Nokian iLine - A Greener Tyre

Nokian has launched its latest summer tyre, the iLine, this tyre is aimed mostly at smaller vehicles and medium-sized family cars. There are many key benefits following the design and engineering behind this new tyre, one of which is improvements towards preventing aquaplaning. Although we are heading into the summer, we live in the UK and unfortunately there is bound to still be a lot of rain heading our way, which can lead to aquaplaning.

Aquaplaning occurs when traction is lost between the tyre and the road surface caused by a sheet of water, control of the vehicle is lost which can be incredibly dangerous. The new technology by Nokian uses 'Venturi Grooves' on the inner and outer shoulders, these contoured grooves are located between the tread blocks and work to disperse a larger amount of water. Another contributing factor is the asymmetrical inside-outside tread pattern, also working to remove water between the tyre and the driving surface at a faster rate, leading to that all important reduction in chances of aquaplaning resulting in keeping you and your passengers safer on wet roads.

There is a great focus on aquaplaning with the iLine, as well as the above technology, Nokian have also introduced a water drop symbol as an indicator into the tread to make you, as a driver, aware of the risks. Once the tread reaches 4mm the water drop symbol disappears, indicating the risks of aquaplaning are increased as the tyres wear below this point.

Nokian also show improvements towards fuel efficiency due to the low rolling resistance, this is possible due to the hemispherical, golf ball-like indentations on the walls of the longitudinal ribs controlling the air flow of the tyre. As well as reducing air resistance, the 'Silent Groove' Design also reduces noise levels both inside and outside the vehicle, allowing driving to be enjoyably quiet.

The iLine tyre also shows increased durability, this is due to the pine oil added to the silica tread compound, this works to reduce the temperature of the rubber compound therefore reducing the friction caused by inter-molecular movement. Nokian claim this allows the iLine to last much longer, consume less fuel, roll lighter and minimise harmful emissions.

This new innovation from Nokian will be available in a wide range of sizes from spring 2016, for more information on the iLine and other tyres available from Nokain, please call our friendly team on 0800 783 9310 or visit our website to see the large range of other brands we have available at Hometyre.

Written by Louise Cowlishaw - Hometyre HQ