Hankook Tire to Propel High-Speed Adventures at 2025 WRC Rally Estonia

Hankook Tire & Technology, a global leader in tire manufacturing, is gearing up to showcase its cutting-edge technology at the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) with its support of Round 8—Delfi Rally Estonia. This thrilling event will unfold from July 17 to 20 in Tartu and surrounding areas in southern Estonia, marking a key highlight in the motorsport calendar.

First introduced to the WRC in 2020, Rally Estonia has quickly risen to prominence as the nation’s premier motorsport gathering. This year's rally will initiate from Tartu, the country’s second-largest city, covering an extensive course of 308 kilometers, consisting of 20 thrilling special stages. Competitors will race through a varied landscape characterized by rapid straightaways, tight turns, and the undulating terrain typical of southern Estonia.

Rally Estonia is infamous for its extraordinarily high average competition speeds, which often exceed 120 km/h. The course's challenging gravel surfaces, punctuated by jump sections and rugged conditions, demand remarkable concentration and precise vehicle control. The stakes are incredibly high as teams navigate these treacherous paths with agility, relying on the reliable performance of their rally tires.

Hankook Tire will provide its premier all-terrain rally tire, the Dynapro R213, throughout the event. This tire is celebrated for its exceptional shock absorption capabilities on uneven surfaces, ensuring drivers can maintain optimal control even at high velocities. Engineered for superior grip and handling, the Dynapro R213 also stands out for its durability, repelling damage from unforeseen external impacts and delivering consistent results in the most adverse weather and road conditions. With its hard and soft compound options, this tire has already established a formidable reputation in previous competitions, including rounds held in Portugal and Italy, where drivers tackled sharp rocks and rugged dirt terrain.

As the 2025 WRC season reaches its midpoint, the championship standings boast Elfyn Evans from the Toyota GAZOO Racing World Rally Team leading with 150 points. He is closely followed by teammate Sébastien Ogier with 141 points and Ott Tänak of the Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team with 138 points. The competition amongst these elite drivers has become a central storyline for fans and is expected to escalate in excitement as they approach the second half of the season.

Hankook Tire's commitment to excellence in motorsport is underscored by its position as the exclusive tire supplier across all WRC categories commencing in the 2025 season. The company is consistently harnessing insights gained from providing tires to over 70 global motorsport events, including the WRC, to refine and enhance its tire offerings. This continuous improvement reflects Hankook's dedication to maintaining its leading position in ultra-high-performance tire manufacturing.

As enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the upcoming Rally Estonia, Hankook Tire's presence assures thrilling high-speed battles, showcasing not only the prowess of the drivers but also the innovative engineering behind their tires. Rally fans can expect an exhilarating display of skill and technology as they witness some of the world's best rally drivers push themselves and their vehicles to the limits.

Stay tuned as we follow how Hankook Tire supports these high-speed endeavors and experiences the fierce championship battles at the WRC Rally Estonia 2025.