Chennai, Feb 24 (.) India’s automotive tyres major Apollo Tyres Ltd on Tuesday said it has inaugurated its state-of-the-art dedicated outdoor tyre testing facility at Ivalo, Finland.
Apollo Tyres’ Vice Chairman and MD, Neeraj Kanwar, Chief Commercial Officer, Benoit Rivallant and Chief Technology Officer, Daniele Lorenzetti jointly inaugurated the facility, the company said.
The new facility, developed under a long-term agreement with UTAC, a globally recognised automotive testing and certification group, represents a strategic investment in advanced testing capabilities.
Purpose-built to meet the rigorous demands of modern tyre development, the outdoor testing facility features:
-Dedicated snow and ice tracks designed to replicate a wide range of real-world winter driving conditions;
-Advanced measurement systems enabling precise data collection for braking, handling, traction and stability;
-Tailored infrastructure optimised for comprehensive tyre performance evaluation.
According to Apollo Tyres, by centralising and upgrading its outdoor winter testing operations, Apollo Tyres significantly improves both efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The facility allows engineering teams to conduct continuous testing without external constraints, resulting in:
-Faster product validation timelines
-Increased repeatability and accuracy of results
-Reduced logistical complexity
-Improved resource utilisation
“This inauguration is more than the opening of a facility, it is a clear demonstration of Apollo Tyres’ commitment to innovation, safety and performance excellence,” said Kanwar.
“With this investment, we are strengthening our ability to develop tyres that perform reliably in the most demanding winter conditions while maintaining exceptional year-round versatility,” Kanwar added.
. VJ SAS ARN