Introduction:
Goodyear tires have been chosen as original equipment fitments on the brand-new Audi Q6 e-tron, the German automaker’s new fully electric premium SUV. With a specific focus on suiting the characteristics of the Audi electric SUV and incorporating technology that reduces road noise, Goodyear developed its range of summer and winter tires for the Q6 e-tron.
Title 1: Goodyear’s Tire Fitments for Audi’s Q6 e-tron
Goodyear’s fitments for the Audi Q6 e-tron come from its Eagle F1 Asymmetric and UltraGrip ranges for summer and winter applications, respectively. These approved fitments will cater to multiple trim levels, with sizes ranging from 18” to 21”. The collaboration between Goodyear and Audi during the modeling and testing phases of tire development has resulted in fitments that enhance the vehicle’s performance and meet specific exterior noise standards.
Title 2: Developing Quieter Tires for the Q6 e-tron
The new Q6 e-tron had to meet specific exterior noise standards to adhere to new regulations, requiring tire development to reduce road noise. Goodyear tailored the tread design and construction of the OE tires to support Audi’s targets. Specific tire specifications for each axle were developed, allowing for excellent cornering stability and handling behavior, ultimately enhancing the driving experience.
Title 3: Collaboration with Audi and Innovative Design
Alexandre Scharis, Goodyear Senior Technical Project Manager, highlighted the special relationship between Goodyear and Audi, which enabled the development of bespoke tires tailored to the latest models. The collaboration involved fundamental bead area studies that led to an innovative bead area design for consistent tire performance. Goodyear’s Managing Director Consumer OE in EMEA, Johannes Moll, expressed pride in being chosen by Audi to develop tailored OE tire fitments for the Q6 e-tron.
Title 4: Tire SKUs Available
Goodyear offers a range of tire SKUs for the Audi Q6 e-tron, including the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV AU and UltraGrip Performance+ SUV AU in various sizes. These tire options cater to different trim levels and provide optimized performance, reduced road noise, and enhanced driving experience.
Title 5: Establishing a Partnership with Audi on Electric Vehicles
The OE fitments for the Q6 e-tron build on Goodyear’s established relationship with Audi on electric vehicles, having previously equipped models like the e-tron GT quattro and RS e-tron GT. This partnership showcases Goodyear’s commitment to the future of electric mobility and its ability to develop tailored tire solutions that meet the advanced standards of Audi’s latest electric models.