Gurugram - Apollo Tyres Ltd, is a major automotive manufacturing company, has launched the Apterra HT5, a premium highway terrain tyre developed for India’s core SUV segment, combining refined urban driving comfort with confident highway performance.
Designed for popular SUVs such as the Fortuner, Endeavour and Scorpio, the Apterra HT5 offers strong grip, extended tyre life, ride comfort and durability across highways and challenging road conditions.
The tyre was designed and developed at Apollo Tyres’ Global R&D Centre in Chennai and will be produced at its Andhra Pradesh and Chennai manufacturing plants. With a bold, beast-inspired design, the Apterra HT5 reflects power, control and reliable grip.
Mr. Rajesh Dahiya, Vice President, Commercial (India, SAARC and South-east Asia), Apollo Tyres Ltd said, “Apterra HT5 represents our deep understanding of how India’s SUV market is evolving. Today’s SUV owners expect a product that can keep up with demanding usage while also delivering on performance and comfort. With Apterra HT5, we have engineered a tyre that brings together durability, mileage, grip and refinement in one offering, ensuring our customers no longer must choose between toughness and driving experience.”
The Apterra HT5 is built for long-lasting durability with advanced Armour Technology and a Hybrid Fill Compound, offering strong cut resistance, improved mileage and extended tread life. This makes it well suited for both heavy everyday usage and long-distance travel.
Its Dynamic Pattern design adapts effectively to different road conditions, delivering superior grip, better traction and confident braking. The tyre also provides improved control and stability, especially during high-speed highway driving.
For enhanced comfort, the Apterra HT5 features precision-engineered tread sipes that balance block stiffness and absorb road harshness, resulting in a smoother and more comfortable driving experience.
India’s SUV market is evolving across two major usage trends. Rugged SUV users continue to prioritize durability, toughness and mileage, while new-generation SUV owners increasingly seek performance, grip and strong road presence. The Apterra HT5 combines these needs into one versatile tyre, reducing the need for compromise.
With the Apterra HT5, Apollo Tyres reinforces its commitment to innovation and customer-focused engineering by offering a tyre designed to meet the changing expectations of India’s SUV owners.