Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. (CEO An Jong-seon·Lee Sang-hoon, hereafter Hankook Tire) will supply the electric vehicle-specific all-season tire "iON evo AS SUV" as an original equipment tire for the flagship electric SUV model "IONIQ 9" of Hyundai Motor.
The "iON evo AS SUV" installed on the "IONIQ 9" is a product developed based on close cooperation with Hyundai Motor. The electric vehicle specialized technology "iON INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY" design achieves optimal balance in performance such as low noise, excellent energy efficiency and grip, low rolling resistance, and mileage, supporting the driving of high-performance electric vehicles.
The low-noise specialized technology has further enhanced the premium driving feel of the flagship electric SUV. It reduces specific frequency noise generated during driving by up to 9 dB with an optimal pattern design, providing a quiet and comfortable driving environment.
It also supports unwavering grip and handling performance all year round, even with the high instantaneous output of high-performance electric vehicles. The latest compound, which combines high-concentration silica and environmentally friendly materials and supplies, is applied to provide excellent grip in various driving conditions, whether on dry or wet roads and in winter. The 3D Grip Control Sipe technology also enhances handling performance.
Above all, it provides an ideal driving distance with excellent energy efficiency. The electric vehicle optimal low-temperature uniform rubber curing technology and the latest compound application significantly reduce rolling resistance, contributing to minimizing electricity consumption during driving.
By applying optimal profile technology, it evenly distributes tire ground contact pressure even under high loads of electric SUVs, preventing abnormal wear patterns and enhancing lateral rigidity and cornering rigidity by 25% and 20%, respectively, providing excellent driving stability.
With this supply of original equipment tires, Hankook Tire has further strengthened its cooperation with the Hyundai Motor Group in the institutional sector of electrification. Starting with the electric sedan "IONIQ 6", it has expanded its portfolio to the current Kia electric SUVs "EV3" and "EV9", gaining recognition for its global top-tier technology.
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