Yokohama BluEarth gets FAW Toyota EV sedan bZ3 OE fitment in China

Yokohama began delivering its BluEarth-GT AE51 tyres in February as original equipment for the new bZ3 electric vehicle (EV) sedan sold in China by FAW Toyota Motor Co Ltd (FAW Toyota). The manufacturer is supplying the tyre in sizes 215/65R16 98H and 225/50R18 95V. The bZ3 was jointly developed by BYD Toyota EV Technology Co, Ltd, a joint venture established by Toyota Motor Corporation and BYD Company Ltd, and FAW Toyota.

The BluEarth-GT AE51 incorporates Yokohama’s touring tyre design and materials technology. The version supplied as OE for the bZ3 feature a highly rigid cover material that contributes to an exceptionally quiet ride and highly stable handling. The tyres’ structural components also include a low heat generating compound that reduces rolling resistance. Additional structural tuning contributes to a more comfortable ride.