Nexen Tire to Supply Original Equipment Tires for KGM "Musso"... Targeting the Pickup Truck Market

On January 19, Nexen Tire announced that it will supply original equipment tires for the KG Mobility (hereafter KGM) pickup truck Musso. The supplied products, the 'N'Priz RH7' and 'Roadian HTX RH5', are optimized for the driving characteristics of pickup trucks that operate both on- and off-road.

The Musso pickup truck is a vehicle that must satisfy both high-load carrying capacity and off-road driving conditions. In response, Nexen Tire is supplying products designed to maintain driving stability and structural rigidity even under repeated loads, considering a cargo environment of up to 700 kg. The company focused on ensuring driving reliability so that stable driving performance can be achieved under various road conditions.

The 'N'Priz RH7' is supplied in 18-inch and 20-inch sizes and is suitable for large-diameter wheel specifications applied to higher trim levels. Four wide drainage grooves arranged in the longitudinal direction provide excellent water drainage and hydroplaning resistance when driving in the rain. In addition, optimized block design enhances driving stability while achieving a balanced combination of quietness and fuel efficiency.

The 'Roadian HTX RH5' is supplied in a 17-inch size and is suitable for the wheel specifications applied to the base trim. Designed with real-world use in mind, such as cargo driving and long-distance travel, this product features optimized tread patterns to ensure a balanced combination of ride comfort and mileage performance.

Kumho Tire supplies new car tires for the KGM pickup Musso. Provided by Kumho Tire

Through the supply of original equipment tires for the Musso, Nexen Tire revealed its plan to expand its presence in the large sport utility vehicle (SUV) and pickup truck markets. Nexen Tire currently supplies original equipment tires for a variety of pickup trucks and SUVs, including the KGM Musso, Kia Tasman, Jeep Wrangler, and Gladiator.

A Nexen Tire official stated, "The Musso is a vehicle that must account for both cargo loads and diverse driving environments, making the role of tires especially important," adding, "Through the development of original equipment tires tailored to vehicle characteristics, we will continue to expand cooperation with automakers in the multipurpose vehicle segment, including pickup trucks and SUVs."