A puncture-resistant tyre for site vehicles and 4x4s has been launched, The Wrangler AT/SA from Goodyear features two layers made with DuPont Kevlar, a material which is five times stronger than steel, and the firm’s patented ‘Durawall’ sidewall reinforcement that enhances cut resistance in the sidewalls.
“Tyre safety, quality and performance are elements that are of high significance in driving, especially since tyres are the only parts of a vehicle that come in direct contact with the road. Be it on- or off-road, in traffic or high speed driving, and dry or wet conditions, the new Wrangler AT/SA from Goodyear proves valuable to the extremely popular 4×4’s and SUV’s in the region,” said Octavian Velcan, General Manager of Goodyear Middle East and Africa.
“We are confident that when the Goodyear Wrangler AT/SA is introduced in the region later this year it will become as popular as the vehicles they are mounted on” he added.
The Wrangler AT/SA features two high-tensile steel belts to improve the tire’s strength and two layers which improve the tire’s resistance to punctures in the tread.
According to the comapny, drivers can enjoy the added benefit of a smooth, quiet ride that comes from Kevlar, as this material helps to absorb road noise. The Kevlar layers act as a sound barrier, reducing noise for an especially quiet ride.
The makers say that the tread block sequence and shifting of the Wrangler AT/SA also provides a quieter and more comfortable ride. The addition of a centre-line rib on larger sizes not only helps to improve on-road handling but is another contributor to tire noise reduction.
The Wrangler AT/SA is available in a 4-rib design and in a 5-rib design for larger sizes. The Wrangler AT/SA 4-rib is available with 15 and 16 inch rim diameters. All sizes are available throughout the region.