AKRON, Ohio, June 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The 2009 Ford Flex is one of the most anticipated new vehicles in years, and it arrives in dealer showrooms this summer riding on Goodyear tires.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has been chosen to supply the standard tire fitment for the 2009 Ford Flex, providing the popular Assurance ComforTred tires in size P235/60R18. It is a premium passenger tire made with a special cushion layer to help provide a smooth, comfortable and quiet ride.

With seating for up to seven, a refrigerated console, multi-panel Vista roof, grooved door panels, rearview camera, all-wheel drive and many other innovative features, the 2009 Ford Flex is expected to become available this summer.

Goodyear tires are original equipment on many vehicles from Acura, Audi, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Hummer, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jeep, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercury, Nissan and Toyota. Traditionally, more new vehicles in North America are equipped with Goodyear tires than any other brand.

For more information about Goodyear's broad selection of tires for cars, light trucks, SUVs, and more, visit http://www.goodyeartires.com.

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