Culture & Environment

 

Kumho Tires values the advancement of culture and the arts in society. As a leading global company, we contribute to the betterment of society through art, culture, and eco-conscious campaigns.

Our Values

Cultural Initiatives

More than just a tire company, we actively support the advancement of culture and the arts.

As a way of giving back to society, Kumho Tires is an avid supporter of active cultural initiatives, proundly participating in various philanthropic endeavors from art to music.

Kumho Cultural Foundation
Kumho Cultural Foundation The Kumho Cultural Foundation's key mission is to raise awareness of the classical music community, proudly presenting the world-renowned Kumho Asiana String Quartet, supporting up-and-coming prodigies, and sponsoring close to 200 concerts a year.

Kumho Art Hall
Kumho Art Hall Situated at the bustling center of Seoul, Korea, the Kumho Art Hall has become a new cultural attraction in the world of chamber music. The luxurious Hall was designed with a high-tech "Floating Floor System," creating an optimal space that excludes external vibration and noise.


Environment

Kumho Tires recognizes its responsibility to preserve nature and protect the environment for today and the future by taking proactive steps toward research and eco-friendly management efforts set with global standards.

Kumho Tires Environmental Business Management Report

Eco-Friendly Vision

International Standards

  • BS 7750 Certificate
  • EL Certificate
  • Establish LCA
  • Environmental management model certificate
  • Environmental Management Award
  • ISO 14001(EMS = Environmental Management System)

Environmentally-Friendly Gok-Sung Factory

Kumho Tire's Gok-Sung factory is located on the upper part of the Sum-Jin River, an area where nature is in its purest form. It is the home of many wild animals and fish. In an effort to preserve the wildlife and the beauty of the surrounding area, Kumho Tires has pledged to prevent the pollution of the river with a reverse osmosis facility that recycles waste water and consistently monitors pollution levels. In addition, the factory operates facilities that diminish air pollutants. Industrial waste is completely separated to recycle useful resources and to incinerate synthesized rubber waste and defective tires. During the process, steam is also reused to save energy. The surrounding areas of the water treatment facilities have been created into a scenic park for nearby residents.

Eco-conscious Products

In its endeavor to protect the environment and save energy, Kumho Tires continues to develop pollution-free and energy conserving materials in its product design and development.

HA Oil-Free Products

HA (High Aromatic) oil refers to the untreated DAE (Distillate Aromatic Extract), which is vacuum-distilled crude oil. When used excessively, such as in the auto industry, HA oil causes environmental pollution. Kumho Tires has begun to develop and implement HA oil-free technology.

Electric Vehicle Tire

Kumho Tires believes that the next generation of tires should display excellence in performance, safety, and environmental awareness. Years of research and investments have led to the development of the ECOTRON tire for electric vehicles. Unlike ordinary tires, Silica, a new type of anti-impact material, and special Carbon Black are used. This cutting-edge combination results in a lower rolling resistance of up to 45% and a reduced combustion rate of almost 10%, which in turn reduces the amount of pollutant emissions into the air.

EL Mark Certified

Kumho Tires continues to crusade for the environment by developing new products and implementing various recycling efforts. Two special environmentally sound products, the Solus and Power Racer II tires, are certified with EL Markings from the Environment Labeling Association in Korea. Eco-conscious endeavors include reducing the weight of tires, which is not only cost-efficient but also key in lowering the total volume of used tires. Improving tire abrasion performance has also extended the tire's life cycle. In overall production, use of hazardous primary and secondary materials has been substantially minimized.