With a new design highlighted by a high-contrast sidewall and coverage now extending up to 23-inch rim diameters, Vector All Season 4 unlocks premium, year-round capability and convenience for vehicle segments that until now had no all-season solution available.

Doubt Nothing – Grip the Moment

Goodyear Vector All Season 4 delivers optimized performance in all conditions, from dry roads to rain and light snow, and carries the European Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) certification. Developed using Goodyear’s latest technologies and dedicated materials, the tire delivers a carefully balanced combination of capabilities without compromising any single performance area. This enables the tire to adapt to changing temperatures, road conditions, and driving styles, for reliable year-round performance.

Independent test results further confirm the performance of Vector All Season 4. In a TÜV SÜD test commissioned by Goodyear, the tire emerged as a well-balanced product[2] according to Goodyear’s internal analysis of the TÜV test results, demonstrating consistently strong performance across all evaluated performance criteria. Its performance was also recognized by AutoBild, which awarded the tire an “Exemplary” rating[3], underlining its strengths as a reliable, well-rounded all‑season solution.

WeatherReady™ Technology

The tire’s uncompromised all-season performance is built on WeatherReady™ Technology, Goodyear’s new engineering foundation for all-season capability. It combines three advanced technologies: Dry Contact Plus, 3D Blade Sipe System and a new compound formula to deliver confident performance across changing conditions.

• Certain when it counts: A new tread pattern and optimized block design support confident grip across seasons and road conditions.
• Effortless control in dry and wet: An enhanced footprint during braking delivers excellent dry and wet performance.
• Efficient and refined drive: A new compound formula improves tread wear and rolling resistance, supporting extended mobility range – perfectly suited for EVs.

Built for Premium Fitments

Designed for today’s heavier, more powerful, and increasingly electrified vehicles, Vector All Season 4 responds to the evolving demands of the modern vehicle parc with broader fitment and enhanced capability.

By 2026, the lineup will include 96 SKUs across rim diameters from 16 to 23 inches, with 66% of the range in 19 inches and above. This broader coverage marks a significant step for the all-season segment, allowing more drivers and a wider variety of vehicles to rely on an all-season tire solution for the first time. Models such as Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Porsche Panamera and Macan, as well as Audi A6 e-tron, Q7 and SQ7, can now combine confident all-season performance with the convenience of year-round versatility.

This range expansion reflects both growing all-season demand[4] and an evolving vehicle parc. Between 2022 and 2025, sales of 19-inch and above all-season tires increased by more than 20%[5] per year, underscoring the shift toward larger rim sizes and highlighting the need for broader all-season fitment coverage.

Unapologetic Aesthetic – A Refined Premium Design

For fitments of 19 inches and above, Vector All Season 4 features an exclusive laser-engraved sidewall. The finish reinforces a powerful, premium appearance – enhancing the visual presence of modern performance and luxury vehicles, whether in motion or at a standstill.

“Goodyear has played a defining role in shaping the all-season category since its very beginnings, starting with the launch of Goodyear Tiempo in 1977 – the world’s first all-season tire,” says Ben Glesener, Senior Technology Director Product Development Consumer EMEA. “As we approach the 50-year anniversary of that milestone next year, Vector All Season 4 represents the next step in how we continue to redefine the all-season category. By raising all‑season performance and expanding the range to meet the demands of today’s premium and electric vehicles, we are making it easier than ever for more drivers to rely on a single tire solution throughout the year.

