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Third top five finish for team in 2010 Hankook tyres triumph in wet and dry conditions Daventry, UK, August 30 2010 – The speed and consistency of Norwegian rally ace Andreas Mikkelsen has netted the Hankook IRC team another top five finish with success on the Barum Czech Rally Zlin at the...

Hankook Tire more than tripled sales in the CIS market within the last five years Record global sales driven by excellent results in Russia and the Commonwealth Renowned independent magazines thrilled by the quality of Hankook tyres All new winter tyre products unveiled as a global...

Hankook unveils new line-up of winter tyres at Moscow Automobile Salon Studdless “Winter i*cept evo” with optimised silica compound and asymmetric pattern offers superior traction on dry, wet and snowy roads Studdable “Winter i*Pike LT” provides outstanding durability by 3D groove and optimal...

Hankook returns to Barum Czech Rally Zlin Team looks to build on recent success with Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000 Daventry, UK, August 25 2010 – Hankook’s Intercontinental Rally Challenge team is in action this weekend with Andreas Mikkelsen back at the wheel of the Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000 on...

Honorary Citizenship to Seung-Hwa Suh, Hankook Tire’s Vice Chairman and Global CEO Hankook Tire is committed to local community on long-term basis Hankook Tire boosts and contributes to the region’s development Rácalmás/Hungary, August 23 2010 – Seung-Hwa Suh, Hankook Tire Co., Ltd Vice...

Hankook increases presence in German and Spanish top-class footballFootball sponsoring great part of medium- and long-term marketing strategy Neu-Isenburg/ Germany, August 20 2010 – Hankook Tire, currently the seventh largest and one of the fastest growing tyre manufacturers in the world, have...

Incident packed weekend for Hankook IRC teamHankook development tyres pass toughest of tests Daventry, UK, July 20 2010 – Hankook driver Andreas Mikkelsen is celebrating success after a dramatic finale to the Stat Rallye Acores at the weekend which resulted in an impressive fourth...

Center to provide intensive education program for production line workers and trainees from global production network Korea, China and HungaryTo establish unified systems for efficiency through collaborationExpected to play a crucial role in producing the world’s highest quality tyres July 19,...

Hankook makes IRC Azores debut Team looks to build on recent success with Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000 Neu-Isenburg, Germany, July 13 2010 – Final preparations are being made for this weekend’s round of the Intercontinental Rally Challenge event as the Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000 is readied for the...

Fifth overall for Andreas Mikkelsen in Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000First points for Hankook in Intercontinental Rally Challenge Daventry, UK, July 2 2010 – Hankook is celebrating success on the world rally stage after its IRC driver Andreas Mikkelsen finished fifth overall on the Geko Ypres...

Hankook Tire’s 20-inch high-performance tyre to be equipped on Ford’s luxury vehicle Lincoln MKT in Canada after Hankook’s effort to develop a customized tyre that meets Ford’s high standardsHankook Tire increasingly recognized as a highly prospective tyre brand by the world’s leading automakers...

Geko Ypres Rally for HankookAsphalt debut for Hankook Ford Fiesta S2000 Daventry, UK, June 18 2010 – Hankook’s international rally programme moves to Belgium next week for the Geko Ypres Rally – the IRC asphalt debut for the Hankook Fiesta S2000 in the hands of Norwegian rally Ace Andreas...

Hankook-Farnbacher Racing Team takes 2nd place of GT2 class at the Le Mans 24H RaceHankook Tire promoted its advanced technology and commitment to motorsports by achieving excellent results in one of the world’s top 24-hour endurance races Le Mans, France/Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 14 June 2010 –...

Team is optimistic ahead of the start of the 24-hour race in Le Mans Equipment is highly promising Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 11 June 2010 – The Hankook-Farnbacher Racing Team is looking forward to the upcoming 24-hour race in Le Mans with optimism. On June 12th, the team will take the starting...

Ninth appearance at the “Reifen” trade fair to reflect company’s growing importance on the European market Volkswagen Group certifies European production site of Hankook Tire for all affiliated brands Trade press regularly confirms the top quality of Hankook products Hankook products demonstrate...

Hankook livery for Mikkelsen Eurosport joins as co-sponsor Successful test in Cumbria Daventry, UK, May 31 2010 – Norwegian rally ace Andreas Mikkelsen has just completed the first full test of the Hankook Fiesta S2000 he will drive on selected IRC rounds this year –starting next month in...

Major European car manufacturer uses Hankook OE tyres“A” qualification allows it to manufacture all Hankook OE tyres for the VW GroupISO/TS 16949:2009 certification to Hankook Tire Hungary plant Rácalmás, Hungary / Neu-Isenburg, Germany, May 27 2010 – Hankook Tire‘s Hungarian plant in Rácalmás, is...

Double premiere: First Ferrari ever at the ADAC Zurich 24h Race, Hankook Farnbacher Racing Team starts for the first timeTop team and tyre performance were the key drivers to successPodium aimed for the 24 Hours of Le Mans Neu-Isenburg/Germany, May 20, 2010 – The Hankook Farnbacher Racing Team...

First Ferrari ever at the 24 Hours in the “Green Hell”Second highlight of the season at the 24 Hours of Le Mans Neu-Isenburg, Germany, May 14, 2010 – Hankook Tire, currently the seventh largest tyre manufacturer in the world, and among the fastest growing, looks forward to the highlights of the...

Hankook Tire invests in education and creates long-term jobs for next generation rubber professionalsTyre manufacturer vocational training launched by Hankook Tire for unemployed peopleHankook to train and offer guaranteed job for 700 unemployed workers by 2011Partnership with secondary school and...

Preparations for the 24 Hours in the “Green Hell“ at the Nürburgring already underwayCommitment to European Le Mans Series continuesSecond season highlight during the 24 Hours of Le Mans Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 29th March 2010 – Hankook Tire, currently the seventh largest tyre manufacturer in the...

Hankook Ventus S1 evo the clear No. 1 both in the wet and in the dryThe editor dubs the Ventus S1 evo “The new yardstick in this tyre class”Maximum points in the individual categories relevant to safety tooHankook Tire’s premium claim is confirmed once again Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 18th March 2010...

Promobil magazine names Hankook light truck tyre as test winner Top marks for braking, handling, and hydroplaning on wet surfacesLow rolling resistance and good comfort are additional strengths Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 16 March 2010 – Europe’s biggest RV magazine, Promobil, has published the results...

Manfred Sandbichler named new Motorsports Manager at Hankook Tire EuropeEffective coordination of European rally and circuit racing activities Neu-Isenburg, Germany, March 15, 2010 – The motorsport activities of Hankook Tire in Europe will in future be headed up by Manfred Sandbichler (45), who...

German automotive magazine for VW and Audi vehicles rates Hankook flagship with best marks on wet and dryVentus S1 evo also recommended by European automotive clubsConvinces in categories mileage and rolling resistance Neu-Isenburg, Germany March 12 2010 – In the current summer tyre test of the...

Well-known tyre expert joins the team at the Europe Technical CenterYears of professional experience in the UHP segmentEuropean R&D centre of Hankook Tire continues to grow Neu-Isenburg, March 10, 2010 – Hankook Tire, currently the seventh largest and one of the fastest growing tyre...