2009 Hankook Girls
96After writing a hub article on Falken Tire Show Girls, I decided to write another hub article on arguably their biggest competitors: Hankook Tire USA Umbrella Girls. Another name for them could also be Hankook Spokes Models or simply Hankook Models. Both groups of ladies garner much attention during motor sports events all around the country while promoting their company's most important assets--no, not themselves (ha ha)--their tires! In this business, presentation is certainly everything, especially when it's geared to the male demographic between the ages of 16 and 35. So why are tires so important to motor sports? They can literally mean the difference between victory and defeat and being one of the most reputable tire companies in the world, Hankook Tire USA certainly has a firm place in the industry.
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A Brief Overview About Hankook Tires
The Hankook Tire group, based in Seoul, South Korea is the seventh largest tire company in the world. Established in 1941 as the Chosun Tire Company, it was renamed Hankook Tire Manufacturing in 1968.
Hankook Tire's worldwide reputation has largely grown due to its radial tire and bias-ply tire production. The company now supplies tires as original equipment to the Toyota Motor Corporation, Ford Motor Company trucks, General Motors trucks, International Truck and Engine Corporation, and others. In addition to producing about 50 million tires annually, the company also sells batteries, alloy wheels, and brake pads.
Please click here to visit Hankook Tire USA
The Battle of the Umbrellas
If ever you attended a Formula Drift event or the Drift Championships, you'd understand just how important it is for each company to represent their brand as motor sports is a multi-billion dollar industry. Among the tire companies, Hankook, Falken, and Toyo tires are tops. Monster Energy Drinks and NOS Energy Drinks are among the most popular beverage companies at said events that are readily present. Some of the most beautiful models in the industry grace the landscape while promoting their respective companies and some tote their signature umbrellas around like geishas with parasols: Falken Tires and Hankook Tires first come to mind. So yes, the competition is rough, but the fresh and beautiful faces of these ladies are sure to please. I'd like to introduce to you the 2009 Hankook Tire USA Umbrella Girls Helen Fancik, Kathy Gardiner, Janelle Ha, and last but not least Ashley Sarto. Please enjoy!
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Formula Drift 2009 Team Hankook Tire USA
Helen Fancik
Born: August 14, 1987
Ethnicity: Hungarian
Hometown: Vista, CA
Height: 5'3
Weight: 110 lbs
Measurements: 34-23-34
Eye Color: Blue
Dress Size: 0/1
Shoe Size: 7.5
Helen grew up in a very strict household wherein she learned to speak (aside from English) Slovakian and Hungarian. When she was invited to become a 2009 Hankook Tire USA Umbrella Girl, she was at the time modeling for Monster Energy Drinks. She describes herself as being more of a "good girl" rather than a "bad one" who refuses to be pressured into doing things she's not comfortable doing. She enjoys sunbathing at the beach and pool, attending cars shows, skateboarding, playing with her dogs and drawing and painting. She also collects watches and sunglasses.
- 2008 & 2009 Hankook Tire America Umbrella Girl
- Riceboytv.com feature
- Race Pages Magazine
- Hornitos Tequila Promo
- PepsiCo Promo
- Monster Energy Drink Promotions
- Import Tuner Cover
- PowerTV Media
- SRH Clothing shoot
Kathy Gardiner
Born: July 3, 1982
Birthplace: Tacoma, WA
Hometown: Baton Rouge, LA
Current Location: Los Angeles, CA
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 103 lbs
Measurements: 33-24-33
Shoe Size: 7
Hair Color: Black
Hair Length: Long
Eye Color: Brown
Ethnicity: Korean/Other
Skin Color: Olive
Much like fellow Maxim Hometown Hottie Ursula Mayes who's also one-half Korean, Kathy Gardiner was an army brat growing up, having lived in Germany, Korea, and Italy including many different places all throughout the continental United States. Kathy began her modeling career doing model shoots locally in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her modeling agency then suggested that she try submitting her photos to Maxim's Hometown Hotties contest. It's safe to say that she was ecstatic after having found out that she made the Top 100. She would end up placing 5th in 2005. It's also important to note that Kathy, just like Ursula Mayes was also a Deal or No Deal Model as well.
