25 drivers, all in 620 horsepower, V10 race cars, fighting across the globe in the most rigorous conditions, on the most demanding tracks. The weather is dynamic, the drivers’ skill varies, but one thing ties everything together: Hankook tires.
Since 2023, Hankook has been the exclusive global supplier for the Lamborghini Super Trofeo series, supplying every Huracán EVO2 on the grid with its tires, both slicks for dry and wet for rain. Working closely with Lamborghini’s motorsport division, Squadra Corse, Hankook developed the tires not only for competition and performance, but within strict regulations and technical guidelines set within the one-make race.
“To be selected as the official tire for the Lamborghini Super Trofeo, we conducted extensive real-vehicle testing under a variety of demanding conditions, including high-speed driving, high-speed cornering, and high-temperature environments,” admitted a Hankook representative when asked about the exclusive partnership. “Evaluations were carried out on multiple circuits – such as Jerez, Vallelunga, Monza, and Sepang – tailored to the performance characteristics of the Lamborghini Huracán EVO2. In particular, to assess high-speed stability and durability, we adjusted the vehicle setup to even more extreme conditions in order to test the limits of the tire’s performance. We also conducted thorough comparisons between prototype and mass-production products to ensure consistent quality.”
This level of attention to detail reminds us of similar conditions you’d normally find in other high-demand, extremely low tolerance environments, namely tech industries and the medical field. So why does Hankook go to this extreme? To prove that its tires – including the all-new Ventus Evo Z – not only meets but far exceeds the demands of its sports car drivers, the conditions of your every day road, and the max performance required from your vehicle.
