Founded in 1941 in Seoul, South Korea, as Korea's first automobile tire company, Hankook has evolved into the world's seventh-largest tire manufacturer, producing 100 million high-quality tires annually for over 160 countries worldwide. With 80+ years of pioneering innovation, including developing Korea's first radial tire in 1974 and becoming the first Korean tire exporter in 1962, Hankook continues advancing global automotive performance through cutting-edge technology and "Driving Emotion" philosophy.
From electric vehicles and passenger cars to luxury sedans, SUVs, crossovers, light trucks, commercial vehicles, and specialty equipment, Hankook delivers precision-engineered tire solutions across every automotive application. The premium Ventus series maximizes ultra-high performance with the S1 evo3 providing 15% improved dry handling and advanced hydroplaning protection, while the versatile evo enhances modern driving dynamics with superior wet and dry capabilities.
Meanwhile, the comprehensive Dynapro lineup conquers diverse terrain through evo AS luxury SUV performance, HT2 highway comfort with 70,000-mile warranty coverage, and HPX all-season touring versatility. The innovative Kinergy series ensures reliable all-season traction, while Winter i-cept evo3 dominates severe winter conditions with advanced cold-weather engineering.
Hankook's advanced technologies include interlocking groove systems for enhanced wet grip, specialized EV-optimized compounds, and precision manufacturing across eight global production facilities spanning Korea, China, Hungary, Indonesia, and the United States. From summer ultra-high performance to winter, all-season touring, and commercial applications, Hankook continues setting industry standards for tire innovation, safety, and driving confidence across diverse automotive markets.