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Doctors told James he had six months to live. But thanks to the power of perseverance and a compassionate support system, he survived a double lung transplant and is embracing his new normal. That includes weekly trips across a mountain pass for ongoing treatment -- a journey that can sometimes be harrowing. That's why Thatcher's Tire Pros and Auto Center stepped up to help, partnering with Nokian Tyres to provide a set of Outpost nATs for his challenging journey forward. On this month's Nokian Tyres Journey Podcast, experience a powerful dose of perspective from James and Thatcher Tire Owner Jay Thatcher, as well as a review of how the Nokian Tyres Outpost nAT helps him navigate weekly trips from the desert to the coast, through the Cascades.

In March, Nokian Tyres launched the world's first studded winter tire to come with On-Demand Grip. On this episode of the Journey Podcast, we travel to the top of the world to test the tire with journalists from around the world. To learn more about the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta 01, visit NokianTyres.com/01.

When Tiina Frazer joined Nokian Tyres as global Vice President of Brand, Marketing and Communications in late 2025, she brought more than 30 years of global experience, including in North America. That international journey has shaped the way she sees consumers and brands – and instilled appreciation for the people at the counter selling products. On this month's Nokian Tyres Journey Podcast, Tiina discusses how that global marketing perspective will help guide the company's storytelling efforts. She also details the important role tire dealers have to play in helping Nokian Tyres build its brand.

Dave Johnston sold the first all-weather tire back in 1999 at a tire shop in Canada. Now, he's Nokian Tyres' Director of Portfolio, Pricing and Business Planning for North America. How does his experience as a dealer inform his approach to his current job, and what is the key to making tires in collaboration with the market, not just for the market? We sit down with Dave to discuss.

Scott Gordon wanted the adventure of a lifetime. So, he put all-terrain Nokian Tyres Outpost nAT tires on his Land Rover and drove from Tennessee to the Arctic Ocean. How did the tire help him Extend His Adventures -- and change his life in the process? Plus, we sit down with Sullivan Tire Marketing Manager Mark Gillard, who helps us celebrate All-Weather Week by exploring how his company markets the only true four-season driving solution. Participate in All-Weather Week Dec. 8-12 by following Nokian Tyres on social media -- @NokianTyresNA on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Threads. Access our winter driving safety campaign at NokianTyres.com/First.

Nick Gibson shuttles mountain bikers into the most remote areas of Oregon and Washington. On the latest episode of the Nokian Tyres Journey Podcast, learn why the all-terrain Nokian Tyres Outpost nAT has been a game changer for his business, and why he won't run anything else on his vehicles. Plus, we're excited to announce ways dealers can get involved with All-Weather Week December 8-12.

The Nokian Tyres Surpass AS01 faced the ultimate test this month: a road rally through the Appalachian Mountains. Join us for an experiential episode from the Overcrest Rally that follows drivers along some of the most famous, challenging roads in the United States. Nearly a dozen of them rode on our new ultra-high-performance all-season tire, and they offered glowing feedback about its performance in rain, on hairpin turns and through some of the most scenic roads they'll ever meet.

Nokian Tyres continues to grow its sales efforts in the North American market with key hires designed to enrich service to our customers. One of those additions is Senior Vice President Chris Ostrander. Chris joins the podcast to discuss his "people-to-people" approach to leadership and what he'd like to accomplish in his first 100 days.

On the August episode of the Journey Podcast, it's an electric journey! What do EV drivers want, and what makes their vehicles unique? Automotive journalist and EV enthusiast Jordan Golson joins the show to break down the electric vehicle market, and why he believes Nokian Tyres is positioned well in the space. Then Nokian Tyres Development Manager Leo Hillman go in-depth on how Nokian Tyres makes tires that serve as seamless fits for electric vehicles. What sets us apart in the EV world, and what is our strategy in that segment? Learn more about Nokian Tyres' commitment to serving EV drivers! Visit NokianTyres.com/EVs.

Chris Rogers co-owns a tire shop in Idaho. Noah Hudson-Peralta captures car content. This month, they're ready to take you on remote journeys on -- and off -- some of the best roads in North America. Why do Chris and his counter workers swear by the all-terrain Nokian Tyres Outpost family? What did Noah experience when he took the ultra-high-performance all-season Surpass AS01 on more than 300 hairpin turns through the Smoky Mountains? Follow Nokian Tyres on social media -- @NokianTyresNA on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Threads.

Nokian Tyres' growth in Dayton, Tennessee is making an impact at the factory and throughout North America. On this month's Journey Podcast, we catch up with a Florida tire dealer who launched a relationship with Nokian Tyres because of the high-quality supply coming from our Dayton Factory. Then we catch up with Nokian Tyres Shift Supervisor Ethan Keur, who began as a production operator four years ago and has risen through the ranks thanks to a growth-driven culture in Dayton. Follow Nokian Tyres on social media. You can find us at @NokianTyresNA on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Threads.

Road trip season is upon us, and drivers across North America are preparing for summer travel. On this month's episode of the Nokian Tyres Journey Podcast, BSI Service Center Vice President Brandon Bass joins us from Wilmington, North Carolina to explain how his family-owned shop finds success during one of the busiest times of year. Then, content creator Alex Howard returns to discuss the wide array of adventures he's taken on Nokian Tyres products, from the sands of Baja to the snow of the Sierra Nevada. Follow Nokian Tyres on social media! Visit @NokianTyresNA on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.

"Nokian Tyres invented. Everyone else followed." That's what Tire Factory Sales Manager Pat Howley thinks about the performance journey Nokian Tyres has led for decades. On this episode, Pat analyzes the success of the all-weather Nokian Tyres Remedy WRG5 one year after its launch. And Brock Keen takes us on a journey across the American West to assess the performance of the new Nokian Tyres Surpass AS01. Follow Nokian Tyres on social media -- @NokianTyresNA on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and TikTok

Who has the worst roads in North America? Nokian Tyres is asking drivers to vote. And Jordan Schiefer joins the show to discuss his experiences so far on the Nokian Tyres Surpass AS01, after driving a Tesla and Miata across the Rockies and West Coast.

Nokian Tyres launched the new Surpass AS01 at an event last week at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. On this episode of the Journey Podcast, we caught up with dealers and journalists to learn how the tire expanded their expectations of what an ultra-high-performance all-season product can deliver. You'll hear from dealers from Quebec to Arizona, Oregon to Florida and beyond. Learn more about the Nokian Tyres Surpass AS01 at NokianTyres.com/Surpass.