Hankook upgraded tyre range now fitted to Mercedes Atego17 November 2014

Tyre manufacturer Hankook is upgrading its range of light- to medium-duty truck tyres and is now supplying tyres for Mercedes-Benz Atego trucks.

Hankook's upgrade focuses on the AH11 steer axle and DH05+ drive axle tyres, which now, says the manufacturer, offer reduced rolling resistance, better handling, high wet braking and enhanced durability.

The AH11 (all position, medium haul) product features two-tiered tapered shoulders, multi-kerfs on grooves and large-angled groove walls. A wide tread design improves traction on wet surfaces.

The DH05+ (drive axle, medium haul) tyre has a cross-section pattern design and deep grooves for better traction.

Both models have now passed testing to be fitted, in various sizes, to the Euro 6 Mercedes Atego.

"Continuous development of our premium products, followed by our selection as OE supplier to Mercedes-Benz Trucks, is yet another critical proof point of our strong brand and advanced technological capability," says Ho-Youl Pae, chief operating officer at Hankook Tire Europe.

Author
Laura Cork

Related Companies
Hankook Tyre UK Ltd
Mercedes Benz Uk Limited

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