Apollo Tyres Ltd, has expanded Vredestein’s range for premium and luxury SUVs. Vredestein Pinza HT (highway terrain), a global product, has been introduced for the premium SUVs in India in 16 – 18 inch sizes, while the existing Vredestein Ultrac Vorti i has been expanded for luxury SUVs by introducing it in 21 and 22 inches.
The ultra ultra-high performance (UUHP) Vredestein Ultrac Vorti i will be the first tyres to be produced in India, in such higher sizes. The Ultrac Vorti i, in 21 and 22 inches, is targeted for fitment in vehicles like Mercedes GLS, Lamborghini Urus, Porshe Macan, G Wagon, Range Rover Sports, etc. The Vredestein Pinza HT has been ranked amongst top 3 premium HT tyres in the USA, the biggest SUV market in the world, and has also won the good design award from Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design. Pinza HT would be available for fitment in vehicles like Toyota Fortuner, new gen Tata Safari and Mahindra Scorpio N, along with previous generation Scorpio and Safari.
Commenting on the range expansion of Vredestein in India, Rajesh Dahiya, Vice President, Sales and Service, Apollo Tyres Ltd said “With the ‘YOLO’ generation driving the growth in the premium and luxury SUV segment in India, this is right time for us to expand the Vredestein range catering to these segments. The designer and ultra-high performance tyres from Vredestein will accentuate the vehicle’s appearance, which is considered as an extension of the lifestyle of the young professionals.”
VREDESTEIN PINZA HT:The Vredestein Pinza HT has been developed keeping the comfort and safety of the driver in mind, with maximum wear life and durability, and with a uniquely designed visual identity. Large and independent staggered tread blocks are designed to deliver better cornering stability with improved noise. Generous pass-through notches, dense sipes and large circumferential grooves help evacuate water, improves hydroplaning along with better grip on slippery or wet road conditions. Special tread compound is applied for all season performance.
ULTRAC VORTI I: The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti i has been developed for the powerful cars, and provide high levels of steering precision and grip for a thrilling drive experience at high speeds with utmost
safety. These tyres also carry the signature tough of renowned automobile designer, Giorgetto Giugiaro, making them one of the most aesthetic ultra-high performance tyres, which are being manufactured in India, and meets all the global standards.