Yokohama's 'orange' tyre goes on sale in US

ERJ staff report (TB)

Fullerton, California - Yokohama Tire Corp. has made its dB Super E-spec tyre using orange oil technology available to US consumers.

The tyre, which Yokohama unveiled at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, is produced using a mix of orange oil and natural rubber. It is available in four sizes: 185/65R15 88H, 195/65R15 91H, 195/55R16 86V and 215/60R16 95V.

“The eco-focused dB Super E-spec mixes sustainable orange oil and natural rubber to drastically cut the use of petroleum without compromising performance,” said Dan King, Yokohama vice president of sales. “It also helps consumers save money at the gas pump by improving fuel efficiency via a 20-percent reduction in rolling resistance and an advanced inner liner that minimizes tyre weight and reduces air loss to help the tyre stay properly inflated.”

From Tire Business (A Crain publication)