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Lanxess has commissioned a study with Frost & Sullivan consultants to examine how motorists in Singapore would benefit from “Green Tires”. According to the study, the use of “Green Tires” on all vehicles in Singapore would result in a saving of 357,468 tons of CO2 as well as a saving of 146 million liters of fuel annually.

Synthetic Rubber Drives “Green Tires” Evolution

“Green Tires” can reach their peak performance with formulations containing both Nd-PBR and solution styrene butadiene rubber (SSBR). Lanxess also produces SSBR, which is mainly used in the tread compound of “Green Tires”, where it helps to reduce rolling resistance and improve grip on wet roads.

“We are now moving from the age of tire design to the age of tire materials, which will make the difference in performance,” said Heitmann. “And here Lanxess is playing a leading role in developing the tires of tomorrow.”

20–30 Percent of fuel Consumption Related to Tires

Studies show that 20-30 percent of a vehicle’s fuel consumption and 24 percent of road vehicle’s CO₂ emissions are related to tires. “Green Tires” can reduce fuel consumption by 5-7 percent and have a shorter cost amortization period in comparison to other fuel-saving technologies in cars.

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