Nuevos neumáticos para vehículos eléctricos de eficiencia triple A

Hankook expands its iON tire family with the launch of the new GT for summer, developed specifically for compact electric vehicles. This innovative tire, which will be unveiled for the first time at «The Tire Cologne,» the leading tire industry fair, stands out for its high percentage of recycled and renewable materials used in its production, in accordance with the ISCC PLUS certification (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification). Here are all the latest updates.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND INNOVATION WITH HANKOOK iON
The new Hankook iON GT represents a significant step towards sustainability in the tire industry. Among the materials used are bio-based silica, durable PET textile cord obtained from plastic waste, vegetable oils and resins, biocircular synthetic rubber, and circular carbon black obtained from tire pyrolysis oil and recovered carbon black from tires at the end of their life cycle, as described in Michelin’s circular project. Thanks to a large proportion of ISCC PLUS certified materials, Hankook has been able to improve sustainability without compromising safety and comfort.
HOW HANKOOK DEVELOPED ADVANCED PERFORMANCE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Tires for electric vehicles face specific challenges, such as higher wear levels compared to internal combustion engine vehicles. Hankook has introduced several technologies to meet these needs. The iSuper Mileage technology, which includes the Round Even concept, ensures uniform contact pressure, extending tire life.
Hankook provides this advanced vulcanization technology optimal curing to significantly reduce rolling resistance, contributing to greater battery range per charge. Additionally, stronger aramid fibers improve steering precision in combination with Grip Boost technology, which reduces movement from the tire sidewall. The ProGrip tread compound provides better grip on wet surfaces thanks to a combination of high-density silicone and other durable materials.
TRIPLE A FOR HANKOOK iON GT TIRES
One of the main objectives in the development of the iON GT was to achieve the quietest possible operating characteristics. The absence of combustion engine noise makes the importance of reducing tire noise more evident. For this reason, Hankook has integrated the Sound Absorber technology which, combined with the specific tire design, visibly reduces noise levels inside the cabin.
Thanks to these innovations, the European Tire Label for the new Hankook iON GT reports a Y/Y/Y rating, representing the best grades in rolling resistance, wet grip, and rolling noise. This tire also earned the title of «Winner» in the Product Design category at the 2024 Red Dot Design Award.