[1] https://news.goodyear.eu/goodyear-vector-4seasons-gen-3-achieves-top-rating--in-latest-adac-test/, https://news.goodyear.eu/goodyear-vector-4seasons-gen-3-awarded-test-winner-by-adac/, https://news.goodyear.eu/goodyear-vector-4seasons-gen-3-wins-auto-bilds-all-season-tire-test/

[2] Compared to average performance of the four most recent available models at the time of testing from the main competitors in the All-Season Segment (Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6, Continental AllSeasonContact 2, Michelin CrossClimate 2, Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF 3). Tested by TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH in November – December 2024 by order of Goodyear. Tire Size: 205/55R16 94V XL; Test Car: VW Golf VIII 1.5TSI, Skoda Superb 1.5TSI (PBN); Test Locations: GPG Mireval (F), UniBW Neubiberg (D), Arctic Center Saariselkä (FIN), TÜV SÜD Product Service Garching (D). Report No. 713349044-PM. Full report available at: https://www.goodyear.eu/en_gb/consumer/tire-test-reports.html#tabs-5aee07366f-item-e41c871169-tab

[3] AutoBild (D), 2026/04/29, comparing 5 all-season tires in size 225/40R18.

[4] Tyres Europe Quarterly Update Q4 & Full Year 2025: https://tyreseurope.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Tyres-Europe-Quarterly-Update-2025-Q4-1.1.pdf

[5] GfK an NIQ Company. GfK Panelmarket EU10 + TK data, 2022–2025.

The proposed changes, which are subject to required consultations with social partners, would impact approximately 600 sales and support function roles across EMEA. The company also expects to create around 200 new roles to support the new business model.

Jan-Piet van Kesteren, Managing Director EMEA and Chief Sales Officer EMEA Consumer: "This next phase of our transformation represents a critical step forward in our journey to unlock growth and meet – and exceed – the needs of our customers. Building on the progress we've already made, our business review revealed that further reducing internal complexity is essential to drive further success and position Goodyear for long-term success.

The proposed changes include:

• Streamlined operations that reduce internal friction and improve agility. Plans include further process improvements.
• Evolving our route to market, such as how we serve our customers.
• Refining our sales and support functions to align with our global operating model.

With these changes, the Company expects to increase business sustainability and enable future growth.

Importantly, the manufacturing footprint is not expected to be impacted, and there will be no immediate changes to how Goodyear serves its customers.

"Customers in EMEA can expect a Goodyear that is more agile, more responsive, and more focused on their success," added Jan-Piet van Kesteren. "By simplifying how we work internally, we're able to redirect our energy toward what matters most to our customers – delivering quality products, reliable service, and genuine partnership. As we embark on this journey, we would like to thank our employees for their continued dedication and professionalism. Goodyear is fully committed to transparent communication and will continue to keep all stakeholders informed throughout the process."

Goodyear’s tires-as-a-service offering combines premium truck tires, predictive analytics, and its expansive service network into one comprehensive, worry-free subscription. This model helps reduce total cost of ownership, increase uptime, and minimize emergency breakdowns—important for Veolia’s waste management fleet.

Thanks to Goodyear’s Tires-as-a-Service, Veolia also benefits from advanced technology that automatically measures tread depth, enabling timely tire maintenance and helping to improve safety and performance. In addition, automated mileage collection through the TaaS model reduces manual administrative work, further simplifying Veolia’s fleet operations.

In 2024, a pilot test was conducted at a Veolia Group site operating nearly 50 trucks to evaluate the impact of the Tires-as-a-Service solution. The results demonstrated clear benefits across all components of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). The solution allowed 94% of tires consistently maintained at the optimal pressure, generating significant fuel consumption improvement and 91% reduction of the breakdowns, optimizing the vehicle availability. Overall, the test vehicles achieved a 5.1% reduction in TCO. Based on these results, the solution is now being rolled out across all Veolia Group sites, promising a substantial return on investment at scale.

“Goodyear’s Tires-as-a-Service model will support us with proactive and efficient approach to fleet management. By outsourcing tire services to a trusted partner, we aim not only for reducing operational disruptions and costs but also supporting our broader goals around service efficiency,” said Vincent Caracostea Balan, Category Manager Waste Collection Solutions, Veolia France.

“We’ve been able to demonstrate the strong value of our Tires-as-a-Service solution during the pilot. This extended collaboration strengthens our commitment to helping customers like Veolia reduce unplanned downtime, lower costs, and focus on their core operations,” said  Piotr Czyzyk, Vice President Sales Commercial EMEA, Goodyear.

