Kumho Tire to Supply New OE for Volkswagen Jetta

Expansion of Partnerships for Premium Complete Vehicle Brands and OE Supply

[Asia Economy Reporter Kiho Sung] Kumho Tire announced on the 25th that it will supply original equipment (OE) tires, 205/55R17 and 205/60R16 TA31, for the 7th generation facelift model of Volkswagen's Jetta.

The Jetta is Volkswagen's best-selling sedan, first launched in 1979. The 7th generation facelift model features dynamic proportions, spacious interior, Volkswagen's latest infotainment system MIB3, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and a powertrain equipped with new functionalities and cutting-edge technologies. Currently, the Volkswagen Jetta is produced at the Mexico plant, and the Kumho Tires installed are supplied from the Georgia plant.

The Kumho Tire SOLUS TA31 supplied to the Jetta is Kumho Tire's premium comfort bestseller. The TA31 is designed to reduce noise, enhance wear performance and driving performance compared to competitors, and offers a wide range of sizes. Considering the characteristics of large, medium, and small vehicle classes, it is engineered to deliver optimized performance differentiated by inch size.

Additionally, the tire tread minimizes noise through optimal block and pattern arrangement, strengthens block rigidity to improve handling and braking performance on dry roads, and features four wide straight drainage grooves in the center with dimples applied to enhance water drainage performance on wet roads.

Kim In-su, Executive Director of Kumho Tire OE Sales, said, "The OE supply for the Volkswagen Jetta is a result of recognition of Kumho Tire's product quality and technological capabilities," adding, "Kumho Tire will continue to strengthen partnerships with global premium automakers based on innovation in research and development (R&D) and global technological expertise."

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