Mr. Seung Hwa Suh, Global CEO of Hankook Tire, said, "our long-term and consistent investments continue to strengthen our technology, and the surge in sales for our high-end products reflects our growing reputation for providing high-quality, high-performance tyres. The company is in a strong position to build on this reputation, and we should continue to highlight the quality and technology behind our tyres to sustain success in emerging markets, as well as continue to challenge in other more established markets."