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Tyre company Kumho has apparently conducted a test using rubber that meets F1 specifications, although it is initially destined for another series on the single-seater ladder.

A brace of Korean manufacturers are bidding to replace Bridgestone as the sole tyre-supplier to F1 from 2011 onwards - but if governing body the FIA gets its way, the Japanese company won't leave after all

Formula One is the next step the Korean tyre manufacturer Kumho has confirmed, and they're dedicating considerable resources to that goal. A plan is in place to develop a tyre for competition in the 2007 season according to Kyu S. Cho, president of Kumho Tire U.S.A.