Yokohama tires fitted as original equipment on new Mercedes-Benz SLK Models

The SLK has been sold around the world since its European debut in March 2011 and it is the sixth Mercedes-Benz series to be factory-equipped with Yokohama Rubber’s tires. The other six are the CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG, ML-class AMG, C-class, C-class AMG and CLS.

The ADVAN Sport V105 was develop jointly by Yokohama Rubber and Daimler, and the “MO” mark on the side of each tire signifies approval by Daimler. The new tires deliver all the high-speed stability of the ADVAN Sport V103, on which the V105 is based. Wet and dry handling and braking performance have been further improved. There is a fine balance of a quiet ride and high level of comfort. As part of Yokohama Rubber’s policy to developing environmentally sound products, the tires also exhibit both improved wear resistance and reduced rolling resistance. The mark of Yokohama Rubber’s new eco tire BluEarth is on each sidewall, further show our commitment to producing environmentally, human and socially friendly tires. The ADVAN Sport V103 is fitted as original equipment on the Audi S8, A7 and Q7, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and Cayenne, the Bentley Continental, and Mercedes-Benz models.

The ADVAN Sport V105 is the successor to the ADVAN Sport V103, and will be fitted first as original equipment. Based on demonstration of its cutting-edge technology coming standard on some of the world’s leading high-performance automobiles and its high level of performance, the V105 will then be introduced into replacement markets around the world. The number of available sizes will be extended from the beginning of 2012 accordingly.

Available sizes:

Rim	Size	Front	Rear
16 inch	205/55R16 91V	○	○
	225/50R16 92V		○
	205/55R16 91W	○	○
	225/50R16 92W		○
17 inch	225/45R17 91W	○
	245/40R17 91W		○