The Hankook ION Nordic I*ce (IW04) is a studded winter tire specifically engineered for electric vehicles and designed for extreme winter conditions. This tire features optimized stud pins using artificial intelligence analysis to deliver approximately 40% better ice performance compared to traditional internal combustion engine winter tires, while reducing stud noise by 2% compared to standard products. Key technologies include shift stud pin placement for minimized aquaplaning, ice slit design for enhanced traction, and a super mileage design that provides 10% better durability than standard winter tires due to even ground pressure distribution. The tire incorporates lightweight design and Hankook's proprietary Opti Cure technology to achieve 4% better low rolling resistance, helping to reduce range anxiety for electric vehicle owners. It carries H and T speed ratings with XL load capacity options available in various sizes, and meets severe snow requirements with the 3PMSF symbol. The IW04 is recommended for electric vehicles including sedans and SUVs, with a dedicated SUV variant (IW04A) available for larger vehicles.
