Nokian Archive
07 Mar 2019
Progress on one of the most advanced tyre factories
Nokian Tyres tells us that it has made significant progress on its first North American production plant and remains on schedule to begin commercial tire production in the new manufacturing facility in 2020. The exteriors of the factory’s mixing tower and production building are largely complete, and workers are currently installing state-of-the-art manufacturing technology inside
11 Jan 2018
New Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 winter tyre
The new non-studded Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 winter tyre offers much-needed peace of mind in case of a sudden snowstorm or rapidly freezing road surfaces. The further improved ice grip and better handling are based on the Arctic Sense Grip concept developed by Nokian Tyres that makes driving wonderfully controlled, precise and quiet in slippery winter
02 Jan 2018
Nokian Heavy Tyres expands production facility
Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd, part of the Nokian Tyres group, is increasing its production capacity by 50 per cent by investing total approximately €70 million in its factory in Nokia over the following three years. With the capacity increase, approximately 50 new people will be hired for the production of heavy tyres. “The international heavy
26 Sep 2017
Nokian Tyres selected for DJSI World sustainability index
With a total sustainability score nearly twice as high as the industry average, Nokian Tyres significantly improved its results in the 2017 assessment. Nokian Tyres’ score of 78 points was only one point behind the industry’s best company globally. “Our employees have done a great job in improving all aspects of sustainability in our company.
29 May 2017
New E-Truck series by Nokian Tyres
As most transport professionals know, the cheapest tyre is seldom the most economical one. The tyre is expected to cover as much distance as possible while being quiet, safe and comfortable to drive. The rolling resistance affects fuel consumption, and a sturdy carcass makes it possible to retread the tyre – even twice. These demands
04 May 2017
Nokian Tyres set to invest $360 million at US factory
Nokian Tyres is set to invest $360 million on a new factory on a greenfield site in Dayton (Rhea County), Tennessee, USA. The annual capacity of the factory will be 4 million tyres with an expansion potential in the future. The site will also house a distribution facility with a storage capacity of 600,000 tyres.
24 Feb 2017
Nokian Aramid reinforced sidewalls effectively shield against damage
Nokian Tyres has developed new technology, which offers side wall protection and durability in the most demanding of driving conditions. The Aramid Sidewall technology developed by Nokian Tyres offers a new type of durability and protection for demanding driving conditions. The strong, synthetic Aramid fibre used in the tyre sidewall compound reinforces the tyre sidewall.
01 Feb 2017
Nokian Aramid reinforced sidewalls effectively shield against damage
Nokian Tyres has developed new technology, which offers side wall protection and durability in the most demanding of driving conditions. The Aramid Sidewall technology developed by Nokian Tyres offers a new type of durability and protection for demanding driving conditions. The strong, synthetic Aramid fibre used in the tyre sidewall compound reinforces the tyre sidewall.
03 Jan 2017
Nokian renews studded tyre range
Nokian Tyres has renewed its studded tyre range by launching its new flagship products: the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9, designed for passenger cars, and the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 SUV for sports utility vehicles. ”We have developed a new stud technology for our Hakkapeliitta winter tyres; different studs in different parts of the tyre operate as active
23 May 2016
Nokian Tyres exhibits at the Reifen 2016
Nokian Tyres, the Finnish manufacturer of premium tyres, will exhibit its latest products and technologies at the upcoming Reifen trade fair in Essen, Germany. The company will display its latest technologies and innovations, such as for example the SUV tyres with sidewalls made of aramid fibres or the AA-rated advanced tyres. Visitors will experience a
27 Apr 2016
JB Tyres and Garage Equipment appointed Nokian distributor
JB Tyres and Garage Equipment has been appointed as the official distributor of Nokian summer and winter tyres in Ireland. Nokian Tyres is the world’s northernmost tyre manufacturer, manufacturing innovative tyres for passenger cars, trucks, and heavy machinery. The brand is best known in this part of the world for it range of premium summer