Land Rover chooses Goodyear tyres for new Defender

Goodyear is supplying two types of 4×4 tyres for the all-new Land Rover Defender – an off-road icon back with a new generation for 2020.

The first is the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure is available in 18, 19 and 20-inch wheels. This multi-skilled and all-round tyre allows Defender drivers to enjoy a high level of riding comfort, while at the same time leave the road at any time and face off-road tracks with absolute confidence.

It has a reinforced Kevlar carcass to give consistency and prevent punctures and perforations during off-road use. The shoulders have DuraWall technology that avoids punctures or breaks in the flank area – useful when driving on rocky areas. The Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure also features an optimised tread design, which Goodyear says will allow it to achieve 37% more mileage than the average of its competitors.

Defender buyers wanting an extra level of off-road performance can opt for the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac, also available at in 18, 19 and 20-inch sizes.

It incorporates TractiveGroove technology, which is designed to ensures optimal traction on difficult surfaces such as mud or snow.

Jaguar Land Rover has been working closely for many years with Goodyear on the supply of original equipment tyres (OE) for various models in its wide range.