In addition, part of Veolia’s fleet in France will be equipped with the new Goodyear KMAX GEN-3 range, which delivers proven mileage performance with improved traction and up to 13% lower rolling resistance compared to its predecessor[1]. Designed with at least 40% sustainable materials[2] and ready for both conventional and electric vehicles, the KMAX GEN-3 lineup further supports Veolia’s goals of efficiency, safety, and more sustainable fleet operations.
 

[1] In comparison to predecessor, based on internal Goodyear data

[2] Goodyear defines a sustainable material as bio-based (originating from biological sources); renewable (composed of replenishable biomass); or recycled (reprocessed from reclaimed materials) material as defined in ISO 14021; or one produced using or contributing to other practices designed to promote resource conservation and/or emissions reductions.

The Citroën Skate and its "Pod" concepts were inspired by The Urban Collëctif, a project between Citroën, the international hotel group, Accor, and the JCDecaux media company. The vehicle and tires were revealed today in Paris. 

"We are proud to be introducing the prototype of our spherical concept tire as an integral part of the Citroën Autonomous Mobility Vision,” explains Hans Vrijsen, managing director, Original Equipment at Goodyear. “The Eagle 360 prototype is compact and its shape makes it agile and maneuverable, ideal for future urban and autonomous mobility solutions.” 

For over 120 years, Goodyear has continuously pursued innovations and inventions. As mobility evolved, Goodyear partnered with pioneers in everything from lunar exploration to land speed records to drive change and discovery.

Goodyear first introduced the Eagle 360 concept at the Geneva International Motor Show in 2016, following up in 2017 with a second iteration, the Eagle 360 Urban concept. Time magazine declared the Eagle 360 concept as one of the 25 best innovations of 2016[1]. 

The Eagle 360 prototype draws its inspiration from these concepts and shares several innovative features with them, as well as introducing new features of its own:

• High maneuverability: With its spherical shape, this multi-orientation prototype tire can move in all directions, delivering both maneuverability and passenger comfort. The Eagle 360 prototype provides a smooth ride by creating a fluid, lateral movement. This helps the Citroën Skate platform to easily overtake obstacles.
• Maintenance-free: The Eagle 360 prototype is a non-pneumatic tire. With no need for pressure monitoring or risk of puncture, it minimizes downtime for the Citroën Autonomous Mobility Vision. 
• Long-lasting: With four times the tread surface of a standard tire, the Eagle 360 prototype would also wear four times slower than a traditional tire, leading to less frequent tire replacement.
• Extended range: By using a stiff inner structure and low rolling resistance rubber compound, the Eagle 360 prototype is designed for low deflection at the point of contact with the road. This can contribute to reducing energy loss and lowering rolling resistance, which can help to extend the battery range of an electric vehicle.
• Consistent grip: By using hexagonal siping, the Eagle 360 prototype is designed to provide consistent grip independent of the driving direction.

This is the latest in a series of partnerships between Goodyear and the Citroën Design Team, building on their recent collaboration on the autonomous, connected, electric Citroën 19_19 Concept that was revealed to mark Citroen’s centenary year in 2019.

Throughout the project, Goodyear's Advanced Design Studio team collaborated closely with the Citroën Design Team to design and deliver a bespoke Eagle 360 prototype which is in total harmony with the vision and objectives of the Citroën Autonomous Mobility Vision.

“Concept tires are the basis for an innovative company like Goodyear to engage with future mobility challenges and develop new, groundbreaking products and services. We are honored to have partnered with Citroën on this unique mobility project and to have taken a further step in the development of one of our most innovative concepts,” Vrijsen concluded.

The first power station will be a photovoltaic carport consisting of 1 500 solar panels, covering a parking lot of around 4 000 m². With an annual production of 657.500 kWh, the carport will be the first in Luxembourg of this scale and will generate enough energy to supply a number of households.

