Continental is supplying tires for the new Volkswagen T-Roc compact SUV. The EcoContact 7 S and EcoContact 7 have been approved as original equipment in sizes ranging from 16 to 19 inches. For seasonal use, Volkswagen also recommends the WinterContact TS 870 P for winter conditions and the AllSeasonContact 2 as an all-season option.

The EcoContact 7 summer tire uses a specialized rubber compound and Smart Energy Casing technology to improve energy efficiency. Materials in the carcass, inner layer and sidewall are designed to reduce internal friction and lower rolling resistance. An aerodynamically optimized sidewall, including a golf ball-inspired ‘aerodimple’ pattern, helps reduce air turbulence behind the tire, which can further decrease energy use.

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Nexen Tire has been selected as the original equipment (OE) tire supplier for the 2026 Jeep Cherokee. The company will supply its Roadian GTX, which was designed for SUVs and CUVs and reportedly prioritizes a balance of braking performance, snow traction, improved mileage, ride comfort and low noise.

According to Nexen, the Roadian GTX is made with a compound engineered to maintain stable performance across a wide range of temperatures and ensure reliable braking in summer and winter, with an optimized tread pattern that enhances braking on dry and snowy roads. It also has improved mileage performance, which lengthens the replacement interval, and has adopted an optimized zigzag pattern to distribute road pressure more evenly, minimizing sudden load concentrations and providing greater driving stability.

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Hankook Tire has announced that its associate brand Laufenn will supply its second-generation S FIT2 summer performance tire as original equipment (OE) for the Škoda Octavia.

Hankook Tire developed the S FIT2 in close technical collaboration with Škoda, optimizing the tire to meet the Octavia’s characteristics and required performance. Supplied in a 17-inch size, the S FIT2 delivers stable driving performance and balanced handling.

The S FIT2 is a second-generation summer performance tire developed for Europe’s varied climate and road conditions. It is designed to provide stable handling and braking through improved grip and water drainage.

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Pirelli has developed a specific P Zero R for the Porsche 911 Turbo S. The ultra-high-performance tire has been designed for everyday driving in sports cars and features a compound derived from Pirelli’s experience in motorsport. The product’s technological origins share the same DNA as Pirelli’s racing solutions, ensuring outstanding dynamic response for the most high-performance vehicles.

The 911 Turbo S’s P Zero R has been designed to effectively transfer the 523kW (711 hp) delivered by the engine to the ground. Its specific design enables it to handle torque of 800Nm, enhancing both the model’s dynamic capabilities and driving pleasure.

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Bespoke versions of the Pirelli P Zero R have been developed for the new Audi RS 5 and RS 3 Competition Limited. Designed to balance everyday usability with track performance, the tires have been developed with a focus on improved grip and shorter braking distances. Audi RS was among the first to adopt the P Zero R. The fitments build on more than 25 years of collaboration between Pirelli and Audi Sport in developing tailored tires for high-performance vehicles.

Ad-hoc development

Audi’s primary objective was braking performance. The P Zero R has been designed to approach the levels of performance of the semi-slick Trofeo R, delivering very short stopping distances and consistent deceleration under demanding conditions.

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The Roadian GTX will be supplied as original equipment on the Renault Filante, a crossover model that combines the characteristics of a sedan and an SUV and is equipped with Renault Korea’s latest hybrid powertrain.

Hybrid vehicles place elevated technical demands on tires due to the simultaneous use of an electric motor and an internal combustion engine. Nexen Tire will supply the all-season Roadian GTX tire for the Filante. The supply covers the Korean domestic market as well as export models destined for Latin America and the Middle East.

The Roadian GTX, Nexen Tire’s all-season tire for SUVs and crossover utility vehicles, will be supplied in a 19in specification.

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Continental has been chosen as the tire partner for the limited-edition Bugatti Factor One bicycle, and has supplied a bespoke version of its Grand Prix 5000 TT TR tire.

The high-performance bike, the result of a collaboration between Bugatti and Factor Bikes, will be produced in a run of 250 individually numbered units. Each model is fitted with specially branded 30-622 Grand Prix 5000 TT TR tires, part of Continental’s latest expansion of its GP5000 range.

The TT TR tire is designed for speed-focused applications, featuring a lightweight casing construction to minimize rolling resistance. The newly introduced 30mm width increases the contact patch, improving stability and grip during high-speed cornering while maintaining efficiency over longer distances.

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Laufenn has introduced the S Fit 2, a sporty summer tire designed for the European market. The tire is available in 94 sizes for passenger cars (15in-20in) and sizes 16in to 20in for SUVs.

Developed and extensively tested for Europe’s varied driving conditions, the S Fit 2 is the brand’s first tire to be used as original equipment by European car manufacturers and offers stable handling on hot asphalt, reliable wet-weather performance and a comfortable ride in city traffic.

“With the Laufenn S Fit 2, we are strengthening the profile of our brand in the summer segment,” said Jang Hyuk Moon, vice president, marketing department, Hankook Tire Europe.

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Nexen Tire has announced that it is supplying original equipment (OE) tires for the Musso pickup truck from KG Mobility (KGM). The supplied models are the N’PRIZ RH7 and the Roadian HTX RH5, which were designed to meet the diverse on- and off-road driving needs of pickup trucks.

The Musso is designed for heavy payloads and rugged conditions. Nexen‘s tires are engineered for stability and structural integrity under repeated stress and payloads up to 700kg, ensuring reliable performance across diverse road surfaces.

The N’PRIZ RH7 is available in 18- and 20-inch sizes for larger wheels on higher trims.

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Nexen Tire has announced that it will supply original equipment (OE) tires for the Elexio, Hyundai Motor’s latest electric SUV developed exclusively for the Chinese market.

Built on Hyundai’s electric global modular platform (E-GMP), the Elexio is the first electric dedicated vehicle produced by Beijing Hyundai. Nexen Tire is supplying two of its ultra-high-performance products for the model: the N’fera Supreme S and N’fera Primus QX EV.

The N’fera Supreme S is a flagship all-season tire designed for both electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. It features an artificial intelligence-driven (AI) low-noise tread pattern that enhances ride comfort, along with an AI-designed load distribution structure that increases the contact area for improved driving stability – especially for high-load vehicles such as EVs and SUVs.

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