Hankook Shows The Sophistication Of EV Tire Technology In Jeddah E-Prix Double-Head 2025

Hankook In Jeddah E-Prix Double-Head 2025 (Doc. Hankook)

JAKARTA - The leading global tire company, Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook Tire), marks the successful implementation of the Jeddah E-Prix 20225, part of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship (Formula E), which shows the role of Hankook Tire as an exclusive tire supplier and official technical partner.

The event, which took place on February 14 and 15, Jeddah time, Saudi Arabia, became the first night of the season, as well as a double-header which includes Rounds 3 and 4. The latest GEN3 Evo iON Race and Formula E racing tires from Hankook, showed outstanding performance throughout both races so that they were able to support 22 riders from 11 teams in conquering challenging tracks with narrow high-speed straight tracks and 19 technical twists.

In this event, Maximilian G\"unther (DS PENSKE) and Oliver Rowland (Nissan Formula E Team) won round 3 and round 4, in a row. The competition is heating up with Oliver Rowland (Nissan Formula E Team) who is now leading the riders championship with 68 points, while Nissan Formula E Team leads the team championship with their Nissan powertrain strength.

The response from the riders highlights the extraordinary ability of this tire, Maximilian G\"unther (DS PENSKE) stated, "This ban shows the extraordinary grip and control performance optimized for new racing cars, even under extreme driving conditions. This high-level performance allowed us to finish the race stably and competitively until the end."

The GEN3 Evo iON Race Tire shows the innovation of Hankook technology through a unique combination of advanced engineering fiber and natural rubber ingredients that provide excellent heat resistance and stability. This tire composition contains environmentally friendly raw materials and energy-saving technology that strengthens Formula E's commitment to sustainable motorsports.

Formula E Season 11 has completed four laps, starting with the opening of the season at Srypto Paulo and ending in a race in Jeddah. The Championship will continue with Round 5, 2025 Miami E-Prix which will be held on April 12 local time in Miami, USA.

Outside the racing circuit, Hankook continues to strengthen his position in the EV tire market through strategic partnerships with leading automakers, including Porsche, BMW, and Audi. Since launching the world's first EV-specific tire line with the iON brand in 2022, Hankook has proven himself to be industry leader in EV tire technology.

Based on his experience in Formula E, Hankook will continue to develop EV tire technology through more advanced research and development, as well as expand the iON product lineup to meet the growing demand for the global EV market.