Completion of the first station is targeted for August 2021 while plans for the second power station are targeted for 2022.

When finished, both stations will produce annually around 5 GWh of electric power and reduce carbon emissions by around 50.000 tons for the next 20 years, while providing clean energy yearly for more than 1,200 households.

“Thanks to this project we will produce local green and carbon-free energy for Luxembourgish citizens, “said Xavier Fraipont, Goodyear’s Vice President for Product Development in Europe Middle East and Africa. “We are pleased to help the Luxembourgish government in its goal to the switch to 100% renewable energies."

Erik von Scholz, CEO of Enovos Luxembourg added: "Enovos in close collaboration with our industrial partners strive to progress swiftly the implementation of renewable energies and thus the decarbonization of the energy sector. Enovos’ ambitions are enabled by its expertise to develop and put in action renewable energy sourced solution. This joint project illustrates our continuous commitment to drive the energy transition in the Greater Region."

“Solar energy is the energy of the future, and the latest figures are a clear proof that more and more residents and companies are embracing it: the production of photovoltaic power plants is constantly increasing. I am therefore very pleased that Goodyear, an industrial actor of the north of the country, is joining this development and consequently helps to convince even more players that photovoltaic energy is not only beneficial for the climate, but also for the economy” said the Minister for Energy, Claude Turmes.

In addition to strengthening Goodyear’s product development at the European site, the new driving simulator also enhances technical collaboration with its headquarters in Akron, Ohio, where another DiM250 was recently put into operation. In addition, both of Goodyear’s innovation centers employ VI-grade COMPACT Simulators to complement virtual tire development processes.

Driving simulators allow tire models to be developed, tested and validated early in the development cycle, identifying the best performing tires before building a first prototype. This matches with the pace of the automotive development process, providing tire models at the right time when requested by vehicle manufacturers.

“This level of simulation capability is a clear technology leadership advantage,” said Chris Helsel, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Goodyear. “We are always looking to appropriately accelerate the development process and maintain our status as the preferred supplier for our customers.”

“We are delighted to report on the adoption of a second DiM250 DYNAMIC Driving Simulator at Goodyear,” said Guido Bairati, VP Global Sales and Marketing, VI-grade. “With DiM250 and COMPACT simulators on both sides of the ocean, Goodyear is now at the forefront of virtual tire development and gains a significant competitive advantage when it comes to collaboration with automotive OEMs and accelerated product development. In both locations, Goodyear engineers will count on digital twins of important circuits such as Nurburgring Nordschleife, Virginia International Raceway and Idiada Spain Proving Grounds, and on advanced tire models in CDTire format from Fraunhofer Institute.”

The two stations will produce annually around 5 GWh and reduce carbon emissions by 46.300 tons, providing clean energy for around 1,200 households for the next 20 years.

As part of the company’s Goodyear Better Future corporate responsibility strategy, Goodyear previously outlined goals to reduce its environmental impact and increase its commitment to protect the environment.

Goodyear is tracking well toward that target, with the photovoltaic power stations projected to add local, green, carbon-free energy into the Luxembourg energy grid beginning in 2022.

The photovoltaic stations will expand on Goodyear’s long-standing relationship with Luxembourg’s main energy supplier, Enovos, to produce steam for production at its Luxembourg plant.

“At Goodyear, we are continuously working to reduce our environmental impact,” said Xavier Fraipont, Goodyear’s Vice President for Product Development in Europe Middle East and Africa. “This project will contribute to the local green and carbon-free energy supply, benefiting the community and helping to protect the environment for years to come.”

Erik von Scholz, CEO of Enovos Luxembourg added: “We are delighted to continue our great and longtime collaboration with Goodyear. This project is a prime example of our ambitions to increase our local renewable energy production and provide our customers with high quality green products for a more sustainable future.”

“I welcome Goodyear's announcement, which is perfectly in line with our policy of energy transition. By speeding up this transition, we can not only strengthen our resilience but also our independence from fossil fuel imports” contributes the Minister for Energy, Claude Turmes.

