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    Nokian Tyres Ground Kare product family just got a new member – 600/40-22.5 size recommended for wheeled excavators in the 9–15-ton range

    The rising star of excavator tires, Nokian Tyres Ground Kare, is now available in size that fits smaller wheeled excavators in the 9–15-ton range. With the new size, Nokian Tyres continues to make excavator work easier – especially in cramped city areas, like worksites near households, yards, and such.Nokian Tyres Ground Kare tire family took the excavating world by storm a few years back with its excellent all-round features. And since then, it has only kept improving with the new sizes extending its benefits to new sites. The latest addition to the range is the size 600/40-22.5 – fitting

    Aquaplaning: a few milimeters of tread depth can make huge difference in your driving safety

    At the end of the summer season, drivers can encounter sudden torrential storms that can instantly turn some sections of road into high-risk zones with the lurking danger of aquaplaning. Tire manufacturer Nokian Tyres explains what to look out for during the rainy season and why just a few millimeters of tread can make all the difference. Aquaplaning is a real threat in rainy weather. As soon as the tread is unable to drain all the water away from the point of contact between the tire and the road, a water cushion forms under the tire. This causes the tires to lose their grip and the

    Greener driving with the right tires – Here’s how to save up to half a litre of fuel per 100 kilometers

    Choosing the right tires can have a significant effect on your driving emissions. Taking differences in features, materials and the manufacturer’s environmental responsibility into account can help lower your carbon footprint when buying new tires. Choosing the right tires can help lower the emissions and fuel consumption of your vehicle. The most direct impact comes from differences in rolling resistance , which refers to the energy lost when the tire is moving. The lower the rolling resistance,

    Don’t compromise on safety – False beliefs are associated with tire pressure

    Driving safety and the longevity of tires can be improved through a measure that only takes a few minutes: by regulation of tires´ air pressure. Tire pressure needs to be higher in the winter in comparison with summer ones. Higher tire pressure is also required when the load is heavier than usual. Regardless of this, many people drive with too-low tire pressure because of driving comfort or dangerous beliefs. Matti Morri, an expert at Nokian Tyres , explains how many

    The Hakkapeliitta winter tire family is growing: New non-studded NOKIAN TYRES Hakkapeliitta® R5 offers unprecedented ice grip, silence and eco-friendly mobility for the Northern winter

    Nokian Tyres  is continuing to renew its legendary Hakkapeliitta winter tire range. NOKIAN TYRES Hakkapeliitta® 10  has been a great success and now the world's northernmost tire manufacturer is publishing its new flagship products: Hakkapeliitta® R5 Nordic non-studded winter tires designed for passenger cars and SUVs.- Hakkapeliitta winter tires  are known around the world as the champions of demanding winter weather. The new

    There are two types of tire noise – the tire label only accounts for one of them

    Noise level is one of the key factors affecting driving comfort. As the popularity of quiet electric cars increases, more and more drivers have taken an interest in tire noise, for example. External rolling noise and interior noise are different things, but you can reduce both by keeping your car and tires in good condition. Nokian Tyres  considers the noise aspect carefully in R&D and testing. As consumers shop for new tires, it is very difficult to know which of the available options would be the quietest on their vehicle. Tire noise is affected by several

    Improved efficiency by heavier loads – Nokian CT trailer tire gets even higher load-bearing capacity

    Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, September 2, 2021 – Designed for the heaviest loads and toughest surfaces, the Nokian CT agricultural trailer tire has brought stability, long service life and massive load-bearing capacity to earthmoving and contracting jobs for years. Now the popular 600/55R26.5 size of Nokian CT gets an update that enables even bigger loads and higher operating pressures – resulting in even better operational efficiency.Agricultural, municipal and earthmoving contractors face the same demands for efficiency as every other industry. Bigger, more powerful tractors can

    Nokian Tyres: The growing EV car segment deserves premium tires to meet its demanding requirements

    The Scandinavian tire manufacturer Nokian Tyres has been working hard to develop premium tires for electric cars  to satisfy the specific needs of the segment. Electric cars typically have high power outputs and their heavy battery packs cause them to weigh more than internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. Heavier cars also take longer to stop, putting increased emphasis on safety. Over the last decade, electric cars and hybrids have made a transition from a somewhat marginal part of the international automobile industry to one of the

    Efficiency and safety for maintenance work in built environment – Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tire is made available for utility tractors in popular 65-series sizes.

    Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, June 22, 2021 – Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tire offers the winning combination of all-season efficiency, unsurpassed grip in varying winter conditions and excellent handling on the road. Its versatility and wide size range have made it a popular choice from compact tractors to high-powered machines. Now, with the new 540/65R28 and 650/65R38 tire sizes, the number of available sizes extends to 29.The seasonal maintenance work in built environment is often very intense and carried out on a tight schedule. Nokian Tyres has made Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tractor

    Peace of mind beyond four seasons: New Nokian Seasonproof C offers first-class safety all-year round

    Scandinavian premium tire manufacturer Nokian Tyres is introducing a new all-season tire for professional use. The new Nokian Seasonproof C is designed for drivers who need reliability and first-class safety for snowy and slushy winter days but who also want top-notch performance and effortless driving feel in the summer. Developed for hard and versatile use, Nokian Seasonproof C offers precise handling and stability, excellent mileage and improved durability. Regardless of whether you are making every second count doing distribution on the narrow urban streets or cruising in your RV on

    Peace of mind for wintry ways: New Nokian Snowproof C – safety and stability for all winter conditions

    The new Nokian Snowproof C is a safe and reliable winter tire specially developed for professional and heavy-duty use. The tire’s most important characteristics are superb winter safety, comfort and durability. Designed to withstand load and wear as the kilometers add up, new Nokian Snowproof C offers excellent service life. The Nokian Snowproof C is a new premium winter tire  crafted to deliver peace of mind for Central European winter. The Nokian Snowproof C offers state-of-the-art safety for daily driving ensuring excellent

    New EU tire labels that make comparing tires easier will be introduced in May

    Europe will be the first region in the world to start using an ice grip label for tires. In addition to this, tires will have a snow grip symbol and a QR code that lead to an extensive, European database. The change will become effective on May 1. The aim is for the new labels to help buyers compare different tires and guide them toward safer, eco-friendlier tire choices. As a winter tire pioneer, Nokian Tyres  has been working for a long time to develop the labels. This work is now paying off. Tire labels 

    Autonomous vehicles with smart tires are on the way – safer driving is on the horizon

    Autonomous vehicles have arrived on roads. The growth of self-driving cars and smart tires will also improve road safety.In the future, tires designed for autonomous vehicles will require smart characteristics in addition to traditional ones such as wet grip. The sensor technology in tires will provide us with even more information on the driving conditions and their changes.– We will be seeing even more driver assist features, especially in premium tires, within a few years. The popularization of smart tires and autonomous driving is also likely to reduce traffic accidents, says Mika

    European drivers choose all-season tires for two main reasons – convenience and safety throughout the year

    More than half of European drivers with all-season tires choose them for their convenience as all-season tires do not need to be changed twice a year. Another reason, according to the survey* conducted by Nokian Tyres  in the past year, is the safety aspect. 50% believe that all-season tires are safe enough to use throughout the whole year in central Europe and they meet all the regulatory requirements for winter tires. The survey was conducted in four countries: Germany, France, Italy and Poland. The new Nokian Seasonproof  

    Winter tires and climate change: Future winter tires save fuel and the environment

    The tire industry is reducing its carbon dioxide emissions in four significant ways – Nokian Tyres is an industry pioneer. Climate change will affect driving in many different ways. Many companies in the automotive and tire industries are working to improve their operations and to do their part in cutting emissions from traffic. Rolling resistance is the largest contributor to carbon dioxide emissions from tires, and Nokian Tyres is a pioneer  in reducing it. Future winter tires save fuel and the environment. Cutting

    New Nokian Nordman® studded tires for northern winter weather: Nokian Nordman 8 and Nokian Nordman 8 SUV – Balanced grip, reliable driving

