Hankook's Dynapro R213 Tires Prove Durability in WRC Delfi Rally Estonia
Event summary
- Hankook Tire & Technology's Dynapro R213 tires successfully supported the WRC Delfi Rally Estonia, concluding on July 19, 2026.
- The rally featured 18 Special Stages and 301.8 kilometers of high-speed gravel roads with average speeds exceeding 120 km/h.
- Sami Pajari of Toyota GAZOO Racing World Rally Team won the rally using Hankook tires, moving into third place in the Drivers' Championship with 144 points.
- Hankook is the exclusive tire supplier for all WRC classes, leveraging race data to enhance its R&D and global competitiveness.
The big picture
Hankook's exclusive supply role in the WRC underscores its technological leadership in extreme all-terrain rally tires. The company's ability to gather and apply real-world performance data from high-stakes events strengthens its competitive edge, particularly as it seeks to maintain premium positioning in a rapidly evolving automotive sector.
What we're watching
- Performance Validation
- How Hankook's Dynapro R213 tires will perform in the upcoming Secto Rally Finland, known for its ultra-fast forest roads and successive jumps.
- Championship Dynamics
- Whether Sami Pajari can sustain his momentum and challenge the current championship leaders Elfyn Evans and Takamoto Katsuta.
- Technological Integration
- The pace at which Hankook integrates race-derived data into its R&D to maintain its premium standing in the global tire market.
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