- 2009 Hankook Tire America Umbrella Girl
- Maxim Hometown Hottie 2005
- HBO Entourage
- Deal or No Deal
- Octane TV
- Import Tuner Cover
- Dsport Cover
- Still shooting a movie
Read Kathy Gardiner's Import Tuner interview by clicking here
Janelle Ha
Age: B/T 18 and 24 (Yeah, I know...)
Birthplace: San Francisco, CA
Current Location: Las Vegas, NV
Education: University of Nevada Las Vegas
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 110 lbs
Measurements: 32-24-35
Shoe Size: 7
Hair Color: Black
Hair Length: Long
Eye Color: Brown
Ethnicity: Filipino
Skin Color: Tanned
"Life is easy, but I make it complicated. I stand up for what i think is right, and i get beat up for it. I consider myself intelligent, yet i have my moments others consider "slow". I have a very bubbly and outgoing personality. I'm one of those girls who will randomly jump into a lake just because you said i wouldn't do so. Big time shopper, sushi eater, wine drinker, and movie watcher. I prefer to stay home, with a glass of wine and a great movie over going out to the club every night.
"I live in Las Vegas, but San Francisco is my hometown. I am a full time student at UNLV majoring in marketing. After i receive my bachelors, i plan to return for my masters in advertisement. My goal is to work as an advertisement executive in the field of fashion. I work part-time in retail. I'm honestly only working there for my 40% discount.
"Singing is my first love. Followed by dancing, acting, playing the piano, and of course modeling. I graduated from Las Vegas Academy as a vocal major. I am jazz, ballet, and hip hop trained. And I took piano lessons for 6 years. "I was born an entertainer, so let me entertain you."
"I currently hold the title for Miss HIN Seattle 2008. It is very fortunate for me to be an import model because I'm into cars, but mostly bikes. I hope one day to own an audi R8 or a Suzuki GSX-R600.
"I really appreciate all of you who take the time to read this. I hope it has helped you to get to know me better."
-Extended Bio From pmgirls.com
- 2009 Hankook Tire America Umbrella Girl
- HIN Tour
- Formula D National Anthem Singer
- Asia Poker Tour Model, Macau
- Red Bull Drift Flag Girl
- DSport Cover
- Prestigious Model Girl
Read Janelle Ha's Dsport Magazine interview by clicking here
Ashley Sarto
DOB: Jan 13, 1988
Hometown: Hampshire/Chicago, IL
Measurements: 32-21-33
Height: 5'8"
Hair/Eye color: Brown/Brown
Education: Arizona State University
Turn-ons: Eyes, smile, gymnast-type arms
Turn-offs: Arrogance, cheaters and guys that only want that one thing.
Favorite Sport: Soccer
Little known things: I'm sarcastic and I snort when I laugh.
Goal: Become a dermatologist
Ashley Sarto began her modeling career at the age of 13. When she turned 15 she became fascinated with cars and car shows a year later. With two years of car show experience, she found herself on the cover of Import Tuner Magazine and hasn't looked back. Ashley considers herself a simple girl who likes sushi, cars, and a pair of nice jeans. She is certainly an up-and-coming import model who is on the fast track to stardom, as she is one of several beautiful faces of Hankook Tire America as one of their Umbrella Girls. Like fellow Hankook Tire America Umbrella Girl Janelle Ha, she claims that the secret to keeping in shape is not working out but rather a very fast metabolism.
- 2008 & 2009 Hankook Tire America Umbrella Girl
- Dsport Cover Model
- HIN 2008 Calendar
- Super Street Cover Model
- Import Tuner Cover Model
- Super Street 2009 Calendar
- Dsport 2009 Calendar
- Sunset Bikini 2009 Calendar
- DPE Wheels Spokesmodel
- HIN from March to December
- Monster Energy Drink Moto X
- MotoGP Yamaha/Fiat
You can read Ashley Sarto's Import Tuner interview by clicking here
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That's some great pics and good research. I'm sure all the male hubbers appreciate the pics, especially.
dohn, Very beautiful girls. You can see why they are famous models. You mentioned those girls wearing inappropriate PJ's to the stores bothering you in my hub yesterday, but I suspect a lot of girls are interested in you when you're out and about. Good hub
Wow dohn what a well constructed, colorful Hub and I really enjoyed learning all about the seventh largest tire company in the world! I couldn't decide on my favorite model though, but I do pick the gray white and orange costume with the sexy snake of fabric down the middle and low rise skirt. I want one of those!
