Falken Tires launches Azenis FK460 A/S silent core tire for EVs

Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Falken Tires, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. in Japan, has introduced an Ultra-High Performance All-Season tire designed specifically for electric vehicles: the all-new Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core.
Falken’s Silent Core technology adapts the Ultra High Performance All-Season Azenis FK460 A/S to the needs of today’s most popular Electric Vehicles (EVs). Silent Core dramatically reduces tire cavity noise thanks to a foam insert strategically placed along the backside of the tire tread. Falken engineers utilized tire noise simulation to ensure optimized development and placement for a quieter, more comfortable ride.

Like the Azenis FK460 A/S, the FK460 A/S Silent Core was developed from Falken’s award-winning Advanced 4D Nano Technology, producing a rubber compound that achieves the multifaceted balance of high-performance capability, four-season traction and long-tread life.

The Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core also maintains the same intricate tread pattern as the original FK460, with emerging grooves and interlocking sipes ensuring the tire delivers more poise and stability in inclement conditions while also reducing air channeling noise. Additionally, Canyon Groove Technology enhances braking performance in the snow.

“Our team is very proud to introduce this tire to the market,” said Tsuyoshi Johnson, Falken’s Director of Product Planning. “The Product Development team worked diligently to ensure the FK460 A/S Silent Core provides the same exhilarating performance drivers expect from the Azenis FK460, while further improving the quiet ride this tire already delivers. We believe the FK460 A/S Silent Core achieves this and more, and we’re thrilled to officially offer this product to our customers.”

The Azenis FK460 A/S Silent Core was engineered to complement many of today’s popular electric vehicles, including Audi E-Tron S, Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, Genesis GV60 & GV70, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Lucid Motors Air, Mercedes-Benz EQS (sedan & SUV), Nissan Ariya, Polestar 2, and Tesla Models 3, S, X, & Y.

The initial rollout will include 16 sizes, with available rim sizing of 18 to 22-inches. Featuring a 50,000-mile limited tread life warranty and Falken’s Road Hazard Protection, the FK460 A/S Silent Core gives drivers performance-minded peace and quiet season after season.

“Adding the FK460 A/S Silent Core to our product lineup helps us support the growing number of electric vehicles on the road today and for years to come,” said Rick Brennan, Falken’s Vice President of Strategic Planning. “We understand the needs of today’s EV drivers, and know a quiet, comfortable ride is important to them. Pairing that with the all-season capability of our FK460 ensures our customers remain safe and confident behind the wheel.”