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Additionally, our ‘Smart Tyres’ sensors allow for early detection of issues and deployment of timely, preventive measures to avoid them. In turn, aiding in the delivery of higher fuel efficiency of up to four to five per cent leading to a reduction in carbon emissions. Moreover, our latest edition in EV tyres especially for SUVs, the new RANGER HPe is designed and developed with XPolymer3 technology making it the most durable, safest and fuel-efficient tyre for Indian road conditions.

We are also working with many OEMs to understand their requirement and to develop products basis their prerequisite. In terms of services, JK Tyre is a leader in fleet management mobility solutions. We provide a full-service tyre management programme, from purchasing new tyres to their disposal. We can assist our customers with improved tyre life and higher fuel efficiency on the road thanks to the ‘Total Tyre Management Service’ and our committed team of professionals that support them around the clock.

“According to popular belief, cutting down on material will directly lower the cost of the finished product. However, lightening the weight of a tyre is an expensive endeavour because a lighter raw material still has to perform better, therefore the cost of the material increases as a result of its strength and weight.” cost of the finished product. However, lightening the weight of a tyre is an expensive endeavour because a lighter raw material still has to perform better, therefore the cost of the material increases as a result of its strength and weight. Furthermore, the assembly, extrusion, and curing of these tyres must be done with extreme precision, adding to the cost of controls, inspection, and precision machinery. Also, the rigid requirements for tyre homogeneity in low-weight tyres cause performance to suffer and raises costs. Even though it has a shorter cycle time for curing, the cost is still too high, particularly in a market as India where consumers are very price sensitive.

For a domestic market, it also increases the price of an additional warranty because of damages and road risks, which is offered as an ‘Unconditional Warranty’ by JK Tyre. Currently, the value does not lead to a premium or price increase for tyre manufacturers from OEMS because it is incredibly cost competitive with relatively low margins. ACI