Efficient rolling
A carbon-silica polymer compound is designed to reduce rolling resistance, helping limit the energy used to keep the tyres rolling.
ANCHEE / EV
EP FOUNDER CE101
EV performance tyre
EP Founder CE101 is an EV performance tyre designed around efficient rolling, low noise and the handling demands of electric vehicles.
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Photographed size: 215/50ZR17 95W XL. Appearance and sidewall markings can vary by size.
GET TO KNOW / EP FOUNDER CE101
Designed around the electric drive.
EP Founder CE101 is an EV performance tyre developed around the demands of electric vehicles: efficient rolling, a quiet ride, and support for vehicle weight and immediate torque. Its asymmetric pattern combines drainage on the inner side with larger outer shoulder blocks for steering and braking support.
A carbon-silica polymer compound is designed to reduce rolling resistance while maintaining road grip, helping manage the energy needed to keep the vehicle moving. The tread layout and groove geometry also aim to reduce noise and vibration—qualities that become especially noticeable without a combustion engine in the background. Its construction and tread support address the loads and acceleration demands associated with electric driving.
NEW ZEALAND DRIVING
Electric driving, around town and further afield.
EP Founder CE101 brings an EV-specific focus to New Zealand commuting and touring. Efficient rolling and noise control are useful priorities for quiet city trips and longer sealed-road journeys, while its tread and construction address the weight and torque demands of compatible electric vehicles.
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The details behind the drive.
A quieter EV journey
The tread layout and groove shapes are designed to reduce tyre noise and vibration, especially noticeable in a quieter electric vehicle.
Support for grip and EV loads
Inner drainage channels help manage water, while outer shoulder blocks support steering and braking. The design accounts for EV loads and torque.
ANCHEE / NEW ZEALAND RANGE
Sizes & specifications.
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| Tyre size | Load / speed | Wheel Ø | UTQG¹ | Specs & next steps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215/50R17 | 95WXL | 17 in | 480 / A / A | |
215/50R17 · 95W XL
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| 215/55R17 | 98WXL | 17 in | 480 / A / A | |
215/55R17 · 98W XL
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| 215/55R18 | 99WXL | 18 in | 480 / A / A | |
215/55R18 · 99W XL
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| 235/45R18 | 98YXL | 18 in | 480 / A / A | |
235/45R18 · 98Y XL
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| 245/50R18 | 104WXL | 18 in | 480 / A / A | |
245/50R18 · 104W XL
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| 245/45R19 | 102YXL | 19 in | 480 / A / A | |
245/45R19 · 102Y XL
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NZ retail listings checked 1 November 2026. Listings are not a live stock count. “—” means no complete grade is listed. Open the retail listing for current pricing and availability.
Understanding load ratings, ply ratings & UTQG
Load / speed: the load index and speed symbol identify the tyre’s rated capacity and speed category. A pair of load indexes gives the single and dual fitment ratings. Match your vehicle’s requirements.
XL and ply rating: XL identifies an extra-load tyre. A ply rating describes a strength category; it is not a count of the physical layers in the sidewall.
¹ UTQG: shown as treadwear / traction / temperature. These are comparative test grades, not a mileage promise. The traction grade relates to straight-line wet braking, rather than cornering.
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