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Hankook Tire & Technology, the exclusive tire supplier for the FIA World Rally Championship, will showcase its Dynapro R213 tire at the 2026 WRC Rally de Portugal from May 7 to 10. The tire is designed for stable performance on challenging gravel surfaces, with two compounds available for strategic use. Hankook will also operate a 'Brand World' booth at the event, offering interactive experiences to enhance brand engagement. This rally, a historic fixture since 1973, features 23 Special Stages and emphasizes durability and handling due to rapidly deteriorating road conditions.

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Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. is set to participate in Round 6 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on March 21 at Circuito del Jarama in Madrid. This event marks the first official race at Jarama, which is now the longest circuit in Formula E at 3.934 km. The race will feature new elements like PIT BOOST and ATTACK MODE, emphasizing tire performance and energy strategy. Hankook's iON Race tire is engineered for the circuit's demands, providing consistent grip and thermal stability.

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The Tire Industry Project (TIP) has updated its Product Category Rules (PCR) for tires, enhancing environmental performance measurement and reporting. The revised PCR, effective for five years, incorporates new data on greenhouse gas emissions and aligns with current manufacturing practices. It aims to standardize lifecycle assessments and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) across the industry, promoting sustainability. The update has been adopted by TIP's 10 member companies, representing 60% of global tire manufacturing capacity, and includes improved methodologies and datasets for better comparability and transparency in environmental reporting.

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Hankook Tire & Technology, the exclusive tire supplier for the FIA World Rally Championship, successfully supported the 2026 Safari Rally Kenya, showcasing its Dynapro R213 all-terrain tire. The rally, known for its challenging terrain and unpredictable weather, highlighted the tire's performance, particularly the new soft gravel variant. Takamoto Katsuta of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing secured victory. The next event, the Croatia Rally, will feature Hankook's Ventus Z215 and Z210 tires, emphasizing the brand's commitment to high-performance motorsport tires and its role in the WRC for the 2025-2027 seasons.

- The 2026 Safari Rally Kenya concluded on March 15, showcasing challenging off-road stages and unpredictable weather, with Hankook providing the Dynapro R213 rally tire to enhance driver performance.  
- Takamoto Katsuta from the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing team claimed victory, emphasizing the rally's status as one of the toughest on the WRC calendar.  
- The next event, the WRC Croatia Rally, is scheduled for April 9-12, featuring a new route and Hankook’s Ventus Z215 and Z210 tarmac rally tires aimed at maximizing performance.

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Hankook Tire & Technology, the exclusive tire supplier for the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), announced the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026 will take place from March 12 to 15 in Naivasha. This year's rally features new high-intensity stages across challenging gravel terrain, covering approximately 350.52 kilometers. Hankook introduces the Dynapro R213 tire, designed for improved grip and durability in harsh conditions. The event is expected to attract significant global interest, with strong competition anticipated from various teams, including Toyota GAZOO Racing and Hyundai Shell Mobis.

- The FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally Kenya 2026 is scheduled from March 12 to 15 in Naivasha, featuring 20 Special Stages across challenging terrain.  
- Hankook Tire, as the exclusive tire supplier, has introduced the Dynapro R213, optimized for grip and durability in extreme off-road conditions.  
- The rally, known for its unpredictable environment, is expected to attract significant global interest, with competitors such as Toyota GAZOO Racing and Hyundai Shell Mobis poised for a competitive race.

02:00 ETHankook Tackles the Ultimate Gravel Challenge at the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026

Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. successfully concluded Round 2 of the 2026 WRC — Rally Sweden, held in extreme winter conditions. The Winter i*Pike SR10W tire provided consistent stability on snow and ice, crucial for the rally's 300 km route. Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin of Toyota GAZOO Racing won the event, leading the championship standings. The next rally, Safari Rally Kenya, is scheduled for March 12-15, 2026. Hankook continues to enhance its rally tire technology through extensive testing and will exclusively supply racing tires to all WRC classes starting in 2025.

- Round 2 of the 2026 WRC, Rally Sweden, concluded in severe winter conditions with Hankook's Winter i*Pike SR10W tire providing reliable stability.  
- The rally involved 18 special stages over 300 kilometers, with Toyota's Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin winning their second consecutive title.  
- The next event, Round 3, known as the Safari Rally Kenya, will occur from March 12 to 15, presenting its own unique challenges with extreme weather and terrain conditions.

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