Kumho Tire Demonstrates Technology in European Automotive Magazine Tire Test

Kumho Tire announced on the 16th that it achieved excellent results in tire performance tests conducted by ADAC and Auto Bild, Germany's leading automotive magazines with global authority.

In the ADAC test, which boasts the highest circulation in Germany, Kumho Tire's European summer tire ‘ECSTA HS52’ ranked 8th in the test results, receiving the highest evaluation among domestic tire manufacturers.

This test was conducted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ADAC tire test, comparing the performance of representative European summer tires from 50 global tire companies including Kumho Tire. The evaluation criteria included driving satisfaction on dry and wet roads, mileage, wear, noise, and environmental balance sustainability. Kumho Tire achieved an overall 8th place and a Good rating.

The ‘ECSTA HS52’ is designed to provide drivers with a comfortable driving experience and high safety, making it suitable for both sedans and sports vehicles. By applying a solid block design to the tread pattern, the tire maintains consistent road friction pressure upon contact with the road surface, reducing impact and noise while improving ride comfort. Additionally, the strong shoulder blocks enhance handling performance, aiding stable driving.

Furthermore, Kumho Tire's ‘ECSTA PS71’ product also ranked 5th overall with a Good rating in the summer tire category in the summer tire test conducted by the prominent European magazine Auto Bild, competing against 50 companies. The ECSTA PS71 received excellent evaluations based on its outstanding handling and braking performance on both dry and wet roads.

Jomansik, Head of Research and Development at Kumho Tire, emphasized, “Our product excellence has been verified through the most influential automotive magazines in Europe and worldwide. Achieving top rankings in two consecutive tests among domestic tire companies proves Kumho Tire’s competitiveness not only domestically but also on the global stage.”

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