The Ventus Evo Z from Hankook is a UHP summer tyre designed for drivers seeking high steering precision on the road as well as during a track day. Its architecture combines an asymmetric tread pattern, a compound derived from technologies used in competition, and a hybrid aramid belt to promote power transmission and stability at high speeds.
Thanks to its asymmetric design, the tyre helps make efficient use of traction, including at high speed. It offers a direct steering response, maintains its balance under load and delivers progressive grip during acceleration and braking phases, for handling that remains controllable in sporty driving.
To improve block stability in the most demanding corners, Hankook has worked on the angle of the outer walls of the grooves, set at 30°. The transverse grooves are not connected to the main grooves in order to increase the contact area with the ground, while rubber bridges placed at the start of the grooves reduce small block movements. This design limits deformation and reinforces precision on corner entry as well as exit.
The hybrid aramid belt helps keep the tread stable when speeds become very high, even with high power outputs and heavy loads. It helps preserve an optimal contact patch and consistent behaviour.
The Ventus evo Z is the first Hankook tyre to combine a liquid resin with a solid resin with a high softening point, a solution taken from racing tyres. This compound promotes grip from the first rotations of the wheel and helps maintain grip as the temperature rises on the track.
Positioned as a super-sport tyre, the Ventus evo Z targets consistent performance at high speed. It prioritises road holding and cornering precision to support dynamic, controlled driving.
Its innovative compound quickly reinforces grip, including on wet roads. It also contributes to shorter braking distances, cornering stability and safer driving thanks to improved aquaplaning resistance.
