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After a series of punctures in Kenya, Hankook still needs to improve

Continuing its exploration of WRC events, the South Korean manufacturer experienced a challenging, but not disastrous, rally. Having focused on the strength of their product during its design, the technicians still have work ahead of them to improve its durability and performance.

Published 25/03/2025 à 13:00

Loïc ROCCI

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After a series of punctures in Kenya, Hankook still needs to improve

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It must be said that Hankook has spared no expense. After winning the tender to become the exclusive tire supplier to the World Rally Championship for four-wheel drive cars (Rally 1 and Rally 2) for three years (2025-26-27), the South Korean brand has had less than twelve months to prepare for its plunge.

This one promised to be very complicated with three rounds with unique characteristics to start: Monte Carlo, Sweden and Safari. For this, the chosen tactic was original, but the African meeting perhaps also demonstrated its limits. Not having developed their own

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Loïc ROCCI

Journalist specializing in rallying past, present and future... and with a southern accent

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