation of motorsport. Dunlop’s products have supported a broad range of karting participants, from recreational drivers to young competitors progressing toward top-level categories. The company says its tires have contributed to the growth of karting and the development of future drivers.
Dunlop currently supplies tires homologated by the Commission Internationale de Karting-FIA (CIK-FIA), under the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), as well as tires accredited by the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF).
“We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all customers, users, and related organizations who have used and supported our products over the years,” the company said in a statement.
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