“The Goodyear Blimp is a true icon that has captured the imaginations of consumers and enthusiasts in the United States and across the world for nearly one hundred years,” said Mike Rytokoski, Vice-President and Chief Marketing Officer, Goodyear Europe, “Its return to Europe has been long-awaited and is the perfect way to celebrate our return to international motorsport, our new media partnership with Eurosport and the cutting-edge additions to our product portfolio.”

The Goodyear Blimp operating in Europe will be a Goodyear-branded, Zeppelin NT airship, operated by Deutsche Zeppelin-Reederei GmbH of Friedrichshafen, Germany. This marks the latest chapter in a nearly 100-year relationship between Goodyear and Zeppelin.

The semi-rigid Zeppelin NT airship measures over 75m in length – nearly three quarters the length of a soccer field – and almost 18m in height. It is the same model airship as the three Goodyear blimps operated by Goodyear in the United States. It will act as a stunning brand ambassador for Goodyear as it soars over Europe, providing unique aerial coverage of key racing events and operating commercial (passenger) flights across Germany.

“Zeppelin is proud to be furthering and expanding our long-standing collaboration with Goodyear,” said Eckhard Breuer, CEO of Deutsche Zeppelin-Reederei GmbH, “We look forward to adding Europe to our area of cooperation, giving our relationship a new, international dimension.”

More commonly seen flying in the United States at major sporting events including NASCAR races, NBA games and PGA golf events, the Goodyear Blimp is a European icon in its own right. It first arrived in Europe in March 1972, making its maiden flight in June that year in Cardington, England. Christened ‘Europa’, it took to the skies over Europe over the subsequent 14 years, appearing at a number of prominent sporting and cultural events, including the 1985 German Grand Prix at the Nürburgring, the 1986 French Open at Rolland Garros and even two British royal weddings, before being retired in 1986.

Goodyear blimps have returned to tour Europe in subsequent years, however today’s test flight from Friedrichshafen is the first time a Goodyear Blimp has flown in Europe since 2012.

The Goodyear Blimp will fly in the Friedrichshafen area and more widely around Germany over the coming weeks and is ultimately planned to provide aerial footage of some of the major remaining European races of the 2020 motorsports calendar.

This will add a further, significant boost to Goodyear’s international racing comeback. The company has already been appointed official tire supplier to the LMP2 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the European Le Mans Series as of the 2021 season, and the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) and, via a new media partnership with leading European sporting broadcaster, Eurosport, the FIA World Touring Car Cup (WTCR) and Pure ETCR, the first all-electric multi-brand touring car series, as of the 2020 season.

Beyond just tire service, AndGo delivers full vehicle readiness, helping consumer fleets boost their performance. Through monitoring of service needs and quick and easy scheduling, AndGo activates Goodyear’s vast service network for convenient scheduling to reduce downtime.

Goodyear Chairman, CEO and President Richard J. Kramer said, “AndGo is another Goodyear innovation that will help enable mobility today and in the future. There is no one better positioned than Goodyear with our service network, intelligent tire solutions and predictive software to provide premium fleet readiness.”

Fleets engaging AndGo will benefit from continuous care through routine inspections and tire monitoring leveraging Goodyear’s intelligent tires. AndGo eliminates the guesswork in fleet management allowing fleets to focus on their end-customers, whether it is today’s drivers or passengers in emerging autonomous vehicles.

AndGo is currently available in select U.S. markets today and will expand to additional markets in mid-2020.

Through collaboration with fleets, AndGo will accelerate and create new standards for mobility, backed by the more than 120 years of Goodyear experience. For more information about AndGo, visit www.andgonow.com.

Goodyear Ventures will continue and expand Goodyear’s growing relationships in new mobility, with a focus on partnering and investing in startups with a shared vision of sustainable, safe and new mobility experiences that make life’s connections easier every day.

