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    Toyo will outfit third-generation Toyota Prius

    May 22, 2009

    The Toyo Proxes R30A will be an original equipment fitment on the third-generation Toyota Prius in Japan. The new Prius was launched May 18.

    The eco-friendly tire was developed for the Prius, according to Kenji Nakakura, CEO and president of Toyo Tire & Rubber Co. Ltd. It features low rolling resistance and quiet ride characteristics.

    Toyo is suppling Toyota Motor Corp. with its Proxes R30A in size 215/45WR17.

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