Chattanooga, TN – Coker Tire’s innovations in the collector car world go far beyond its efforts to recreate iconic tires from years past. Going back to 1994, Coker Tire invented the concept of a wide whitewall radial tire, which created a segment of the tire market that didn’t exist previously. This happened again in 2013 with the introduction of the bias-look radial tire for 1950’s and 1960’s classic cars. Now, it’s time for another revolutionary product, aimed at Pre-War classics and antique cars, as well as hot rods and customs. Coker Tire is proud to introduce the Excelsior Roadster 16-inch bias-look radial tire. The Excelsior Roadster bias-look radial tire is designed to provide the traditional look of a bias ply tire while offering the smooth ride of a modern radial. Coker Tire has perfected this combination of old and new, as evidenced by the success of its previous bias-look radial tires, but this all-new Excelsior tire brings it into new segments of the collector car market. The new product line features five sizes, including the most popular 600R16 to provide O.E. fitments on 1935 to 1948 Ford passenger cars, as well as light-duty trucks into the 1950’s. Other sizes offer fitment on larger passenger cars and trucks, and the group of sizes allows for excellent staggered fitments for hot rods. The complete size lineup includes: 450/475R16, 600R16, 650R16, 700R16 and 750R16. These sizes cover most American makes and models from the 1930’s and 1940’s, as well as select European sports cars. Available in wide whitewall and traditional black sidewalls, the new tire is aesthetically pleasing for restored antique cars, survivors, hot rods, luxury sedans, classic trucks and more. The narrow tread and tall sidewall perfectly replicate the appearance of an original bias ply tire. Add to that a piecrust shoulder and vintage-style sidewall lettering and you have the ultimate radial tire for traditional 16-inch wheels. Excelsior Roadster tires feature a traditional zigzag tread with subtle siping to evacuate water without distracting from the vintage appearance. Modern materials and construction techniques give this tire a smooth ride quality and increased tread life, compared to bias ply tires. The Excelsior Roadster is a tubeless tire, but keep in mind that some vintage wheels require a tube, so this tire can be run with or without a tube. This tire is endorsed by the Grand National Roadster Show and is finding its way onto iconic hot rods all over the world. If you’re interested in the all-new Excelsior Roadster bias-look radial tire or any products in Coker Tire’s massive selection of tires, wheels and accessories, call 1-800-251-6336, or visit www.cokertire.com. About Coker Tire Company Founded in 1958, Coker Tire Company is the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of tires and wheels for collector vehicles. The Chattanooga-based company offers specialty tires, wheels and accessories for a 100-year span of vehicles. “Satisfaction Guaranteed – You Have Our Word On It!” Press Release Type: Product Company: Coker Tire Booth #: 22691 Show Categories: Hot Rod Alley Media Contact Name: Tommy Lee Byrd Media Contact Email: tommyleeb@coker.com Media Contact Phone: 423-667-0963 Photo Gallery: 102821