2018 Product news

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Does winter driving make you anxious? – Driving tips for the inexperienced

18.12.2018 13:32

The most challenging driving season is ahead of us, and the arrival of winter makes many of us uneasy about driving. Statistically, inexperienced drivers are many times more likely to have a traffic accident. Even newcomers can enjoy driving when the...

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Nokian Tyres renews its tire labels – new appearance enhances the Scandinavian quality

13.12.2018 09:00

The tire labels on Nokian Tyres’ products will have a new look at the beginning of 2019. The new label design draws its inspiration from Scandinavian nature and features sceneries from beneath the northern lights as well as adventures on snowy mounta...

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Global demand growing – Nokian Tyres new R & D center takes product development to a new level

20.11.2018 09:00

The demand of premium tires for heavy work is in global growth and new bigger tires for bulkier machines are needed. To meet the demand, in 2019 Nokian Heavy Tyres builds a new research and development center in Nokia, Finland. The modern R & D c...

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Extend the service life of your tires: store them in a cool, dry, and dark place

16.11.2018 10:00

The storage location of your tires matters. According to experts, the correct storage temperature is the most important factor. You can also extend the service life of your tires by protecting them against moisture, chemicals, and UV radiation. A tir...

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Year-round safety for SUVs and crossovers: New Nokian WR G4 SUV - strong performance in all weather conditions

29.10.2018 20:00

The new Nokian WR G4 SUV all-weather tire is a safe and reliable choice for sport utility vehicles and crossover models. Specially designed for North American roads, the Nokian WR G4 SUV effectively combines high-performance all-season handling and r...

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Be prepared and outsmart the winter with Nokian Tyres

18.10.2018 11:30

Today the extreme changes in winter weather are well known all over Europe. Heavy rain is becoming more frequent which increases the amount of the ever-dangerous slush, while driving on dry roads is also common. During the first months of 2018, Nok...

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New size for the Nokian Armor Gard 2 excavator tire

10.10.2018 11:00

In the spring of 2018, Nokian Tyres introduced a new excavator tire with a feature set matching perfectly the challenges of the urban excavation work. Now, Nokian Armor Gard 2 can be fitted to a wider variety of excavators, thanks to its new 11.00-20...

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New generation of summer tyres: Nokian Powerproof summer tyre – driving enjoyment and peace of mind for Central European summer roads

02.10.2018 16:00

The new Nokian Powerproof summer tyre masters all the forms of summer with an enjoyable balance. The extremely stable handling and logical steering offer peace of mind for both high-speed lane changes and sudden braking. Nokian Powerproof is the p...

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Peace of mind for rainy days: New Nokian Wetproof is the enemy of aquaplaning

02.10.2018 16:00

The new Nokian Wetproof is a safe and reliable summer tyre for passenger cars navigating Central European roads. The tyre’s most important features are excellent wet braking abilities and powerful aquaplaning resistance, which makes driving easy and ...

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13% of drivers use dangerous summer tyres in autumn rain: Nokian Tyres’ SnapSkan service reveals the truth about tyres’ condition

18.09.2018 10:33

SnapSkan is a ground-breaking digital tyre checking service developed by Nokian Tyres. All summer, SnapSkan has measured car tyres in the largest Finnish cities. Worryingly, up to 13% of the cars examined are equipped with poor summer tyres. In heavy...

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Nokian Tyres at FinnMETKO trade fair – Presenting a record number of new products along with peace of mind from forest to highway

29.08.2018 08:00

Whenever the goods and people move, forest is being harvested or earth moved, the 120 year-old Nokian Tyres is working along. The range of products we present at FinnMETKO 2018 gives an excellent idea how the continuous product development while list...

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New Nokian MPT Agile 2 is an off-road tire for versatile use

29.08.2018 08:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 29 August 2018 – Defense and peacekeeping applications, rescue vehicles and off-road trucks put special demands on tires. Both on and off the road and at any speed, the tire must be highly maneuverable, offer good grip and definitely not fail you at the critical moment. Nokian MPT Agile 2 is the new version of the already field-proven Nokian MPT Agile, offering several improvements over the original.

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World record: Unmanned Valtra removes snow at 73.171 km/h

22.08.2018 11:00

Nokian Tyres and Valtra have set the world record for snow removal with an autonomous tractor. The speed record was set in March 2018 using an unmanned Valtra T254 Versu tractor equipped with Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI tyres. Operated without a driver,...

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Nokian Tyres introduces a new on and off-road product line for trucks

21.08.2018 10:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 21 August 2018 – Nokian Tyres, celebrating its 120 years in business, has been systematically broadening its product portfolio for trucks and buses in the past few years. The latest addition is the Nokian R-Truck product range for demanding on and off-road use – such as earthmoving and forestry applications.

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Nokian Tyres seeks growth beyond northern roads – a broad selection of high-quality tires for trucks and buses on display at Elmia Lastbil 2018

21.08.2018 10:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 21 August 2018 – Nokian Tyres is famous for the consistent safety and quality of its products, especially its supremely durable ranges of premium winter tires, Nokian Hakkapeliitta and Nokian Hakka, as well a...

