Hankook to showcase commercial vehicle tyre range at RTX

Hankook Tyre will be showcasing its portfolio of Hankook and Laufenn commercial vehicle tyres at the Road Transport Expo (RTX) trade show from 24th – 26th June, hosted at the NAEC Stoneleigh in Warwickshire.

On stand R30, Hankook will be promoting the launch of Laufenn365, a new digital platform designed to streamline damage claims for Laufenn tyres. The claims coverage guarantees Laufenn tyres against accidental damage, offering a refund under its damage warranty and providing customers with peace of mind and protection against unexpected costs.

Debuting at last year’s show, Hankook’s e-SMART City AU56, the only tyre on the market specifically designed for electric buses, will make another appearance. This tyre is engineered to meet the specific requirements of EVs, offering low rolling resistance for extended range per battery charge, reduced noise to enhance passenger comfort, and robust durability to withstand high instantaneous engine torque and heavy loads, primarily due to the high battery weight.

Also on display will be the newly launched 315/80R22.5 Smart Work AM11+, designed for both on and off-road use, offering enhanced durability for front steer applications. Designed as a robust mixed-service solution, Hankook claims it offers exceptional stop-and-start resilience, further strengthened with reinforced sidewall protection.

A range of Hankook tyres will be on display including the brands hybrid usage tyres designed for both regional and long-distance transport: The SmartFlex AL51, designed for the steering axle and an all-position tyre, and the SmartFlex DL51 for the drive axle. Both tyres can be regrooved and are retreadable.

In addition to promoting the latest Laufenn365 initiative, Hankook will showcase various Laufenn products including the LF95 trailer tyre, and two other Laufenn regional haul treads: the LF22 all-position and the LZ22 drive axle tyre.

According to Hankook, the Laufenn commercial portfolio offers exceptional value for money and guaranteed re-treadability across the range, aiming to reduce costs and decrease environmental impact.