Yokohama bring in new rally tyre

Yokohama have released a new tyre in the UK this week  for its rally fields.

The Yokohama A053 is new gravel tyre and was designed during the season in 2010.

The tyre will be available in 3 compounds: super soft, soft and medium.

Mark Evans Yokohama worker said “We are very excited by the introduction of the A053 tyre. The preceding gravel tyre, the A035E, had a good reputation but the new one is an improvement in every aspect.

“Tests have shown greater traction and grip, improved stability and just as important, enhanced strength and therefore, puncture resistance. We are currently in discussion with several drivers with
a view to supporting their campaigns in British rallying and I’m looking forward to them demonstrating how good a tyre the A053 is.”