Sailun looks to the future of truck tyres

Kirkby Tyres has been exclusively importing Sailun truck tyres into Ireland and the UK since 2011. The Sailun Group is one of the world’s fastest-growing tyre manufacturers and now ranks among the top-10 largest tyre makers and the most valuable tyre brands, globally.

Sailun has pioneered a breakthrough in tyre manufacturing with EcoPoint3 technology, an innovation that has already earned multiple international tyre technology awards.

At the heart of this advancement is liquid phase mixing, in development for over 10 years, a process that offers market-leading results in all three main constituent parts of the current European truck tyre label, namely rolling resistance (fuel efficiency), wet grip, and noise generation.

Sitting alongside this achievement is an improvement in wear resistance. This was previously near impossible to achieve, improving one value without sacrificing another. This new liquid-phase technology also significantly reduces energy consumption during the manufacturing process, resulting in a lower CO₂ footprint (alongside improved fuel economy).

The manufacturer says the EcoPoint3 technology is a testament to the dedication of both Sailun and Kirkby Tyres to sustainability, efficiency, and performance, with improvements in rolling resistance (reduced fuel consumption), wet breaking and tread wear. Due to the unique manufacturing process a significant reduction in manufacturing carbon footprint is also realised.

Sailun claims this revolutionary approach is set to redefine tyre manufacturing, delivering a powerful combination of durability, safety, and performance. As the exclusive TBR distributor in the UK and Ireland, Kirkby Tyres is bringing this ground-breaking technology to fleets across the region, providing access to the next generation of high-performance tyres.

As road transport solutions continue to evolve, Kirkby Tyres says it remains at the forefront, driving the future of road transport with cutting-edge technologies that promise not just enhanced performance, but a reduced environmental footprint as well.

EcoPoint3 and other second generation TBR tyres such as the Delivery Pro Series and Transport Pro Series are now available from Kirkby Tyres UK and Kirkby Tyres Ireland. Also available is the new City Pro Z range suitable for urban operations.

Contact Kirkby Tyres for further information.