Sumitomo Rubber : FALKEN Tire“ZIEX ZE914 ECORUN”Chosen as OEM Tire for Jeep Compass and Patriot Vehicles Offered in Mexico, China, Australia and Other Countries around the World
September 04, 2014 at 11:29 am EDT
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Sumitomo Rubber Industries has been awarded a contract from Chrysler Group LLC to supply tires for the 2015 Jeep Compass and Patriot BUX (Built-Up Export) models to be sold in Mexico, China, Australia and other countries around the world. The Compass and Patriot are offered in right and left-hand drive configurations and available with gas and diesel engines.
This is Falken North America's first contract to supply factory standard OE tires-namely, Falken's ZIEX ZE914 ECORUN (size: 215/60R17). The ZE914 was designed to provide excellent rolling resistance while also combining great handling and wear performance. The tires will be supplied to Chrysler's assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois.
Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. is a Japan-based tire manufacturer. The Company operates in three business segments. The Tire segment manufactures and sells tires and tubes for automobiles, construction vehicles, industrial vehicles, race rallies and motorcycles. The Sports segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of sports items, including golf clubs, golf balls and other golf-related supplies, and tennis-related supplies, as well as the operation of golf tournaments, golf and tennis schools and fitness center. The Industrial Products and Others segment offers vibration suppression dampers, printing blankets, medical precision rubber, slope for wheelchair, and fenders, among others.
Sumitomo Rubber : FALKEN Tire“ZIEX ZE914 ECORUN”Chosen as OEM Tire for Jeep Compass and Patriot Vehicles Offered in Mexico, China, Australia and Other Countries around the World
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