Jun 26 2008
The 2009 Lincoln MKS, a new luxury sedan scheduled to hit dealer showrooms this summer, will be riding on Goodyear tires as it makes its debut.
The 2009 Lincoln MKS.
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NYSE: GT) has been chosen to supply the standard tire fitment for the new model, providing the popular Assurance ComforTred tires in size P235/55R18, and an optional 19-inch fitment, Goodyear's Eagle RS-A in size P255/45R19. The Assurance ComforTred is a premium passenger tire made with a special cushion layer to help provide a smooth, comfortable and quiet ride. The Eagle RS-A is a popular all-season high-performance tire with a sporty asymmetric tread.
The MKS is powered by a 3.7-liter V6 engine, and also has a fully independent rear suspension. A number of advanced features, such as Ford's SYNC Bluetooth-enabled wireless communication system, voice-activated navigation system, rain-sensing wipers and more are included in the Lincoln MKS.