Goodyear continues title sponsorship of ETRC with new tyre specification

Goodyear is set to continue its title partnership and exclusive tyre supply to the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship in 2024.

The opening round will take place at Misano on 25th-26th May, where Goodyear will debut its next iteration of truck racing tyres.

Launched in 1985, this year marks 40 years of this prime competition. Today, the championship features vehicles from leading manufacturers and this will be the ninth season where Goodyear is the official partner and exclusive tyre supplier.

This season, Goodyear says it will bring an all-new tyre compound to the championship, developed to deliver more grip, especially in wet conditions, thereby helping to elevate the safety standards of truck racing.

In Goodyear FIA ETRC, the regulations mandate the use of a single tyre for a wide range of conditions across various circuits: from dry tracks to wet, cold, and hot surfaces across different circuits. It can pose a challenge to ensure optimal performance throughout the series.

The introduction of the new Goodyear Truck Racing Tire broadens the performance spectrum, offering enhanced wet grip and durability. This advancement not only extends tyre lifespan and performance but also supports the ETRC’s sustainability goals by reducing the overall tyre usage throughout the season.

The tyre has been developed at Goodyear’s Innovation Center in Luxembourg, and tested at the Goodyear Proving Grounds, as well as Nürburgring, Most and Slovakia Ring circuits. Engineers have particularly focused on contact patch optimisation to encourage even wear and optimise performance across the lifespan of the tyre.

The seven-event championship will visit Italy, Slovakia, Belgium, Germany, Czech Republic, France and Spain on the way to crowning a champion. All eyes will be on Norbert Kiss, the five-time champion, who has dominated the last three seasons.