Two of Kumho Tyre’s innovative concept tyres have been recognised with a prestigious iF Design Award, one of the world’s three leading design accolades. The Volume and The Origami were both honoured for their forward-thinking, future-focused innovation.
Kumho Tyre secured wins in the International Forum Design Award 2025 (iF Design Award) with two of its latest conceptual tyre designs.
Established in 1954, the iF Design Award is run by International Forum Design in Germany and is regarded as one of the world’s most influential design awards. This year’s competition attracted more than 11,000 entries from 72 countries, with winners chosen by a panel of 132 international design experts, who evaluated each entry based on originality, usability, aesthetics, and sustainability.
Kumho’s winning concepts – The Volume and The Origami – were awarded in the Professional Concept category. Both tyres showcase Kumho’s vision for future mobility, delivering advanced solutions designed to handle diverse terrains and challenging environments.
The Volume is a next-generation tyre capable of adapting its structure and performance depending on speed and road conditions. This dynamic capability offers a versatile, intelligent, and sustainable mobility solution for the vehicles of tomorrow.
The Origami, designed specifically for space exploration and extraterrestrial construction, features a unique folding structure inspired by traditional paper-folding techniques. This innovative approach enhances mobility efficiency in extreme space environments.
These two concepts were developed through Kumho’s Technology Outsourcing program, a collaborative research initiative aimed at creating future-focused mobility technologies. The project partnered with BKID, a highly regarded industrial design studio known for its strong portfolio across craft, advanced technology, IT, and contemporary design.
“Kumho has been working on initiatives to create sustainable and responsible solutions for future mobility,” said Young-Jin Kim, Head of the R&D Division at Kumho Tyre. “We will continue striving to develop products that align with our customers’ lifestyles while delivering innovation and functionality.”
Kumho Tyre has consistently received recognition at major design awards both in Korea and internationally, highlighting the brand’s commitment to originality and design excellence. Moving forward, Kumho aims to strengthen its position as a smart mobility partner for a sustainable future, further enhancing its reputation as a global premium tyre manufacturer.