Server: Netscape-Enterprise/3.0 Date: Thu, 18 Dec 1997 05:04:23 GMT Content-type: text/html Goodyear North American Tires

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Think of it. A tire that could suffer a major puncture, instantly lose all air pressure and still be driven for hundreds of miles. No more spare tire. No more fumbling with a jack. No more changing a flat on a busy road, or at night, or in an unfamiliar neighborhood.

Since 1993, thousands of Chevrolet Corvette owners have experienced Goodyear's unique "run-flat" tire technology in the Eagle GS-C EMT (Extended Mobility Tire). A tire so advanced, it's been honored with The Discover Award for Technological Innovation.

Today, the Eagle F1 EMT has been selected as the exclusive tire for all 1997 and 1998 Corvettes. EMT technology has proven so reliable, these new cars are not even equipped with a spare tire or jack.

And soon, you'll be able to take advantage of EMT technology no matter what kind of car or light truck you drive.


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The EMT sidewall is built to maintain its shape and driveability even after losing all air pressure. In fact, the tire performs so well when it's "flat", that cars must be equipped with a sensor system at each wheel to alert the driver to any loss of pressure.

Without such a system, you might drive on the tire until it was damaged beyond repair. The next generation of Goodyear EMTs for cars and light trucks is designed to be driven while "flat" for up to 50 miles at 55 mph and still be fully repairable.

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Goodyear plans to produce seven sizes of its Eagle LS-EMT in early 1998 in addition to eight high-performance EMTs in replacement sizes. Manufacture of other passenger tire lines will be scheduled to cover the most popular sizes first.

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Initially, the new EMTs will be available in sizes that fit 75 percent of the passenger sedans and minivans on the road today.

Goodyear is also working to develop an affordable low-pressure sensor system that can be easily installed on any vehicle fitted with Goodyear EMTs.

The Eagle LS-EMT will be priced ten to twenty percent above a standard radial tire, depending on size.

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Four-wheelers won't be stopped dead in their tracks by flat tires any longer, as Goodyear introduces the first run-flat, extended-mobility tire designed specifically for all-terrain vehicles.

Goodyear's line of Tracker EMTs operates on standard ATV rims and will be available soon in several sizes of Tracker PT, Tracker P, Tracker ST and Tracker WS.

An ATV equipped with Tracker EMTs can be driven for 50 miles even after the tire suffers a puncture or cut and complete air loss. This Goodyear technology, originally developed for use on the Chevrolet Corvette, benefits farmers, hunters, fishing enthusiasts and recreational ATV riders.

Tires that perform, even when flat, lessen the chance you'll be stranded in a field or the woods, miles from home. They also eliminate the aggravation and downtime of tire repairs on the side of the trail and the inconvenience of carrying cumbersome flat repair equipment.

Handling and ride comfort are comparable to running on standard tires. When the Tracker EMT experiences damage and air loss, the tire noticeably deflates and there is a slight change in ATV handling characteristics. These features are designed to inform riders that the tire is damaged but still can be driven for another 50 miles. Repairs can then be made easily, following standard tire repair procedures.

Tracker EMT: New ATV tire technology. Only from Goodyear.

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John F. Seiberling, father of Goodyear's founder, Frank, patents a puncture-resistant tire.

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Goodyear introduces Lifeguard Safety Tube, a fabric tube within the tire; used commercially by automakers and on trucks; an inner chamber slowly released air into the outer tire; recognized as beginning of extended-mobility era.

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Goodyear introduces Captive Air Shield, a dual-chamber wrapped around the tire bead; limited original equipment use.

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Goodyear introduces the Double Eagle with a Lifeguard Safety Spare; available on some luxury vehicles as "the tire with a built-in spare."

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Goodyear introduces Lifeguard Racing Shield in NASCAR stock car racing series. The tire-within-a-tire system still is used today.

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Goodyear introduces run-flat stabilizer made of fiberglass-reinforced plastic.

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Goodyear introduces the SST, the industry's first self-supporting tire, at the New York Auto Show. To be effective, the tire requires a low-pressure warning device.

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Goodyear/Pirelli announces the asymmetric hump wheel to keep beads seated on rim.

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Goodyear announces development of the Eagle GS-C EMT (Extended Mobility Tire), a self-supporting tire construction that fits conventional wheels. It is a $70 option on the 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.

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Goodyear's Eagle GS-C EMT wins the 1993 Discover Award for Automotive Technological Innovation.

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Goodyear Eagle GS-C EMT chosen as OE option on 1995 & 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.

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Goodyear Eagle F1-GS EMT chosen as standard equipment on the 1997 Chevrolet C-5 Corvette. The car is designed without a spare tire or tire-changing equipment due to the dependability of Goodyear EMTs.

Goodyear Eagle GS-D EMT chosen as standard equipment on the 1997 Plymouth Prowler. The Prowler also is designed without a spare tire or tire-changing equipment due to the dependability of Goodyear EMTs.

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Goodyear announces plans to make EMT Technology available in a wide range of passenger car tires. Initial manufacture will produce seven sizes of EMT tires for passenger cars, SUVs and a line of ATV EMTs - adding to an existing line of eight high-performance sizes of EMTs.