Goodyear’s Chairman, CEO and President Richard J. Kramer said, “Goodyear is a technology-driven mobility company that seeks out and partners with other mobility thought leaders ranging from small startups to proven business models. Goodyear Ventures will take this effort to the next level to engage and shape how people move in the future.” Goodyear Ventures will focus on eight themes shaping mobility:

• Electric and autonomous technologies
• Connected mobility solutions
• Next-generation public mobility
• Next-generation aviation mobility
• Future transportation infrastructure
• Future maintenance and operations
• Emerging technologies
• New tire materials

In addition to capital, Goodyear Ventures’ portfolio companies will have the opportunity to learn and grow with Goodyear through its extensive technology and innovation resources, vast vehicle service network, and global manufacturing and product development footprint. For more information on Goodyear Ventures, go to www.goodyearventures.com.

Goodyear is simplifying the tire-buying process by offering German consumers the option to purchase tires and schedule installation on its website, www.goodyear.de/shop.

The program, announced today in Hanau, has been designed with the convenience-driven consumer in mind, offering a number of unique features that seek to simplify the tire purchasing process by providing a seamless transaction from purchase to installation.

“This program responds to the needs of consumers who prefer the convenience of online shopping” said Frédéric Schilling, Director E-Commerce Channel, Consumer Europe at Goodyear.

“Goodyear is now offering German drivers a seamless online shopping experience, the superior performance of Goodyear tires and the confidence of having them installed by a trusted local retailer,” Jürgen Titz, Managing Director Consumer EU Central & Car Dealer Channel added.

By visiting www.goodyear.de/shop, German drivers can become the first in Europe to purchase Goodyear tires online direct from Goodyear from any computer or mobile device. Available Goodyear tire options are provided, along with clear information to support the tire selection process right through to the end, guiding consumers to the specific tire that fits their needs.

Using an online agenda that is integrated with Goodyear’s premium installer network, which currently covers over half of German households within a 30-minute drive, the consumer can then schedule an appointment for tire installation at a retailer of their choice online. This is particularly important in a seasonal market like Germany, where mounting slots are in high demand at peak times.

All tire and installation costs are paid online and upfront, allowing consumers to simply show up for the appointment at their scheduled installation time.

To fulfil these consumers’ demands, Goodyear is closely cooperating with selected tire retailers and has built a dedicated partner network for its e-commerce solution. This enables Goodyear to offer consumers a seamless online shopping experience while leveraging business to local retailers.

Goodyear launched its e-commerce platform in the USA in 2015 and has adapted the model to the requirements of the European market for this pilot in Germany. It will gradually be rolled out across the rest of the region at a later stage.

When Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon drove to victory in the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, Ford wasn’t the only American company making its mark on the world stage. The famous black GT40 Mark II was running on Goodyear tires – even if it had started the race on rubber from the company’s big rival in the so-called tire wars, Firestone.

“McLaren and Amon’s victory sealed a podium sweep for Goodyear and was our second straight triumph at Le Mans,” explains Mike Rytokoski, Vice-President, Chief Marketing Officer Europe for Goodyear. “Goodyear is particularly proud to have played such a key role in this historic event in motorsports. We’re glad to honor this heritage with a comprehensive association campaign with the Le Mans ‘66 film.”

The Film

Academy Award®-winners Matt Damon and Christian Bale star in Le Mans ‘66, the remarkable true story of the visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby (Damon) and the fearless British driver Ken Miles (Bale), who together battled the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.

The Race

The 1966 24 hours of Le Mans started in damp conditions and it quickly became apparent that they suited the Goodyears better than the Firestones. Two of the Shelby American racing team cars participating – the #1 of Ken Miles/Denny Hulme and the #3 of Dan Gurney/Jerry Grant – were having no issues with their Goodyear tires, but the Firestone-shod McLaren was losing chunks of tread on the Mulsanne straight at more than 210mph.

When he pitted to hand over to Amon, he sought out the Firestone representative and negotiated a switch to Goodyears.

