What is Kumho Tire?
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KUMHO Tire refers to the tire brand Kumho. 1. Kumho tires maintain excellent performance even in rainy conditions. Different tire series feature specially developed tread patterns. 2. The wear degree of Kumho tires varies. If a vehicle consistently travels on uneven roads, Kumho tires will sustain relatively severe damage. The characteristics of Kumho tires are introduced as follows: 1. Kumho utilizes specially designed glass discs, high-speed photographic equipment, and comprehensive computer analysis systems to analyze water film phenomena and drainage performance of various tire tread patterns, applying these findings to new product development. 2. The bead area where the tire connects with the rim is vulnerable to external impact, with the rim being damaged first upon impact. Products employing Rim-Protector technology typically have the Protector exposed externally, preventing air leakage caused by rim damage while effectively protecting high-value rims.
I've driven a taxi for over a decade and used many Kumho tires. Kumho is a Korean brand with a branch factory in Qingdao. We cab drivers call it the 'Tough Little Workhorse'. Their tires focus on being economical and practical, like the Solus series which is especially suitable for family cars - the tread pattern remains clear even after 50,000-60,000 kilometers. My Hyundai Elantra originally came with Kumho tires - they had average wet road grip, relatively loud road noise but high wear resistance. I heard their newer generation tires now incorporate noise reduction technology while still being about one-third cheaper than Michelin. Just don't buy old stock tires to save money - the rubber hardens after three years, so always check the DOT date code on the tire sidewall.
