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Kumho’s New Tires Roll Tire Technology Into Its Next Era
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Robert R. Guio, TestMiles.com , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Crugen GT Pro is one of the new tires, designed for crossovers and SUVs, and it succeeds the Crugen HP71.
Kumho is introducing new tires to replace existing models for SUVs and light trucks. The company is focusing on providing useful performance that lasts beyond the initial new-tire period. The Crugen GT Pro is one of the new tires, designed for crossovers and SUVs, and it succeeds the Crugen HP71.
Another new tire is the Road Venture HT, which replaces the Crugen HT51 and is intended for pickups, larger SUVs, and vans. Further details about these new tire models are available from the source, including specific features and benefits of the updated technology.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? Kumho is introducing new tires to replace existing models for SUVs and light trucks. The company is focusing on providing useful performance that lasts beyond the initial new-tire period. The Crugen…
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