    Nokian Tyres,  the expert in demanding winter conditions, is introducing new Nokian Nordman winter tires for northern roads in fall 2021. The new Nokian Nordman 8 studded tire is balanced and safe on ice and snow alike. Handling feels precise and easy on slippery roads as well as in warmer weather. The Eco Stud 8 Concept improves controlled handling. This studding solution offers drivers much-appreciated grip during braking and acceleration, better wear resistance, and peace of mind through driving comfort. The comprehensive size selection of the Nokian Nordman

    Next generation of safety: The new NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA® 10 offers ultimate winter grip, driving comfort and eco-friendliness

    The new Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10  for passenger cars and Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV  for sport utility models and crossovers are made to deliver ultimate safety for situations it is needed the most. Providing next-generation safety, this flagship range of studded winter tires is an innovative combination of superior winter grip, driving comfort and eco-friendliness. A special new introduction into this product family is the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 EV (

    Nokian Tyres introduces new flagship products for its winter tire range: NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA® 10 utilizes the industry’s latest stud technology

    Nokian Tyres  is renewing its comprehensive and versatile range of studded tires. At the beginning of 2021, the world's northernmost tire manufacturer is introducing its new flagship products: the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 studded tires for passenger cars and SUVs. A special new introduction into this product family is a dedicated version for electric vehicles and hybrids. For the first time, Nokian Tyres is also introducing a model especially tailored for the Russian market: the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10p studded tire. - Nokian Hakkapeliitta winter tires are

    Massive increase in testing capacity and pride of workmanship – the new Nokian Heavy Tyres R&D Center is up and running

    Making professional tire use safer and more efficient sets high demands on product development. To bring new ideas to the market faster, testing has an important role. Nokian Tyres has invested heavily on a new, state-of-the-art test center for Nokian Heavy Tyres, upgrading the testing capabilities to a whole new level with added automation and capacity. Despite the challenges caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, the magic is already happening in the new building – enabling us to introduce more and better new heavy tires.   Due to Covid-19 restrictions, many phases of the construction

    Effective versatility in the most common sizes – the Nokian Ground King hybrid tractor tire range to cover twenty different sizes

    The Nokian Ground King tractor tire with its new kind of Hybrilug[TM] pattern caused quite a stir upon its release in 2019. For the first time, the same tire could bring excellent results both on soft field and in fast road transports. To unlock the potential versatility of as many tractors as possible, the Nokian Ground King tire range is steadily growing – with the total of 20 sizes available from this January. Every tire must make a long journey from an idea to something you can buy and use on your tractor. With Nokian Ground King, this journey started as a concept tire with a

    Safe and economical all-weather kilometers for medium-sized trucks – Nokian E-Truck 19.5 tire sizes complement the Nokian E-Truck range

    The Nokian E-Truck range of truck tires strike an excellent balance between economical, care-free kilometers and exceptionally good all-weather properties. The latest addition to the range is sizes for medium-sized trucks. The new 19.5 size complements the tire range, enabling medium-duty trucks in the 12–16-ton range to benefit from their readiness for every season.Regional and urban pickup and delivery traffic presents its own special challenges for tires. Maneuvering the tight corners and cramped courtyards in the city calls for precise handling properties. The suburban byways can get

    Nokian Tyres made a world record possible: Car pushing is a game of skill, not brute force

    A new Guinness World Record  for the fastest time to push a car one mile (1.6 km) has been set in Finland. The record was set by Jussi Kallioniemi, who says that this is not a test of brute force but rather an enormous puzzle. A key piece of the performance were the lightly rolling Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV winter tires  and their extremely light rolling resistance. 13 minutes and 26 seconds.

    Six new sizes – Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI extends the all-season capabilities of compact tractors

    Since its introduction some five years ago, the block-patterned Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tractor tire has gained a reputation for being a true all-season tire with superior winter capabilities. The size range has been gradually expanded to fill the needs of different kinds of contractors. The latest addition to the Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI range are six new sizes made specially for compact tractors and other compact machinery.   Nordic all-season tires must face a truly wide range of temperatures and driving conditions through the course of a year. From hot tarmac to icy roads,

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