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BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A Tyres Now Available in Malaysia
BFGoodrich recently launched the Trail-Terrain T/A, a new ‘on-road plus’ tyre with on-road
capability.
As its slogan ‘Lives on the road, loves to get away’ suggests, the new BF- Goodrich Trail-Terrain T/A is built to last, equipped for every season and en- gineered to explore in all weather and road conditions.
Michelin Malaysia Managing Director Oliver Biggart said: “The Trail-Terrain T/A responds to the post-Covid adven- ture mindset and growing DIY trends that target drivers of All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) crossover utility vehicles (CUVs), sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and light trucks. These are adventure-ready ve- carrying gear and outdoor recreational activities – perfect for the next explora-
Covered by a 6-year manufacturer warranty, the Trail Terrain T/A features 3 ‘outstanding advantage’. With its full- depth 3-D locking sipes, Michelin says the new tyre provides excellent tread block stability for even wear, resulting in a longer tread life as well as quiet and comfortable ride.
The tyre is equipped for all conditions as it is ‘severe snow rated’ with a three- - ing. This allows it to continue providing traction long after the mercury drops with the full-depth 3-D locking sipes that Michelin says are engineered to create plenty of power and grip over the full life of the tyre. Its serrated shoulder is optimised for soft-soil traction in light - mising road noise. This design could also resist chipping and tearing during occasional gravel road use.
With 41 tyre sizes (23 T-rated and 18 H-rated), the Trail-Terrain T/A covers all CUVs, SUVs, and light trucks.
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