Kumho Tires Earns Two 'Best Buy' Recommendations

Consumers Digest presents Kumho with "Best Buy" Awards

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., April 20 -- Kumho Tires, one of the world's leading tire manufacturers, earned two "Best Buy" awards in a recent tire evaluation conducted by Consumers Digest magazine. Kumho's Solus KR21 and Ecsta STX were honored in the Touring Cars and Performance SUV categories respectively. The Consumers Digest evaluation ranged from all-season passenger and performance tires to those for light trucks and SUVs.

The tire Best Buys, which are featured in Consumers Digest's February 2009 issue, are chosen by Consumers Digest editors based on results from independent testing, technical experts and over-the-road evaluations.

"The Solus KR21 is an outstanding touring tire and the Ecsta STX is an exceptional performance SUV tire and all of us at Kumho are excited about the recognition these tires have received," said Rick Brennan, Kumho's vice president, sales and marketing. "Earning Consumers Digest's 'Best Buy' award is a key indicator of Kumho's pledge to value and performance."

The Solus KR21 is Kumho Tire's Standard Touring All-Season tire made for the drivers of coupes, sedans, minivans, and crossover and sport utility vehicles. The Solus KR21 boasts a combination of long wear, low noise and superior ride with capable handling and all-season traction, even in light snow.

The Ecsta STX is an aggressive tire designed for quick response and sporty handling. This tire is made for the needs of the SUV and light truck driver. The all season performance provides superior wet and dry handling.

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., Kumho Tire U.S.A. is the U.S. distribution arm of Kumho Tire Co. In addition to its 830,000 square foot headquarters and central distribution facility in Rancho Cucamonga, the company operates four additional distribution facilities in Brunswick, Atlanta, Chicago, Columbus and Dallas. More information about the company and its products can be found at www.kumhotireusa.com.