The 2026 Safari Rally in Naivasha is showcasing new tyre technology designed to handle extreme off-road conditions, with Hankook Tire and Technology Limited introducing a successful new soft gravel tyre specification.

• 90 percent of drivers have opted for the new Hankook Dynapro R123 tyre since day one.
• Hankook, the official and exclusive tyre supplier for the FIA WRC, has engineered the tyre for optimal grip in varied and wet conditions.
• Steven Cho, Hankook WRC representative and competition CEO, highlighted the new tyre's improved block pattern, softer rubber compound, and enhanced construction for better drivability and durability on rough stages.