Hankook becomes Tyre Supplier to Formula E

Hankook will be the new and exclusive Technical Partner and Tyre Supplier of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.

At an event in the Swarovski Crystal World in Austria, Hankook officially presented the newly developed Hankook iON race tyres to guests and representatives of Formula E.

The new tyres has been developed in close cooperation with the racing series and is particularly aimed at meeting the sustainability needs of Formula E and the future of e-mobility. Nearly 30% of the new tyre, which is specially tailored to the third generation of Formula E race cars, is made of sustainable materials.

The Formula E teams currently have access to a tyre variant that can be used in both dry and wet conditions, in order to further save resources.

Furthermore, the long durability of the tyre is another pioneering step. After the respective race weekends, Hankook completely recycles every set of tyres ensuring the championship is as sustainable as possible.

We are thrilled to welcome Hankook to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. We are proud to partner with a global player recognised as a top tyre manufacturer that lives and breathes motorsport as a fundamental aspect of its corporate philosophy. Hankook’s vast experience working with race teams at circuits around the world, its pioneering innovation and commitment to sustainability make it a perfect match for the championship and our new Gen3 car.

Formula E CEO, Jamie Reigle.

We are proud to announce that, as of Season 9, @Hankook_Sport will be the official tyre supplier and Technical Partner of Formula E.

Almost 30% of the new tyre, which has been specially tailored to our new Gen3 car, is made of sustainable materials.

— ABB FIA Formula E World Championship (@FIAFormulaE) September 27, 2022