Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2: the all-season tire chosen by leading car manufacturers

Since its introduction less than 2 years ago the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 secured over 54 approvals on 27 platforms across 10 OEMs.

Brussels June 2017 - As a result of 40 years of research, development and innovation in all-season tires, Goodyear’s most recent and award-winning[1] Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 keeps receiving homologations from leading car brands. Securing more than 54 approvals on 27 platforms with 10 OEMs such as Audi, Citroen, Fiat, Ford, Opel, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Smart and Volkswagen.

Since the mid-1970’s Goodyear has been a leader in the all-season tire segment, which today represents one of the fastest-growing categories in the tire industry. Drivers increasingly seek reliable tires that offer great performance and peace of mind in different weather conditions throughout the year.

The Vector 4Seasons Gen-2’s premium quality and performance has also been recognized by independent all-season tire tests conducted by renowned European automotive magazines such as Auto-Bild, Auto Express and Auto, Motor und Sport. 1 The tire is recognized for its outstanding grip on wet and dry roads, great handling on snow and excellent rolling resistance.

“We are very proud to see that for leading car manufacturers the Vector 4Season Gen-2 has been a premium choice for all-season tires in the last two years”, says Nick Harley, Managing Director OE Consumer EMEA. “All-season tires are becoming increasingly popular, and Goodyear’s Vector 4Season Gen-2’s advanced technology and engineering offers high quality for those drivers who want their car to be fitted with year-round performance tires”.

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[1] Test wins including but not limited to: Gute Fahrt (DE) Issue 4, Febr. 24, 2016; Auto Motor und Sport Issue 20, September 15, 2016; Auto Express (UK) Nov. 9, 2016, Auto Bild (DE) Issue 39, Sept. 25, 2015; Auto Express (UK), November 9, - Allseason 2016.