Neu-Isenburg, Germany, 10 June 2025 – Premium tyre manufacturer Hankook is extending its offering for light commercial vehicles with the new Vantra Transit. Specially designed for transporters and small vans, the stand-out features of this summer tyre are high mileage, reliable safety and low rolling resistance. This new tyre development is Hankook’s response to the increasing use of commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to seven and a half metric tons for delivery purposes, a segment which grew by 15 percent throughout Europe in 2024.
The Vantra Transit combines innovative technologies with a robust construction. Its optimised tread design and wider tread reduce wear and increase mileage by up to 18 percent compared with its predecessor, while the innovative tread compound reduces rolling resistance by 15 percent compared with conventional tyres in the light commercial vehicle segment, saving commercial clients money on tyre changes and fuel. In addition, the reinforced carcass structure enables a high load capacity – ideal for use on fully laden vehicles. Thanks to its deformation-resistant 3D GripControl sipes, the Vantra Transit also cuts braking distances by an impressive 9 percent and boosts stability on wet surfaces by 13 percent.
“With the Vantra Transit, we are expanding our range of light commercial vehicles and offering a high-performance solution for transport professionals,” says Jongho Park, President and COO of Hankook Tire Europe. “The tyre combines high mileage with safety and efficiency – crucial factors for commercial customers who rely on their vehicles on a daily basis and keep a close eye on operating costs.”
The Hankook Vantra Transit is available now in 32 sizes from 13 to 17 inches.
Along with the Vantra Transit, Hankook offers other tyre solutions for transporters and vans. The Vantra LT ensures reliable performance in summer conditions, while the Winter i*cept LV with its outstanding traction and braking ability guarantees a high level of safety in winter.
