Kumho Tire develops sealant tires  [ Korea ]

Kumho Tire has developed a sealant tires (self-sealing tires), becoming the first Korean tire supplier to develop such tires. The sealant tire provides a seal around nails and other penetrating objects in the tread area to trap the air inside. The advanced tire enables the vehicle to continue driving, eliminating the need for emergency tire changes. (From a press release on January 3, 2014)