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Nokian tractor tyre a Fennia winner

The Nokian Ground King Intuitu smart tyres combine the revolutionary Hybrilug tread pattern technology and wireless connectivity with a design that is functional, distinctive and aesthetic to perfection. This has proven to be the winning combination, earning its design team the prestigious Fennia Prize Winner award. Source: Timberbiz

Bridging the gap between a lug and block pattern tire, Nokian Tyres Ground King has a pattern design unlike anything else in the market. Combine this with Nokian Tyres Intuitu smart tyre sensors and application, and you have a tractor tyre that is unique in many ways.

“I’ve had the pleasure to be part of the Nokian Tyres Ground King project all the way, from the beginning from the ideation to the prototypes and extensive testing”, says Caleb Claassen, Head Designer at Nokian Tyres.

“You can use the same tire in all kinds of conditions and still achieve much more comfortable ride, traction, self-cleaning in the fields, and really smooth and vibration-free ride on the roads.”

Besides the new tread technology, the Nokian Tyres Ground King has a digital dimension with Intuitu connectivity. The Intuitu platform, paired with the sensors inside the tyre, keeps the owner informed of the tires’ condition, making work safer, more efficient and economical.

The judges at Fennia Prize 22 appreciated not only the design of the tyre, but the future potential it holds. In their rationale, the jury said:

“The utilization of design has already yielded added value and premium quality for the company’s products. User centricity has always been important to the company. Ground King Intuitu tyres are a new flagship product that also helps the company stand out from the competition.”