New Nissan GT-R to be fitted with Dunlop UHP tires

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New Nissan GT-R to be fitted with Dunlop UHP tires

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Akron, OH - When the 2013 Nissan GT-R rolls into dealer showrooms this spring, it will be fitted with ultra-high performance Dunlop tires. According to Nissan, major refinements to the 2013 GT-R’s 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 engine resulted in an increased output of 545 horsepower. Similarly, torque has been increased to 463 lb-ft from 448 lb.-ft. The engine is even hand-assembled in a special clean room, similar to racing powerplant construction. To put that power into motion, Nissan worked with Dunlop to develop a tire exclusively for the R35 GT-R which would maximize the all-wheel-drive supercar’s performance. The result was Dunlop’s SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST CTT, the exclusive original equipment tire of the 2013 Nissan GT-R. The SP Sport Maxx GT 600 builds upon Dunlop’s strong track record of building ultra-high performance tires. It features a high-grip, silica-reinforced tread compound, solid center rib to help enhance steering response and driver feedback, an asymmetric tread pattern to provide a balance of performance in wet and dry conditions, and circumferential grooves to help evacuate water for enhanced wet traction. To strengthen the link between the tire and rim, a unique bead shape was developed. The SP Sport Maxx GT 600 also incorporates many innovative Dunlop technologies, including: Dunlop Self-Supporting Technology (DSST): a patented, reinforced sidewall construction designed to temporarily support the weight of the car after a loss of air pressure. Combined Tire Technology (CTT): allows for less tire weight and a rounder cavity shape which helps improve ride comfort. Jointless Band Technology: a continuous spiral fabric ply helps maintain the tire’s shape, enabling smooth performance at high speeds. Multi-Pitch Tread Design Technology: helps reduce noise for a quiet ride.