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80+ years of Korean engineering excellence

Nexen Tire is a South Korean tyre manufacturer with over 80 years of history, originally founded as Heung-A Tire in 1942. The company rebranded to Nexen in 2000, signalling a new era of global ambitio...

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Founded 1942
Yangsan, South Korea
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Founded

1942 — over 80 years ago

OEM Partners

Hyundai, Kia, Volkswagen

European Factory

Czech Republic (state-of-the-art)

Headquarters

Yangsan, South Korea

About Nexen Tyres

Nexen Tire is a South Korean tyre manufacturer with over 80 years of history, originally founded as Heung-A Tire in 1942. The company rebranded to Nexen in 2000, signalling a new era of global ambition and premium positioning. Today, Nexen supplies original equipment tyres to Hyundai, Kia, and Volkswagen — a strong endorsement of their quality and engineering standards.

Nexen has invested heavily in advanced manufacturing, opening a state-of-the-art European factory in the Czech Republic to serve the growing demand from European car manufacturers. Their tyres are designed using advanced simulation technology and tested on some of the world's most demanding proving grounds.

For New Zealand drivers, Nexen offers an excellent combination of Korean engineering quality and competitive pricing. Their N'Fera and N'Blue ranges are popular choices for drivers who want a quiet, comfortable ride without paying premium-brand prices.

Nexen Tyres in New Zealand

Nexen is growing in popularity among New Zealand drivers, particularly those driving Korean and European vehicles. Their quiet ride quality and competitive pricing make them an attractive alternative to premium brands, especially for daily commuters in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.

Key Technologies

Virtual Tyre Development

Advanced computer simulation that optimises tyre design before physical prototyping, ensuring consistent quality.

Nano-Silica Compound

High-silica rubber compound that improves wet grip and reduces rolling resistance for better fuel economy.

3D Noise Reduction

Computer-optimised tread pattern that minimises road noise for a quieter, more refined driving experience.

Free NZ-Wide Delivery

Every Nexen tyre includes free delivery to 185+ installer locations

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