Hankook IW41 iON Nordic

Hankook IW41 iON Nordic — a studless winter tyre designed for passenger electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, engineered for northern winter conditions. It combines reliable grip on snow, ice, and wet roads with reduced noise levels and energy-efficient rolling. Drivers benefit from predictable winter handling, enhanced acoustic comfort, and more efficient battery usage.

The central tread area features wave-shaped 3D sipes, while adjacent blocks incorporate interlocking sipes. These stabilize tread elements, ensuring more consistent and predictable vehicle response across various winter road surfaces.

An optimized V-shaped tread pattern increases the contact area and distributes pressure more evenly across the footprint. This design improves traction, stability, and braking performance on snow. Specially tuned angles of the drainage grooves enhance water evacuation from the contact patch, helping maintain grip on wet roads and reducing the risk of aquaplaning.

The ProGrip rubber compound with a new silica-based formulation maintains an optimal balance of flexibility and stability in low temperatures. The tread adapts better to winter road conditions, supporting confident vehicle control on snow, ice, and wet asphalt. For drivers, this means more assured handling when road conditions change during a journey.

Quiet Flex technology incorporates a sound-absorbing material inside the tyre to reduce vibration noise. Alternating inner and outer blocks of the V-shaped pattern help scatter rolling noise, while chamfered edges increase road contact area and reduce noise during hard braking and directional changes. The result is a quieter cabin, making daily and long-distance winter driving more comfortable.

Opti Cure technology reduces rolling resistance, helping electric vehicles use energy more efficiently. The Round Even solution promotes a more uniform contact patch, leading to even tread wear. This allows owners to maintain optimal tyre performance for longer and delay the need for replacement.

Key Features of the Hankook IW41 iON Nordic

- Studless model designed specifically for passenger electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids;
- Multi-type sipes enhance block stability and support control on winter roads;
- V-shaped tread pattern improves traction, stability, and braking on snow;
- Optimized groove angles enhance water evacuation and reduce aquaplaning risk;
- ProGrip compound maintains flexibility in freezing temperatures and ensures grip on snow, ice, and wet surfaces;
- Quiet Flex technology reduces internal tyre noise and enhances acoustic comfort;
- Opti Cure reduces rolling resistance and helps conserve battery charge;
- Round Even promotes even tread wear and extends the effective service life of the tyre.