As the end of the race rolled around the next day, the surviving #2, #1 and #5 Fords – the latter being the Holman & Moody car of Ronnie Bucknum and Dick Hutcherson – lined up for a staged finish. The manufactured dead-heat between the two Shelby machines continues to be debated to this day, but history records that McLaren and Amon were given the win based on starting further back and therefore having travelled a greater distance in the same time. But for the early switch to Goodyears, they wouldn’t even have been in contention.

Goodyear Racing

In subsequent years, Goodyear would amass a total of 14 wins in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and become a racing powerhouse with 368 Formula One Grand Prix wins - a record that stands unbeaten.

For the 2019-20 season, Goodyear has returned to international sports car racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship. In 2020, the company will race again at Le Mans in the LMP2 category.

“The story behind the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1966 perfectly captures Goodyear’s spirit of passion, performance and innovation”, said “Mike Rytokoski, Vice-President, Chief Marketing Officer Europe for Goodyear. “It’s with this same spirit that we decided earlier this year to become once again a tire supplier for the FIA World Endurance Championship. We are looking forward to be on the grid again in Le Mans next year.”

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac für schwerstes Gelände entwickelt

Seine Flexibilität und Robustheit konnte der Wrangler DuraTrac in den letzten drei Jahrzehnten in unzähligen Abenteuer-Missionen rund um den Globus beweisen. Der Off-Road Spezialist wurde mit seiner TractiveGroove Technology für die Bewältigung schwierigster Geländegegebenheiten entwickelt. Dazu zählen tiefe Sandhänge, Sandpisten, dornige Savannenbüsche, bewachsene Schotterpisten, Kies und Schlamm. Das Profil bietet eine besonders gute Traktion und Seitenstabilität auf den anspruchsvollsten Oberflächen durch eine speziell entwickelte Geometrie, welche beste Selbstreinigungsfähigkeiten von Kies, Schmutz und Schlamm sicherstellt. Im Resultat ermöglicht dies den Land Rover Fahrzeugen auch extreme Hindernisse zu überwinden.

"Wir freuen uns sehr, unseren Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac für diese Land Rover Experience Tour zur Verfügung zu stellen", sagte Mike Rytokoski, Chief Marketing Officer Europe bei Goodyear. „Es zeigt einmal mehr, dass Land Rover auf unsere Reifen vertraut, wenn es darum geht, die Fahrzeuge an ihre Grenzen zu bringen."

„Unsere Beziehung zu Goodyear erstreckt sich über viele Jahrzehnte. Goodyear-Reifen wurden bereits auf den ersten Range Rover montiert. Heute setzt sie sich mit der Entwicklung der nächsten Reifen-Generation für unsere neuesten Fahrzeuge, wie den neuen Land Rover Defender, fort. Es versteht sich von selbst, dass wir uns freuen, dass Goodyear unsere Land Rover Discovery Fahrzeuge auf dieser Tour ausstattet“, sagt Christian Löer, Marketing & PR Direktor von Jaguar Land Rover Deutschland.

The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1 received the praise thanks to its safe performance under all testing conditions.[1] On snow the tire stood out with its grip and predictability in wintery conditions, while in wet conditions it was able to showcase great traction. In dry conditions the UltraGrip Performance Gen-1 convinced the editors of Auto Zeitung with a very balanced performance.

Auto Zeitung used a BMW 520D to test thirteen tires on a test track (Arctic Center) in Finland. The test criteria on different road surfaces include amongst others: traction, steering precision, driving stability and comfort.

“Goodyear has always had a very strong line-up of Winter tires’, comments Mike Rytokoski, Vice-President, Chief Marketing Officer Europe for Goodyear. “The many awards across the UltraGrip range are a testament to this, and we are very happy to add the Auto Zeitung award to the list.”

