KUALA LUMPUR: Michelin in Malaysia has launched the Michelin LTX Trail on- and off-road tyre specifically designed for high-rise pick-up trucks and sports utility vehicles (SUVs).
The tyre offers extended lifespan, long-lasting safety with excellent wet braking performance even when worn, and lower interior noise levels for a more comfortable ride.
This versatile tyre performs well on both paved and unpaved roads, and promises drivers with greater safely and with confidence no matter the terrain.
Among its major advantages are:
• 41% longer mileage with the RallyForce Tread Compound that provides better durability and maximum service life for both on- and off-road use.
Also has a new tread design with the Biting Shoulder that wraps from the tread down the sidewall, to protect against sidewall aggression and ensure greater off-road performance and traction.
• Long-lasting safety, even when worn, with Variable Thickness Sipes that provide improved contact patch for better handling, grip and braking performance.
On wet roads, when compared to its premium competitors, the LTX Trail stops 3.1m shorter when new, and 4.6m shorter when worn.
On dry roads, when new, it stops 3.8m shorter.
• 19.8% lower sound pressure level, thanks to Duo-Harmony Blocks featuring two different block shapes in the tread's centre that spread the pattern noise energy across a wider spectrum, for a quieter and calmer driving experience.
Michelin Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei managing director Oliver Biggart said the new Michelin LTX Trail is a great match for the increasing popularity of SUVs, which is projected to grow 5.6% year-on-year, from 2021 to 2026.
“Perfect for consumers who own 4X2 and 4X4 high-rise pick-ups, as well as SUVs such as Toyota Hilux, Toyota Fortuner, and Nissan Navara, these tyres also cater to those whose lifestyle demands the ability to reach on- and off-road destinations, for work or pleasure.
“We are confident that the new LTX Trail gives drivers in Malaysia a safe and comfortable ride on the road, across a variety of terrain – ranging from city commuting, wet road, highway driving, to light and moderate off-road.
“At Michelin, we are constantly innovating to enable people to move around more freely, safely; and to live a better life in motion,” he said.
In Malaysia, the LTX Trail is now available in nine sizes, with rim dimensions ranging between 15 and 18 inches.
It's available at Michelin authorised tyre dealers across the nation and visit https://www.michelin.com.my/auto/tyres/michelin-ltx-trail for more details.
