Hankook's 20-inch Optimo H426 luxury performance touring all-
season tire in size P255/50R20H is original equipment on the
2011 Ford Explorer.
“This latest OE fitment for the 2011 Ford Explorer shows
Hankook’s commitment to vehicle manufacturers and consumers
alike,” says Soo Ill Lee, president and CEO of Hankook Tire
America Corp. “Our relationship with Ford and our other OE
partners is a key component of our brand strategy in North
America.”
The company has been supplying OE tires to Ford for models
such as the F-150, Edge, Flex, Mondeo and Fusion since
2003.
According to Lee, automakers the world over are appreciative
of the company’s strong global logistics network, on-time
delivery and excellent service. The result has been
“significant OE business growth in the global market” spurred
by recognition of Hankook’s “superiority and cutting-edge tire
technology.”
The Optimo H426 Ford Explorer fitment features 20 percent
lower rolling resistance than its predecessor.
“Elegant in its look,” the Optimo H426 adopts a rib-block
design to minimize vibration while driving and employs an
optimized lateral groove width to generate the least possible
noise. This groove design, along with the V-shaped
unidirectional pattern, also improves the tire’s wet weather
performance, according to the company.
For more information, visit www.hankooktireusa.com.
