Hankook Tire & Technology Co Ltd (Hankook Tire), is a manufacturer and distributor of tires, tubes and related automotive parts. Its product portfolio consists of tires for passenger cars, SUVs, light trucks, electric vehicles, trucks and buses and competition tires.

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Hankook Tire has undertaken a wide range of R&D initiatives focusing on enhancing product performance and competitiveness. The company is involved in developing technologies for market-leading products, improving the performance of high-inch and electric vehicle (EV) products, and integrating AI and virtual simulation into tire development processes. The company is also working on mass production technologies for eco-friendly materials and intelligent tire development processes. The company is also enhancing its capabilities in precision tire mold manufacturing through 3D printing and is expanding its logistics solutions with AI-powered automation. Additionally, the company is engaged in projects related to supercar tire performance enhancement, advanced product development, and basic technology research. The company is also focusing on innovative product technologies, intelligent mobility technology, and eco-friendly materials. The R&D activities of Hankook Tire are managed by various research institutes and units. As of December 2025, the company operated five R&D centers across the world and these units are responsible for technology development, product innovation, and enhancing the competitiveness of the company's offerings. They focus on integrating new technologies, improving product performance, and ensuring timely product launches. In FY2025, the company incurred an expense of KRW533,715.4 million on its R&D activities, as compared to KRW252,504.5 million in FY2024, which stood at 2.5% of the company’s total revenue.