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FIA reveals Hankook as new WRC tyre supplier from 2025
The FIA has chosen Hankook as the official tyre partner and supplier for the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) for a three-year deal starting in 2025. Hankook was selected after a tender process launched by the FIA in July, based on criteria such as capabilities, sustainability, technical quality, cost, and marketing. This decision means that Hankook will replace Pirelli, the current tyre supplier, whose deal will end after the 2024 season. Michelin, the previous tyre supplier from 2011-2020, and DMACK were also in competition but did not win the tender. This will be Hankook’s first venture into the WRC, although they have experience in rallying and are currently the official tyre supplier to the Junior European Rally Championship.
