Mercedes approves Yokohama Advan Sport as OE on AMG

Aug. 2, 2007

Yokohama Advan Sport tires have been approved by Mercedes AMG GmbH as original equipment tires for the CL 63 AMG, CL 65 AMG and ML 63 AMG models.

These two tire lines are the latest additions to Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd.'s Advan Sport flagship series.

* The Advan Sport V103 will be available in sizes 255/35ZR20 XL for the front and 275/35ZR20 XL for the rear for the CL 63 AMG and CL 65 AMG.

* The ADVAN Sport V103A will be supplied in size 295/40ZR20 106Y for the front and rear of the ML 63 AMG.

"AMG" is a high-end badge line of Mercedes-Benz known for its sporty, dynamic performance. The CL 63 AMG and the CL 65 AMG are based on the Mercedes CL-class luxury coupe, while the ML 63 AMG is based on the M-class premium SUV. All models are available globally.