Goodyear Malaysia – Wrangler AT/SA
Author: mrniceguy
After long time, finally Goodyear Malaysia announced a new range of its tyre, that is, – the Wrangler AT/SA. The “AT” here AT stands for All Terrain and SA is short for SilentArmor technology. Kevlar, a material that’s five times stronger than steel is used to strengthen and reinforce the Wrangler AT/SA tyre in two layers, and Goodyear’s Durawall sidewall which promotes cut resistance. Besides, Goodyear also make the improvement for their Durawall’s two-ply sidewall construction and its compound where it can make the new Wrangler become more robust off the beaten path.
The Wrangler AT/SA also featured by the tyre’s open intermediate rib design, which can helps on soft surfaces; multiple biting edges, to produce more grip; and deep shoulder notches, that help “claw” the vehicle out in tough conditions. These features are used to help to enhance the off-road traction.
Compared to other model, new Wrangler can provides 20% more mileage with its enhanced silica tread compound. Other benefits of this tyre are, it has been designed with a specific bead area configuration that helps it sit firmly on the rim, reducing slippage for minimal balancing throughout the tyre’s lifespan.