NEXEN TIRE to Supply OE Tires for Dodge Charger and Challenger
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‘N’Fera AU7’ equipped on both ICE and EV models of All-new Charger, Challeger
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Enhancing brand value through strategic global OE supply expansion
SEOUL, South Korea, October 15, 2024 – NEXEN TIRE, a leading global tire manufacturer, announced that it is supplying original equipment (OE) tires for the all-new Dodge Charger and Challenger. The Dodge Charger and Challenger, symbols of American muscle cars, are set to release electrified versions by the end of this year. NEXEN TIRE has been selected to provide OE tires for both the gasoline and electric models.
The N’Fera AU7 all-season tire, available on the new Dodge Charger and Challenger, is an ultra-high performance (UHP) tire developed for high-performance premium vehicles. It meets the standards for braking and wet grip in a variety of North American weather and road conditions to provide the best possible driving performance. Additionally it offers a premium ride experience by applying strengthened design standards for noise and vibration.
The N’Fera AU7 has been recognized for its design excellence, winning accolades at the prestigious iF Design Award, Red Dot Design Award, and IDEA Design Award, showcasing its global competitiveness in both performance and design.
NEXEN TIRE, which has been supplying OE tires for Dodge since 2014, has supplied N’Fera SUR4G, a high-performance racing tire, to Challenger since 2018. With this latest supply for the Dodge Charger and Challenger, NEXEN TIRE continues to expand its partnership with Stellantis, including participation in Jeep’s electrification projects.
As of 2024, NEXEN TIRE supplies OE tires for 28 brands and 117 vehicle models worldwide. Supplying tires to leading global automakers signifies the superior quality and technological capabilities of NEXEN TIRE. The company also leads in tire development by applying artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) technologies, and plans to further strengthen its partnerships with global automakers.
“Supplying OE tires for such iconic vehicles in American automotive history is a remarkable achievement,” said Travis Kang, Global CEO of NEXEN TIRE. “We will continue to enhance our brand value by expanding OE tire supply for premium vehicles through ongoing R&D and quality improvement efforts.”