JK Tyre & Industries Ltd today announced the launch of its new 'ULTIMA NXT' tubeless tyre range in a bid to further increase its penetration among the small car segment. Currently, the 'ULTIMA NXT' tyres would be for Maruti 800, Maruti Wagon R, Maruti Zen, Zen Estio, Alto and Hyundai Santro.

''With the launch of ULTIMA NXT, we demonstrate our leadership in advance technology in tyres. The unique features of the ULTIMA NXT range of tyres include high control, smooth and silent drive. This captures all the benefits of the product and the experience we would like to give to the customer,'' company Marketing Director A S Mehta said in a statement.

These tyres have special Hydro planing channels for superb wet handling and anti-aquaplaning and is equipped with the new concept of Unique Split Wing (USW) design which provides excellent Dry and Wet Traction.