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Extreme grip for trailers – Nokian Hakkapeliitta Truck T completes the Nokian Tyres’ winter truck tire range

21.08.2018 10:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 21 August 2018 – Wherever the conditions and legislation demand specialized winter truck tires, the Nokian Hakkapeliitta Truck product line is synonymous with top-notch winter grip and durability. Now our flagship ...

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Enjoy safe summer driving: Top tips to prevent a tyre puncture

31.07.2018 09:50

The risk of a puncture is present all year long, but you can prevent it or limit the damage if it strikes. It all starts with correct preparation. Punctures are the most common type of tyre failure. Typical causes of punctures include nails, screws a...

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Demands of modern forestry growing – Nokian Tyres’ innovations presented at Interforst

16.07.2018 10:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 16 July 2018 – For safe and sustainable forestry, Nokian Tyres presents a complete range of tyres featured by innovative technology at Interforst trade fair show in Munich Germany, along with a new revolutionary tr...

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Make the most of your tyres on an electric vehicle

03.07.2018 09:45

An electric vehicle or a hybrid is a good choice for drivers who value fuel efficiency and eco-friendliness. The right tyre choice will extend the car’s range, emphasise the best features of the electric vehicle and improve safety. A well maintained ...

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New innovative Nokian Tractor King premieres at Euroforest in France

19.06.2018 10:01

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 19 June 2018 – Nokian Tractor King is presented for the first time in public at Euroforest 2018, along with Nokian Tyres’ complete range of forestry tyres. As a culmination of long experience and intense developme...

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Nokian Tractor King – Revolutionary from surface to core

19.06.2018 10:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, 19 June 2018 – Nokian Tractor King is a new no-compromise tractor tyre for the heaviest of machinery and the most difficult terrain in forestry, earthmoving and road construction. The design from all-new tread patt...

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Nokian Tyres Turns Recycled Tyres into Adverts to Call Attention to Their New Revolutionary Tyre Scanning Service

16.05.2018 12:11

Nokian Tyres wants to remind people about the importance of tyre condition and its crucial effect on road safety. Since tyre safety is an issue basically in every neighbourhood, Nokian Tyres decided to place tyre safety data on old recycled tyres aro...

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Nokian Tyres Improves Road Safety with its Revolutionary Tyre Scanning Technology

16.05.2018 12:09

The free-of-charge tyre scanning stations are located in places that drivers usually visit, eliminating the need for a separate stop or a drive to a checking station. “We hope people find the SnapSkan points and make it a habit to check their tyre...

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Better safety and peace of mind – Maximise the service life of your tyres by monitoring their condition

04.05.2018 10:14

Research shows that when driving with worn tyres, aquaplaning can begin at speeds that are clearly slower than normal road speeds. Drivers should monitor the condition and inflation pressures of their tyres regularly and not only during the tyre chan...

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Safe and reliable summer driving: Nokian Tyres’ unique Aramid Sidewall Technology helps you enjoy the summer season to the fullest

17.04.2018 13:15

Safe and reliable summer driving Nokian Tyres’ unique Aramid Sidewall Technology helps you enjoy the summer season to the fullest SUVs are rapidly becoming the vehicle of choice among adventure seekers, urban drivers and outdoor enthusiasts alike....

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Nokian Armor Gard 2 resolves the key issues of urban excavation

21.03.2018 09:00

Nokian Heavy Tyres, Nokia, Finland, March 21, 2018 – Nokian Heavy Tyres launches a new tyre with innovative features for urban excavation. The Nokian Armor Gard 2 is designed to start a new era of excavation work in city environments all over the world.

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Outsmart the winter with new Nokian WR SUV 4

14.03.2018 12:00

Overcome all the surprises that winter has in store Outsmart the winter with new Nokian WR SUV 4 The new Nokian WR SUV 4 winter tyre is a safe and reliable choice for sport utility vehicles and crossover models. Designed for Central European roads,...

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For safety, choose quality tyres for the family’s second car

23.02.2018 10:17

A family’s second car is often used to drive children to their hobbies, and its driver usually has a fresh driving licence or less driving experience. Since it is sometimes a cheaper model, its winter tyres receive less attention and even conscious c...

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Even more durability: Nokian Tyres extends the use of Aramid technology to van and campervan tyres

17.01.2018 15:51

Even more durability: Nokian Tyres extends the use of Aramid technology to van and campervan tyres Nokian Tyres’ Aramid Sidewall technology was designed to bring added durability for challenging conditions. The added durability brought about by thi...

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Controlled grip, more comfortable driving: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 and Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV – peace of mind for the Northern winter

16.01.2018 10:00

Press release 16.1.2018The new non-studded Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 winter tyre offers much-needed peace of mind in case of a sudden snowstorm or rapidly freezing road surfaces. The further improved ice grip and better handling are based on the Arctic...

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Nokian Tyres introduces new state-of-the-art products for its winter tyre range

04.01.2018 10:00

Nokian Tyres introduces new state-of-the-art products for its winter tyre range: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV, Nokian WR SUV 4 and Nokian WR G4.  The versatile, high-quality winter tyre range of the world’s northernmost tyr...