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Quarta, 13 Dezembro 2023 18:26 | Actualizado em Sexta, 17 Janeiro 2025 21:06

Nokian Tyres To Supply Tire Material for Safety Barriers at Flatrock Motorsports Park

The tiremaker will send tire material from its Southeast Tennessee factory

 - Nokian Tyres will ship tire material from its Southeast Tennessee factory to help Flatrock Motorsports Park reinforce safety barriers at its racing circuits in Cumberland County, Tennessee.

The global tiremaker operates a zero-waste-to-landfill factory in Dayton, 32 miles from the motorsports park that will feature multiple FIA-certified racing circuits, as well as world-class events, amenities, and entertainment.

“Our partnership with Flatrock Motorsports Park provides a fresh outlet for us to reuse tire material, in accordance with our practice of recycling or reusing all production waste at our factory,” said Nokian Tyres Dayton Factory Operations Director, David Korda. “At the same time it enhances racing safety at Flatrock and strengthens our support for economic growth in the East Tennessee community.”

"We are thrilled to partner with Nokian Tyres in our commitment to safety and sustainability,” said Flatrock Chief Operating Officer, Jeremy Hale. "Aligning with a zero-waste-to-landfill global tiremaker is a testament to our collective responsibility to drive change and leave a lasting legacy on and off the track."

Nokian Tyres is doubling capacity at its Dayton Factory, where it added 125 team members in 2023 as it seeks to fill growing demand for its all-season and all-weather tires in North America. The Finland-based tire manufacturer is among the industry leaders in sustainability. Its Dayton Factory:

•  Is the only LEED v4 Silver-certified tire production facility in the world
• Recently joined the Tennessee Green Star Partnership and has won awards for its sustainability and workplace culture
• Is partially powered by solar energy

The first phases of Flatrock Motorsports Park, which include a world-class motor club, CIK karting track and real estate, are opening in 2024. Future phases include a Grand Prix track for major motorsports events and track days, an amphitheater for concerts and unique lodging and dining. Conveniently located adjacent to I-40, Flatrock is a 45-minute drive west of Knoxville and less than two hours east of Nashville.

Tire shipments from Nokian Tyres to Flatrock will begin in the coming months. Nokian Tyres continues construction of a 600,000-tire warehouse on its production campus, the latest step forward in the inventor of the winter tire’s quest to make all-season and all-weather tires for drivers in the North American market.

About Flatrock Motorsports Park & Motorclub:

Flatrock Motorsports Park & Motorclub will become one of the premier motorsports venues and motorsports clubs in the world, attracting car enthusiasts to drive its challenging sequence of high-speed corners in addition to its stunning track-side amenities.

In the future, Flatrock Motorsports Park is aiming to attract officially sanctioned high-profile motorsport events and already has memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with international racing series.

The Club track at Flatrock spans 3.50 miles and features an impressive elevation change of 127ft. Simulations of a GT3 car on this track indicate an average speed of 101mph, surpassing the averages of 90 to 95 mph seen on world-class international circuits. The Motorclub's facilities are designed to provide an exceptional experience for members, with plans calling for a premium clubhouse, garages, a pit building, a fine-dining restaurant, a spa, club villas, and garage lofts.

At Flatrock, the Motorclub will have access to a state-of-the-art paddock that puts members at the center of the action. The luxurious clubhouse will feature amenities such as a restaurant, lounge, and day spa. Future phases include premium garages which will provide rooftop viewing opportunities. Trackside villas will offer a unique vantage point. Additionally, a versatile pit building will house race control, meeting spaces, and more. In the future, Flatrock has plans to introduce a CIK Karting Track, further enhancing the motorsport offerings.

Looking ahead, Flatrock has ambitious plans for the park's future phases. This includes the development of a 2.7-mile FIM and FIA Grade II certified Grand Prix track. The park will also feature a landmark hotel and destination restaurant, campgrounds, a brewery, a winery, additional lodging options, a retail center, and a natural amphitheater constructed with Crab Orchard stone. This amphitheater will serve as a venue for major motorsport races, live concerts, and special events throughout the year, providing a diverse range of entertainment experiences.

About Nokian Tyres

Nokian Tyres develops and manufactures premium tires for people who value safety, sustainability and predictability. Our purpose is to empower the world to drive smarter. Inspired by our Scandinavian heritage, we craft innovative products for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery that give you peace of mind in all driving conditions. In 2021, the company’s net sales were approximately $1.9 billion and it employed some 4,900 people. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.