Hankook to launch Weatherflex GT all-weather

LAS VEGAS — Hankook Tire America Corp. has launched the Weatherflex GT, an all-weather product designed to deliver year-round control and confidence, especially during harsh weather, the company said.

The Weatherflex GT, which carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMS) symbol, will accommodate a variety of fitments from compact to full-size vehicle segments.

The Weatherflex GT was on display for the first time at the 2024 SEMA Show. It will be available in January in 37 sizes from 15- to 22-inches with additional sizes planned for Fall 2025.

The Weatherflex GT features a new tread compound that incorporates higher levels of silica and resin to enhance wet and dry grip and increase durability, helping drivers go the distance. As a one-tire solution, the Weatherflex GT provides consumers with greater flexibility and convenience without the need to switch between season-specific tire products.

"Our all-weather tire portfolio has been an exciting and especially innovative segment at Hankook," said Rob Williams, president of Hankook Tire America. "Our Weatherflex GT product is one of our most technologically advanced tires, delivering dependable year-round performance in any condition, which is no small feat. It's an ideal option for the consumer who lives in a region that normally experiences mild to severe winter elements and wants the added convenience of not requiring seasonal tire changes."

Along with its specially formulated compound, which provides drivers with year-round, all-weather control, the Weatherflex GT is engineered to go the distance and offers a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty.

As opposed to single-pitch tire architectures, the Weatherflex GT features a new multi-pitch tread sequence that delivers a quiet and comfortable ride, the company said.

The tread pattern features enhanced traction in both wet and dry conditions, as well as snow, the company said.