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Korean Tire announced it will supply its second-generation summer performance tire, 'S FIT2', from the cost-effective tire brand 'Laufenn' launched for overseas markets, as original equipment (OE) tires for Volkswagen's compact hatchback 'Polo'.
The Volkswagen 'Polo' compact hatchback has been a best-selling model, recording cumulative global sales of over 20 million units across six generations since its launch in 1975. It continues to maintain steady popularity in the global compact car market, including Europe, based on its excellent space utilization and efficient driving performance.
According to the company, through close technical collaboration with Volkswagen, a tire optimized for the Polo's driving characteristics was developed. The 'S FIT2', supplied in 17-inch size, pursues agile driving performance, stable braking power, balanced ride comfort, and efficiency. The 'S FIT2' is a second-generation summer performance tire developed by thoroughly considering various climate conditions and driving environments. By applying a high-silica compound and an optimized tread block design, wet road braking performance was improved, reducing braking distance by approximately 16%.
With four wide straight groove designs, drainage performance is enhanced to support stable handling during rainy driving. Additionally, grip is maintained on high-temperature road surfaces while noise and vibration are reduced to improve ride comfort, and mileage was improved by approximately 15% using a next-generation polymer compound. This supply achievement is based on over 30 years of accumulated technology and quality competitiveness since the first supply to Volkswagen's Mexico plant in 1991.
Meanwhile, Korean Tire's cost-effective tire brand Laufenn began sales in Korea around mid-2022. The Laufenn brand has strengthened its position in the European finished vehicle market by expanding its supply lineup to include the 'Polo' after supplying Skoda's 'New Octavia', Volkswagen's 'Golf', and Seat's 'Ibiza' and 'Arona' following the April launch of the 'S FIT2' in the European market.
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