Motorsport
Dominik Stříteský secures victory in the sixth round of the FIA European Championship, sponsored by Hankook Tire
2024. 08. 22
- Hankook Tire-equipped Dominik Stříteský takes first place in the sixth round of Europe’s most prestigious rally competition
- Hankook Tire's rally racing tire outperforms global competitors, proving its exceptional performance
Seoul, Korea, August 22, 2024 — Global leading tire company Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook Tire) announced that Dominik Stříteský, equipped with Hankook rally racing tires, claimed victory in the sixth round of the European Rally Championship during the "Czech Rally Zlín 2024," held from August 16 to 18 in Zlín, Czech Republic.
Rally competitions require tires that combine agility and durability to adapt to abrupt shifts in terrain as they navigate a mix of asphalt and dirt roads over an extended period. This event served as a platform for global tire manufacturers to display their technological advancements and highlighted Hankook Tire’s top-tier tire technology on the world stage.
Dominik Stříteský delivered an outstanding performance, taking the lead in the fourth stage and maintaining first place through the final 15th stage. He secured his victory with a total record of 1 hour, 41 minutes, and 56.7 seconds.
This competition marked the fifth round of the Czech Rally Championship, a regional series with a 30-year history. This is Dominik Stříteský’s third win of the season, bringing him one step closer to securing the overall championship title for the 2024 season.
Hankook Tire is advancing global motorsports by supplying racing tires to prestigious events, such as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship and the 24 Hours Series endurance race while sponsoring top-level teams participating in these competitions.
Hankook Tire is leveraging motorsports to solidify its image as a premium brand globally, while simultaneously applying the advanced technology developed through these activities to both high-performance and standard tires. This strategy enhances the company’s global reputation for top-tier technology and quality.
