Goodyear is taking off-road exploration to new heights with the launch of the adventure ready Wrangler DuraTrac RT in Australia. Wrangler DuraTrac RT joins the Goodyear range as an evolution of the original Wrangler DuraTrac, an award-winning tyre relied upon by Aussie enthusiasts for its proven performance off the beaten track.
The improved Wrangler DuraTrac RT puts itself clear of the competition once again with a series of considered updates bringing even higher levels of durability and traction while taking nothing away from the original fan-favourite.
“For the last 12 years, feedback from customers and dealers about the original Wrangler DuraTrac has consistently been ‘don’t change anything’,” said Jeremy Hill, Senior Director Sales & Marketing, Goodyear Tyres ANZ. “We love that, but just like our customers, we also like to explore the limits. Our evolved Wrangler DuraTrac RT keeps all the qualities that make the original so good and pushes even further.”
Benchmarked at Goodyear’s proving ground, the Wrangler DuraTrac RT boasts a +10% improvement in wet handling, a +10% improvement in dry handling and even better off-road performance in mud and sand than the already accomplished tyre on which it is based.
The Wrangler DuraTrac RT is designed for travellers who typically split their driving 70/30 between off-road/on-road, which also means it won’t feel out of place back on the bitumen. It’s a highly versatile tyre with the ability to cross-over from everyday driving, to the rugged worksite and onto the weekend escape.
A summary of the enhancements found in the Wrangler DuraTrac RT:
- Tread: A new, optimised tread pattern with solid tread blocks and more biting edges provides superior grip and traction in mud and other rugged conditions. The bold, attractive appearance clearly showcases the RT’s capability.
- Light Truck Construction: More robust construction and the introduction of Tri-Shield Technology – a thicker, three-ply sidewall, increasing strength for greater resistance to abrasions and cuts from rocks and sharp objects.
- Traction: DuraEdge Technology extends deep tread features over the shoulder of the tyre onto the upper sidewall, adding side-biters to enhance traction and delivering greater protection against rocks and extreme off-road hazards, especially when running lower pressures in unpredictable terrain.
- Compound: Wrangler DuraTrac RT retains the proven, durable tread compound of the original Duratrac, lauded for its hard-wearing characteristics, outstanding traction and resistance to cutting and chipping in extreme conditions. It remains as reliable as ever.
- Protection: Built-in rim protection provides a defensive barrier against scratches and wheel damage in rough terrain to keep rims looking their best.
The Wrangler DuraTrac RT tyre now comes with light truck construction across every size, meaning the carcass is even tougher than before. Wrap-around gum strips improve the bond between the steel belts and the tyre compound creating a greater connection to the tread blocks for even more confidence. The Wrangler DuraTrac RT is ready to explore anywhere.
Detailed changes to the tread pattern bring a major increase in the number of sipes, which improves traction in wet, muddy and snowy conditions. Blade angle changes on the tread blocks and changes to the angle and depth of tie-bars between tread blocks result in reduced tread squirm and more predictable performance everywhere. Deeper tie-bars also serve to further reduce rubber chipping.
“I love taking off to explore the rugged terrain of Australia,” said off-road enthusiast Tim Bates of Tim Bates 4WD Adventures. “Having the right tyre that lets me go where I please is so important, and that’s exactly what the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac RT has proven to be. The new Wrangler DuraTrac RT gives me even more of the confidence I want in my tyres. It maximises my vehicle and lets me tackle the remote and off-road places I’m always looking forward to.”
To find your nearest Goodyear stockist or for more information about our range, visit goodyear.com.au.