[1] Auto Zeitung (GER) – Issue 22, October 2019 – Tire size: 225/55R17 – Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1, Michelin Alpin 5, Vredestein Wintrac Pro, Dunlop Winter Sport 5, Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3, Nokian WR A4, Continental WinterContact TS850P, Nexen Winguard Sport 2, Falken Eurowinter HS01, Maxxis Arctictrekker WP06, Fortuna Winter UHP, Austone SP 901, Goodride SW608, 210 Euro

One pair of tires for Goodyear, one giant leap for the future of mobility: almost 50 years ago, Goodyear’s non-pneumatic XLTs were the first to ever leave a tire track on the moon. The 1950s and 60s were a period of intense innovation for Goodyear as it actively worked with pioneers to drive change and discovery. To this day, Goodyear has never seized reinventing both itself and mobility by creating and presenting state-of-the-art tires.

Since 1898 – back when its first products included carriage tires and horseshoe pads –Goodyear has been a company of technology driven firsts that partners with pioneers to shape the future of mobility. In 1969, that partner was NASA as Goodyear was chosen to create with non-pneumatic tires to equip a cart that astronauts could use to transport rock samples two years later.

The Modularized Equipment Transporter (MET), a two-wheeled unpowered cart used to carry equipment and samples collected by the astronauts on Apollo 14. The MET was about 75 kg when loaded, and was pulled at speeds up to 4 km/hr. Its wheels were made of smooth rubber and were supported by nitrogen filled inner-tubes. To make it easier to pull the cart through soft lunar soil and over rocks, the MET wheels were designed to be fairly compliant.

It’s a milestone that highlighted the extraordinary period of intense innovation for Goodyear. In 1965, its tires equipped Craig Breedlove’s jet-powered car, the Spirit of America, on its way to a new land speed record. In 1977, Goodyear changed the perception of consumers by offering them the choice to keep the same set of tires all year round with the iconic Tiempo: the world’s first all-season tire.

Goodyear’s innovations have been redefining tire performance, enriching people’s driving experience and pushing mobility boundaries for over 120 years. Goodyear proves it still is indispensable in today’s changing FACE of mobility – with a focus on Fleets, Autonomous, Connected and Electric vehicles – by annually showcasing futuristic concept tires like the Eagle 360, Oxygene and AERO at the Geneva International Motor Show.

“Goodyear’s C100 concept tire was specifically designed for the Citroën 19_19 Concept vehicle,” said Mike Rytokoski, Chief Marketing Officer, Consumer Europe at Goodyear. “It features technology to deliver maximum comfort and efficiency for electric mobility and the intelligent capabilities needed to support an autonomous vehicle.”

The C100 concept includes several innovative features:

• “Tall and Narrow” Structure: The C100 is nearly one meter in diameter, which compares to 60 cm for an average tire. This larger diameter would deliver efficiency, comfort and performance benefits, from lower rolling resistance – to increase the energy efficiency and range of the Citroën 19_19 Concept vehicle – to improved ride and wet performance.
• Custom Tread Design: The C100 features a custom, nature-inspired tread design that provides both comfort and handling benefits. With nearly 100 more blocks in its tread band than the average tire, the C100 would deliver a far quieter ride, a crucial consideration for ensuring comfort in electric vehicles. In addition, the C100’s tread groove compound is inspired by the attributes of a natural sponge. With its ability to stiffen in the dry or soften in the wet, this adaptable tread would enhance handling, grip and braking in both conditions.
• Intelligence and Connectivity: The C100 concept is designed to use advanced sensor technology. It would be able to sense road surface and weather conditions and communicate with the Citroën 19_19 Concept vehicle’s autonomous control system to improve driving performance. It would also feature advanced active wear technology to assess the state of the tire, allowing for proactive tire maintenance.

While the C100 is a purely conceptual design, some of its featured technologies, such as a “tall and narrow” structure, are already being supplied by Goodyear today, while others, such as intelligent tire capabilities, are being developed.

“Citroën is a mobility pioneer that throughout its history has developed iconic vehicles and groundbreaking new technologies. As they mark their 100th anniversary, Goodyear is honored to partner with Citroën in writing another chapter in the future of mobility,” Rytokoski concluded.