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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced last week the launch of their new ElectricDrive GT tires — the veteran tiremaker’s first foray into the world of electric vehicle (EV) replacement tires.
According to the company, the ElectricDrive GTs are “ultra-high performance, all-season” tires designed to deliver long-lasting tread wear and a near-silent ride for EV drivers and passengers.
“Products that anticipate the mobility needs of consumers are central to Goodyear’s focus on innovation excellence. Electric vehicles present a very specific set of requirements for load, torque, noise, range, rolling resistance and overall performance,” said David Reese, Vice President of Product Development at Goodyear Americas. “We’re proud to deliver leading technologies to serve the evolving EV landscape.”
The ElectricDrive GT line of tires features Goodyear’s SoundComfort Technology for reduced road noise, as well as an asymmetric tread pattern and a specialized tread compound for enhanced traction year-round under both wet and dry conditions.
“With the continued growth in the EV segment, Goodyear recognized an opportunity to provide consumers with a tire designed for the unique needs of these vehicles,” said Andrew Lau, the company’s Product Marketing Manager.
“We know drivers are looking for a replacement tire that delivers enhanced tread wear without sacrificing performance. The ElectricDrive GT was designed with that in mind, and we’re thrilled to bring this option to market for EV drivers in the U.S.”
The Goodyear ElectricDrive GT is available in size 255/45R19 104W XL, and the company plans on adding more offerings to the product line in 2022. The tire will be available to buy through goodyear.com, and according to the company is “an ideal fit for some of the most popular EV high-performance models.”
Goodyear isn’t the first tiremaker to launch dedicated EV tires — Michelin announced its Sport EV tires back in February, but more choice for consumers is never a bad idea, especially when the choice comes from a reputable brand. Tesla even switched from Hankook/Michelin tires to Goodyear for the Made in China Model Y earlier this year.
