CEAT Kelani Holdings has expanded its radial tyre portfolio in Sri Lanka with the launch of two new SUV-focused products engineered to deliver a superior blend of control, comfort and durability across the country’s diverse driving conditions.
The launch introduces the SecuraDrive SUV tyre in size 215/65 R16 and the CrossDrive AT tyre in size 245/70 R16, taking CEAT’s total radial tyre portfolio in Sri Lanka to 82 variants. Designed and tested at CEAT’s R&D Centre in Frankfurt, Germany, these tyres bring globally benchmarked engineering to local roads, combining advanced compound technology and tread design with practical performance benefits for everyday driving.
The SecuraDrive SUV is positioned for modern urban and highway-driven SUVs such as the Toyota Rush, Suzuki Vitara, Nissan Qashqai, Juke and X-Trail, Kia Sportage and even utility vehicles like the Toyota Hilux. It has been engineered to deliver high-speed stability, precise handling and consistent grip across wet and dry surfaces.
At a technical level, the tyre’s wide face cavity and five-rib tread design increase the contact area with the road, ensuring more even pressure distribution.
Noise and ride comfort, two critical factors for SUV owners, have been addressed through a combination of pitch sequencing and advanced tread geometry.
Wet weather performance, a key concern on Sri Lankan roads, is enhanced by fluidic sipe designs that efficiently channel water away from the tyre surface. This improves traction and reduces the risk of aquaplaning, giving drivers greater confidence in heavy rain. Reinforced construction, including a two-ply build and rim flange protection, further improves durability and resistance to road damage, making the tyre well suited to both city use and rougher road conditions.
For more rugged applications, the CrossDrive AT has been developed as an all-terrain solution for vehicles such as the Mitsubishi Triton, Mitsubishi L200, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Montero and Kia Sorento.
Its aggressive zig-zag groove pattern is engineered to bite into loose and soft surfaces, delivering strong forward traction when driving on gravel, mud or uneven terrain.
A key technical feature is its self-cleansing tread design, which actively ejects mud, stones and debris through an optimised open pattern. This prevents tread clogging, ensuring consistent traction and preserving the integrity of the tyre over time. In practical terms, drivers experience fewer interruptions in grip when transitioning between terrains.
Source: Daily News
