Nexen Tire VC Invests in Autonomous Shuttle Startup May Mobility
Next Century Ventures (NCV), the corporate venture capital arm of Nexen Tire, announced that it has invested in May Mobility. Founded in the U.S. in 2017, May Mobility works with cities and private entities across the U.S. and Japan to deploy autonomous vehicles that bridge gaps in transportation, including routes in Michigan, Indiana and Texas,
Jeff Perry: Relationships Key to Success in the Tire Industry
For Jeff Perry, the most exciting part about his job in the tire industry is the people in it. A self-described “relationships-driven” professional, Perry knows that he can pick up the phone to celebrate a win or hash out a solution to a problem with someone he has a relationship with on the other line.
Nexen Tire Sponsors Dirt Track Driver Chase Frohnapeel
Nexen Tire America, Inc. is sponsoring Chase Frohnapfel, an up-and-coming late-model dirt track driver with Frohnapfel Motorsports based in Canal Winchester. This sponsorship puts Nexen Tire America branding in several places on Chase’s car, fire suit, pit area and other team areas. Chase is also promoting the brand during open-pit events, meet and greets and
Nexen Tire Debuts Roadian ATX All-Terrain Tire
Nexen Tire America, Inc. has announced the global debut of the Roadian ATX, which the company describes as the next generation of Nexen’s all-terrain tire lineup. The company says dealers will have access to 63 different SKUs ranging from 15- to 22-in. rims. Nexen’s new all-terrain tire features the latest material advancements designed specifically for
Nexen Manchester City Cup Returns To San Diego
Nexen Tire America, Inc announced it will once again serve as the title sponsor and official presenting partner of the 2022 Manchester City Cup Presented by Nexen Tire which takes place this Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-30 at the Surf Cup Sports Complex in Del Mar, California and the SoCal Sports Complex in nearby Oceanside. Like previous
Tires for Pickup Trucks are Picking Up Speed
In recent years, the pickup truck market has grown in more ways than one. While the number of vehicles in the segment continues to climb, the versatility expected of pickups is also on the rise. According to a Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) report in April 2021, the light truck (LT) segment — which includes
Nexen Tire Unveils 80th Anniversary Emblem
Nexen Tire recently unveiled a commemorative 80th-anniversary emblem to observe the company’s eight decades in the tire manufacturing sector. The new commemorative emblem incorporates Nexen’s legacy and history, symbolizing the importance of the company’s long-term commitment to its consumers, Nexen says. The overall design of the emblem resembles a moving tire, demonstrating Nexen’s initiatives of
Nexen Tire Launches 2022 Motorsports Program
Nexen Tire Motorsports launched the kickoff of its 2022 U.S. motorsports program and its support to four drivers in Formula DRIFT. This year, Nexen Tire says it looks to strengthen its competitive racing program by supplying Nexen’s tires to podium-finishing drivers. Nexen says the 2022 Formula DRIFT season kicks off on the “Streets of Long
Nexen Tire Partners With Animal Rescue Rigs
Nexen Tire announced its partnership with Animal Rescue Rigs (ARR), an animal-rescue 501(c)(3) charity, to supply the company’s Roadian MTX Xtreme Off-Road tire for PAWS ONE, a highly modified 2018 Nissan TITAN XD Gas PRO-4X debuted at the 2018 Specialty Equipment Manufacturer Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. Nexen says PAWS ONE features 35-in. Nexen
Nexen Tire Develops Performance Prediction System Using A. I.
Nexen Tire says it has developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based tire-performance prediction system. They will use machine-learning technology in the design stage to predict tire-performance parameters more precisely and rapidly, such as fuel efficiency, noise, stopping distance and handling. The ability to forecast tire performance early in the development process has the benefit of reducing
Nexen Tire Announces Brand Sponsorship of LPGA’s Yaeeun Hong
Nexen Tire America, Inc. announced the continuation of its brand-ambassador partnership with Yaeeun Hong, which began in 2020. Hong will also represent the brand for the first time during this year’s Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour. The 19-year-old golf player from South Korea began playing under the guidance of her father, a former national
Nexen Tire Selected OE for 2022 Volkswagen Jetta
Nexen Tire America, Inc., announced its N’Fera AU7 UHP all-season tire has been selected as original equipment on the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta in the U.S. market. For 2022, Jetta has been refreshed with an updated engine and exterior styling and features robust enhancements in both performance and technology, Nexen says. The Volkswagen Jetta will be
