Hankook Tyre UK to highlight latest commercial vehicle tyre ranges at this summer's Road Transport Expo

Commercial Motor
April 25, 2024

 

Hankook Tyre UK will be showcasing its portfolio of Hankook and Laufenn commercial vehicle tyres on Stand R42 at this summer's Road Transport Expo.

This will include Hankook’s brand-new electric bus tyre line, the e-SMART City AU56. The tyre is designed with a low rolling resistance, reduced noise and a strong structure to withstand instant torque and heavy loads. 

Hankook’s hybrid useage regional and long-distance tyres will also be displayed: SmartFlex AL51 is suited to the steering axle, or as an all-position tyre and SmartFlex DL51 is designed for the drive axle. For longer lifespan and to support an operator’s sustainability goals, the AL51 and DL51 can be regrooved and retread.  

Trailer tyres at the Expo will include the LF95 trailer tyre as well as Laufenn regional haul tyres,  the all-position LF22 and the LZ22 drive axle tyre. The Laufenn range is based on Hankook’s commercial tyre portfolio, which it said offers good value for money and retreadability. 

Jon Cottrell, UK Truck sales manager for Hankook Tyre UK, said, “Hankook is again looking forward to exhibiting at the Road Transport Expo. It is an ideal opportunity to present our tyre range and build on Hankook’s reputation for producing technologically advanced tyres with superb mileage, reliability and value.

"Our e-SMART City AU56 follows in the footsteps of Hankook’s iON EV tyre range for cars and SUVs and demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to innovation. 

“Hankook has invested in 3D metal tread moulds for all the new generation of premium truck and bus tyres in the EU market. These treads are designed to maintain wet grip and traction for the tyres in all weathers and throughout the whole life of the tyre tread. AI-aided design and cutting-edge material compounds maximise performance without compromising affordability.

"As the automotive industry shifts towards sustainable solutions, Hankook’s e-SMART range is poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing the performance and efficiency of electric commercial vehicles.”

Road Transport Expo takes place from 4-6 June at NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire. It is completely free to attend for visitors, so why not book your place today?

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