{"id":9275,"date":"2014-08-26T14:34:16","date_gmt":"2014-08-26T13:34:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tyretrade.ie\/?p=9275"},"modified":"2014-08-26T14:34:16","modified_gmt":"2014-08-26T13:34:16","slug":"kumho-gets-ready-for-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tyretrade.ie\/index.php\/kumho-gets-ready-for-winter\/9275","title":{"rendered":"Kumho gets ready for winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>UK drivers are now far better educated in the values of winter and all-weather tyres than before the big freeze of 2011, and demand for such products has continued to rise. As a result, Kumho is this year offering a wide range of cold weather tyres to suit cars, SUVs and light commercial vehicles as follows:<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-9277\" src=\"http:\/\/www.tyretrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Kumho-IZEN-kw27-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Kumho-I'ZEN-kw27-copy\" width=\"150\" height=\"230\" \/>Cars<br \/>\nI\u2019Zen KW27 \u2013 primarily intended for large-sized family and executive cars, this latest generation winter tyre has an asymmetric tread pattern that enhances traction on snowy and icy roads through its three-dimensional snipes. The design also provides high levels of resistance to aquaplaning, while the silica tread compound guarantees minimal rolling resistance. Sizes include run-flat variants<\/p>\n<p>Solus Vier KH21 \u2013 a highly regarded all-season product for all sizes of car that features a directional tread pattern for outstanding wet performance, wide lateral grooves for enhanced aquaplaning resistance, and multiple sipes for optimum running in snow and icy conditions. Avoids the need to change tyres between seasons. Rated \u2018very recommendable\u2019 by Auto Zeitung magazine<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019Zen KW23 \u2013 a contemporary offering for small to medium family cars featuring a directional tread pattern for optimum grip. Its computer optimised construction ensures notably safe and reliable performance throughout the tyre\u2019s life. Scored highly in tests by European magazine ADAC Motorwelt<\/p>\n<p>SUVs<br \/>\nI\u2019Zen RV KC15 \u2013 aimed at such perennially popular 4x4s as the Range Rover and BMW X5, it has an aggressive asymmetric tread pattern, sipes designed for the best of traction in snow and icy conditions, and a new type of silica tread compound for enhanced wet weather performance<\/p>\n<p>Vans<br \/>\nPower Grip KC11 \u2013 a modern tyre for light commercial vehicles, KC11 combines well-proven performance with high durability. The toothed outer tread blocks provide excellent traction in snow, while centrally-placed directional V-grooves enhance drainage in wet weather conditions<\/p>\n<p>Kumho is an established supplier of cold and all-weather tyres for the more traditional winter tyre markets of Scandinavia and Central Europe, where its comprehensive range of products is very highly regarded. 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