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Over the past 50 years Kumho Tires has thrived through a full range of business environments and has grown to be one of the world's top 10 tyre companies
The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is a high-performance tyre designed for exceptional handling, traction, and durability.
The Kumho Ecowing ES31 is a car tyre designed to deliver an eco-friendly performance.
The Kumho Solus 4S HA32 is a mid-range all-season tyre manufactured by Kumho since 2020.
The Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV is a high-performance tyre tailored for sporty SUV models, delivering enhanced handling and durability.
The Kumho Tire Company - with their headquarters based in Seoul, South Korea - was founded in 1960. Today the company one of the leading tyre manufacturers in the world - selling over 60 million
mid-range tyres a year. With more than 10,000 employees around the world, Kumho develops, produces and distributes tyres mainly for cars, SUVs, vans and heavy goods vehicles. It has factories in Korea, China, Vietnam and the USA and research and development centres in Korea, China, Europe and North America.
Kumho tyres are fitted as original equipment across the globe by car manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Renault and Volkswagen, as well as the Korean firms Hyundai and Kia.
Kumho is proud to be an Official Partner of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
To find about more about this brand please visit Kumho Tyres.
In July of 2018, Chinese tyre company Doublestar acquired majority shares of Kumho. At the time, Doublestar Industrial Co. Ltd. Acquired 45% stake in the South Korean tyre company in a £482 million deal. Kumho also have other institutional backing, with companies stuch as Woorie Financial Group and the Korea Development Bank having a stake in Kumho.
Kumho manufacture their own tyres in several manufacturing facitilities. Kumho have three main manufacturing plants based in South Korea, the Pyeongtaek Plant, the Gokseong Plant and the Gwangju Plant. Kumho also have three facilities in China which helps the brand distribute to 180 countries worldwide.
The tyres/tires spelling depends on what version of the English language an individual/nation uses. In the United States, American English is used which has the spelling of the word as 'tires'. In the United Kingdom, Kumho would be selling their products under the spelling 'tyres', as the country uses British English.
Kumho tyres are designed to provide a balance of performance and longevity. On average, Kumho tyres can last between 40,000 to 60,000 miles, depending on driving conditions, maintenance, and tyre models.
The markings on a tyre hold valuable information that should be taken into account when making a selection. These markings encompass a variety of details, such as width, aspect ratio, load and speed ratings, construction type, and wheel diameter. Furthermore, the tyre lists the brand name, range, and specific information regarding tyre pressure, wear indicators, and suitability for winter conditions. Look out for any OE markings, as they indicate whether the tyre was specifically designed for a particular car model.
Yes, Kumho tyres are made in China, as well as other countries throughout the globe. Their 3 main factories in China are - the Tianjin Plant, the Gaoxin Plant (in Nanjing) and the Changchun Plant
Kumho does produce winter tyres that are capable a good performance in snowy conditions. However, not all of Kumho's tyres are suitable for winter and snowy conditions however. Only their tyres specifically developed for such weather.
The noise levels of Kumho tyres will vary depending on the tyre type and the model. However, generally Kumho tyres are considered reasonably quiet. You may find quieter tyres on the market, but by the same token you will also fine noisier ones too.
