Apollo Tyres doubling TBR Chennai capacity; launches new products

Leading tyre major Apollo Tyres has unveiled its strategy in the fast growing truck-bus radial (TBR) segment wherein it is not only doubling its truck-bus radial capacity in the Chennai facility, but has also introduced a new range of technologically superior truck-bus radial tyres.

The new products Apollo EnduRace RD HD, Apollo EnduMile LHD and Apollo EnduComfort CA were unveiled in the presence of company’s countrywide large Fleet Operators, Business Partners, The Great Khali, power lifter and wrestler, and Milind Soman, winner of Ironman title and fitness enthusiast.

Apollo EnduMile LHD: This long haul drive tyre is suitable for high speed operations and provides over 20% superior mileage than its predecessor. The ventilated block design supports heat dissipation for cooler running and the ACTO casing design (Apollo Cord Tension Optimised) makes the tyre more durable supporting multiple retreads. The superior mileage compound and the optimised contact pressure ensues longer life of the tyre.

Apollo EnduRace RD HD: This regional drive tyre with ACTO (Apollo Cord Tension Optimised) Casing is reinforced with 25% higher strength in the Belt & Body Ply. With stronger sidewalls too, this tyre is most suited for heavy duty applications. The open and wide tread design helps heat dissipation resulting in faster turnaround. The hexagonal tread block design with tie-bars provides higher resistance to irregular wear.

Apollo EnduComfort CA: This all-wheel pattern tyre is specially designed for luxury coaches. The optimised contact pressure and balanced rubber mass distribution with new age compound provides excellent handling (comfort) and mileage. The special tread design reduces in-cabin noise too.