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Goodyear ultra-high performing tyres have been chosen for Audi’s first ever electric SUV, the e-tron. Audi disclosed on Wednesday that its e-tron, which is the first fully electric SUV to be commercialised by the German car manufacturer, would be fitted with Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric.
Goodyear has supplied this groundbreaking model with its Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV tyres in 265/45R21 SUV size.
The tyres fitted to the Audi e-tron meet the German manufacturer’s demanding mileage requirements. As electric vehicles operate with higher torque compared to cars with a combustion engine, tyre wear is up to 25% higher but thanks to technically advanced construction, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV is able to address these challenges.
The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV is known for its optimised braking and handling performance in all conditions and its Active Braking Technology shortens braking distance on both dry and wet roads. Its SUV-Optimised Construction Technology improves handling at higher speeds, improves cornering stiffness and decreases tread wear.
These features are combined with a UHP Cool Cushion Layer, a technology that improves handling while reducing rolling resistance.
Finally, the tyres fitted on the Audi e-tron use Goodyear’s SoundComfort Technology, which effectively reduces the interior car noise by half (up to 4dB). A perfect fit for electric vehicles as tyre and road noises are the dominant interior sounds in most EVs.
Audi e-tron
Audi officially launched its Audi e-tron Wednesday in San Francisco. Manufactured in Brussels, this revolutionary Audi is the first fully electric SUV from the traditional German car maker on the market. Thanks to its three electric motors, the e-tron accelerates from 0-62mph in 4.6 seconds. Depending on the driving style and conditions, the e-tron offers a range of up to 310 miles.
About Goodyear
Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tyre companies. It employs about 65,000 people and manufactures its products in 48 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.
