Tyre News

Audi's latest S3 model now comes with a new option for tyre enthusiasts: the Falken Azenis RS820, a super-ultra high-performance (SUHP) tyre. This is the first new vehicle model to roll off the factory line equipped with this freshly-launched tyre.

Falken has unveiled its newest tyre, the Ziex ZE320, which features sustainable rice husk silica in its production. This model replaces the current Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun tyre and promises improved performance and greater environmental friendliness, according to the company. The initial twelve sizes of the new tyre will arrive in Europe by early summer 2024, with an additional 48 dimensions following by spring 2025.

Goodyear has announced plans to expand its UltraGrip Performance 3 winter tyre range significantly throughout 2024. During the year, the tyre maker will introduce over 40 new SKUs to the market. Many of these new additions are already available, and Goodyear states that this expansion not only boosts its presence in the winter tyre segment but also highlights its commitment to this market.

As a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner, Bridgestone Corporation is dedicated to enhancing the experience for athletes, staff, fans, and visitors at the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024. Bridgestone will contribute various tyres, services, and performance products to support the event.

A new generation BFGoodrich all-terrain tyre is on its way. In the USA, BFGoodrich Tires has announced the launch of the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3, with the first sizes available from this month. The tyre maker has not yet confirmed a specific timetable for the KO3’s UK and European release.

As we’ve seen with passenger vehicle design, a range of factors coming together have led to most tyres looking more or less the same these days. And while dipping our lids to progress, we miss being able to instantly recognise a brand by its tread pattern. Auto Bild Sportscars also remembers fondly the diversity that has been swept aside by a “yawning boredom in the uniformity of unimaginatively cut longitudinal groove patterns.” But the existence of an army of round, rubbery clones doesn’t mean all tyres offer the same levels of performance or safety.