New Goodyear Eagle F1 - A Product of Trinuum Technology KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 26 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ -- Throughout the world, Goodyear sells more tires than anyone but its new high-performance tire -- the Eagle F1 -- isn't for everyone. The Eagle F1, previously available throughout Asia but with additional sizes being introduced recently, is designed specifically to meet the needs of Asia's performance-minded drivers and their high-performance machines. These select drivers can expect a new level in driving performance and satisfaction when they match their high-performance vehicle with Eagle F1's speed rating of more than 240 KPH, Goodyear's highest traction and speed rating and technology proven on the world's toughest race courses. "Proper tire selection is a determining factor in getting the most out of your performance vehicle each and every time you drive," said Hugh Pace, president of Goodyear's Asia region. "Goodyear engineers designed the Eagle F1 specifically for performance-minded drivers by combining the highest quality raw materials with Goodyear's revolutionary Trinuum technology to deliver a tire with unparalleled street radial performance." Eagle F1 delivers exceptional traction, pinpoint handling and a smooth, graceful ride while its unique, directional tread virtually screams "speed" and "cornering." Even under the wettest of conditions, the tread design directs the flow of water out from under the tread footprint, ensuring maximum rubber contact with the road. Goodyear's Trinuum technology, with "Tri" -- representing the power of three -- and "nuum" -- representing a continuum of tire technology, combines the respective strengths from Goodyear's three global development and technical centers in Japan, Europe and America to design the perfect tire for every application, every terrain and every driver. Additional Eagle F1 features include: * Natural flow tread grooves -- evacuate water from under the tyre for superior wet traction and unmatched dry traction due to its unique, extra-large footprint pattern. * Spiral nylon overlay -- provides even pressure distribution that improves uniformity and ride comfort while reducing heat build-up at high speeds * Two angled polyester plies -- add strength and resilience to withstand impact shocks and cornering tension * Decoupling blades -- divide the shoulder tread elements allowing them to individually grip the road in sharp corners for superior traction and handling * Goodyear's ultra high-performance tread compound -- provides exceptional wet traction response while maximizing dry traction performance, treadwear and comfort "The Eagle F1 signals a revolution in tyre performance," Pace added. "Every facet of Goodyear's design methods is focused on making our tires perform to their fullest potential and beyond. It's why Goodyear stands for innovation, performance and perfection throughout the world, keeping us one revolution ahead." The world's largest tire company, Goodyear has had a presence in Asia since 1908. Today, Goodyear is represented in almost every Asian country through a network of manufacturing plants, technical facilities, rubber plantations and sales operations. In Asia it employs approximately 6,000 people. Goodyear, with the addition of its Dunlop tire joint ventures, employs more than 105,000 people worldwide. SOURCE: The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company NOTE TO EDITORS: Your contact for information in the Philippines is Rene Silva, Advertising & PR Manager at 63-2-807-0516. In Thailand, you may contact Siriluck Ongthaveekiat, Advertising & PR Manager at 66-2-2642700-8, ext. 212. CONTACT: Rich Ellis of Goodyear, 330-796-8517, or [email protected] Web site: http://www.goodyear.com