Toyo will outfit third-generation Toyota Prius

May 22, 2009

The Toyo Proxes R30A will be an original equipment fitment on the third-generation Toyota Prius in Japan. The new Prius was launched May 18.

The eco-friendly tire was developed for the Prius, according to Kenji Nakakura, CEO and president of Toyo Tire & Rubber Co. Ltd. It features low rolling resistance and quiet ride characteristics.

Toyo is suppling Toyota Motor Corp. with its Proxes R30A in size 215/45WR17.