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KUMHO fitments selected for Hyundai IONIQ 5 Waymo Robotaxis, as well as select Nissan Rogue and Nissan Frontier models

ATLANTA, GEORGIA, October 15, 2026 Kumho Tire U.S.A., one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, continues to expand its portfolio of global original equipment (OE) partnerships, showcasing automakers' confidence in the brand’s engineering capabilities and product quality. KUMHO currently supplies OE tires to more than 40 vehicle platforms across nine automotive brands in North America, including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Audi, Volkswagen, and more. Learn more about Kumho Tire U.S.A.'s OE partnerships at KumhoTireUSA.com.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Waymo Fleet

Kumho Tire U.S.A. was selected as the exclusive OE tire supplier for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles joining Waymo’s next-generation robotaxi fleet in the United States. Autonomous fleets demand tires capable of delivering consistent performance over thousands of miles of continuous operation, making durability, efficiency and ride comfort especially important. The KUMHO Crugen EV HP71 addresses not only the requirements of high-utilization fleets, but the unique performance demands of electric vehicles as well.

Expanded Nissan Fitments

The company has also been named the OE tire supplier for select Rogue and Frontier models sold throughout North America, building on its longstanding relationship with Nissan. The Nissan Rogue will be equipped with KUMHO Crugen HP71 all-season touring tires, and the Nissan Frontier will be outfitted with the new KUMHO Road Venture HT all-season Highway-Terrain tires, reinforcing KUMHO’s growing presence in the highly competitive SUV and pickup segments.

“We are excited to continue strengthening our OE partnerships through new fitments with both Nissan and Hyundai,” said Shawn Denlein, president of sales and marketing for Kumho Tire U.S.A. “The Crugen HP71 and its EV counterpart, along with the Road Venture HT, were engineered to deliver reliable, consistent performance for SUV and pick-up drivers. These selections reflect the confidence both Nissan and Hyundai place in KUMHO's engineering and manufacturing expertise.”

The KUMHO Crugen HP71 is designed to deliver a quiet, comfortable ride with confident year-round performance for CUV and SUV drivers. Wide circumferential grooves and micro-serration technology enhance wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance, while optimized tread construction promotes long tread life and dependable winter capability. Building on these features, the Crugen EV HP71 is engineered to accommodate heavier EVs, reduce rolling resistance and handle instant torque delivery. KUMHO’s proprietary K-Silent technology further enhances cabin comfort through sound-absorbing foam and noise-optimized tread pattern, an important consideration in quieter EV cabins.

Designed specifically for modern pickup trucks and SUVs, the KUMHO Road Venture HT delivers enhanced wet and snow traction, extended tread life and a quiet, comfortable ride for everyday driving. The tire features a next-generation polymer compound that provides a 10% improvement in tread life compared to its predecessor and carries Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) certification for confident performance in severe winter conditions.

About KUMHO TIRE Co. Inc.

Kumho Tire, one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, has more than 60 years of history of pioneering innovative approaches to developing tires and is dedicated to providing exceptional driving experiences to consumers around the world. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Kumho Tire U.S.A. is the US sales, marketing, product development, and distribution arm of Kumho Tire Co. Inc.

For more information on Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc., and its product www.kumhotireusa.com. Follow Kumho Tire on Facebook, Instagram and on X @KumhoTireUSA.

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