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A new compound has resulted in the next generation GT Radial SportActive 2 evo and FE2 evo arriving into Europe with a marked improvement in wet and dry performance and an esteemed AutoBild ‘good’ rating.

The GT Radial SportActive 2 evo is available now in an initial run of 19 sizes with rims from 17-20”, section widths from 225-255 and series sizes from 35-55.

The tyre retains all the established features of the GT Radial SportActive 2 which was created to deliver active control for sporty driving, while improving wet and dry braking and handling by 2-9% to give an extra layer of dynamic performance.

Precise steering is boosted with a special sidewall contour while a computer optimised groove design ensures faster water evacuation, all leading to a predictable performance for driving confidence.

Giving independent credibility to the improvements, the tyre has been rated as ‘good’ in the new AutoBild 2026 Summer Tyre Test. Ranked eight, the German automobile magazine concluded the tyre to be a ‘price breaker with low costs per kilometer, safe in wet and dry conditions and consistently competitive’.

Further proving its improved performance in wet conditions the tyre was only one of only three to receive top marks in the ‘cornering aquaplaning’ test alongside two leading premium manufacturer patterns.

Fabio Pecci-Boriani, Deputy General Manager for Product Planning PCR and LTR, Giti Tire R&D Centre (Europe), starts: “This is the second time in the last three years that the SportActive 2 has received a ‘good’ rating from AutoBild, and this year the new evo model sits comfortably among several premium manufacturers’ latest tyres. It was also the quietest on test, hugely important for EV vehicles.”

Also launched is the GT Radial FE2 evo which comes to market in 42 sizes with rims from 15-18”, section widths from 165-235 and series sizes from 50-70.

Pitched as the the all-rounder for a relaxed and enjoyable journey, the new compound also delivers vastly improved wet and dry braking and handling while delivering a 4% increase in mileage potential.

Specially designed polymers increase wear resistance while an optimised pitch sequence reduces noise generation.

Several key sizes across the new evo tyres feature the brand’s EV Ready logo on the sidewall showing clearly which fulfil the differing performance requirements of both EV and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

“Over the last few years leading magazine tests have independently confirmed the strength and consistency of our GT Radial products, with the SportActive 2, FE2 and the ClimateActive all receiving ‘good’ ratings in the press,” concluded Pecci.

“We remain committed to developing and engineering high quality tyres that will bring pleasure and satisfaction to our customers while remaining extremely price-performance competitive.”

The new GT Radial evo tyres were designed and engineered at Giti Tire’s European Research & Development Centre in Hannover, Germany.

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• GT Radial SportActive 2 evo
• GT Radial SportActive 2 evo AutoBild seal
• GT Radial FE2 evo
• Fabio Pecci-Boriani, Deputy General Manager for Product Planning PCR and LTR, Giti Tire R&D Centre (Europe).

/editor’s notes - Giti Tire:

Giti Tire is one of the largest tyre companies in the world in terms of both volume and revenue. With a brand portfolio including Giti, GT Radial and Runway, the company offers a complete product range for Europe including passenger car and SUV (PCR), van and light truck (LTR), heavy truck and bus (TBR).

Giti Tire is focused on building sustainable partnerships with distributors, retailers, truck and bus fleets, vehicle manufacturers and other leading industry companies and organisations to provide high-quality products with excellent service.

Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Singapore, the company has grown to over 30,000 employees globally and distributes to more than 130 countries.

Giti Tire’s state-of-the-art European R&D facilities are located in Hannover, Germany and the renowned MIRA facility in the UK, working in conjunction with other global research and development centers in China, Indonesia and the USA.

Giti Tire is fully committed to maintaining the very highest standard of quality control procedures and has obtained IATF 16949:2016 accreditation for all of its manufacturing plants. All plants supplying Europe have obtained ISO14001 Environmental Management System Accreditation.

Further information can be found at www.giti-tire.eu.

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