I had no idea what Hankook girls was about, thought it was perhaps an island I hadn't heard about, LOL! but after reading I got educated! The fashions made me smile, as fashions really do not change much, they get recycled. I wore white boots and mini's back in the 70's, it was the fashion of the time.
As usual you have elegance when presenting the photos of women, so I feel comfortable reading and looking at your ladies hubs!
Wow, I need to visit America soon to attend these Races.
My favourite is Janelle. She has a very natural look. I mean they all look natural, but she is naturrrraaal. lol
Dohn, be expecting a letter from people who run Miss World Pageant. I have asked them to consider you as one of the Judges for Miss World 2010 as you have a good eye for Beauty. :)
Best Wishes.
Hi Dohn, I like them all,they are all beautiful and fresh looking. I like most Kathy and Janelle(FILIPINA) hehe, You sure have a good taste DOHN. I like it that you have their vital stats and relevant measurements plus hobbies as well, Thank you, Maita
Hey, where are men?! LOL! Came back to peek at the comments and noticed its the ladies who read your hub. :)
Yeah, where are the men??? I would have thought that they would have filled your comment boxes! lol Very well done, Dohn. It's refreshing and tasteful, and, I have learned what Hankook is (I really had no idea it was a tire company.... lol ). Thanks for the beautiful, natural looking women and another terrific hub!
Hi my dear friend Dohn, sory for the delay. My dear Dohn, you certainly are, a man with a lot of class. Your photos are always net and beautiful. I also feels that you love women and respect them a lot. I really admir that. Thanks My lovely friend for this beautiful hub.:)
Jeeez ya made me think long and hard about my fav, after loads of thought I picked Helen because of her personality ; )
Holy cow - I want to know where the pics are of the guys, too - or how about some middle-aged women who are not size 0 - nah....wouldn't have the same impact and people might stop looking! Beautiful girls hands down and great hub/sharing them with the world.
Ha ha ha I just knew that Tatt would show up first! That ol' Capt'n!!! lol
I never knew about these either. It shows my ignorance but thanks to you I get educated and entertained at the same time. Your selection is great. You must have a good time doing these types of hubs. I sure do reading them.
What an assembly of gorgeous pictures with accompanying commentaries--neat. Like your description of geishas with their parasols--aren't they that and more?
BTW, I'm a size 0 and i eat like a ...not pig...maybe horse? Not all skinny people are on a diet. Thanks for the lovely hub.
That's a lot of eye candy.
beautiful indeed.. very gorgeous pictures . Thx for sharing
Dohn ya lil bugger ya are even outdoing my tattoo chicks these days, oh btw I have a hub ya will enjoy comin up at the weekend, the blizzard of 1996 New York, I was there when it hit and am gonna be doing a hub on it, anyways I love these hubs so keep them coming !
okay, okay............ you're appealing to the men here.......... I concede :-D, but the boots have to go. I hated them way back when, and they haven't improved a bit. YUCK!!!!!! Then again, I am sure that no one is looking at the boots.
Bet you had fun with this one!
Kaie ;-)
nyahaha dohn another masterpiece to feast upon by the male Hubbers:D Im bookmarking this for further reading in the days ahead, I am still very busy though.
Honestly, Dohn, I just don't get the whole modelling thing. I don't believe women respect themselves enough when they expose themselves like that. I do appreciate all your research though, and I really respect you as a writer.
It was hard to beat your Falken Tyre hub but you've successfully surpassed yourself. Well done dohn. Great hub, wonderful ladies pictures, nice uniforms. :)
Hi DOHN< yes I like Asian beauties, I will write about Filipina beauties one time, next week LOL< I am into Chinese now as I have fun joining HUBMOB< I am fascinated with culture as well,
I know you have realy a sense of "BEAUTIFUL" and young models as well, fresh YES --
Happy weekend, Maita
I couldn't take my eyes off the boots. Ms. Sarto has my vote. Best boots.
My bro Dohn...
I should be suing you for posting these pictures that are so hazardous to soft-hearted men like me. LOL
Great job again, my brother. Quite complete, well researched and definitely, I have to agree with Elena: You have a great eye for beauty!
Thumbs up!
warm regards and blessings,
Al
dohn lad you like your ladies don't you lol, again, very "informative" hub lol, loved it, Ashley washing the car wins hands down for me, cheers again mate.
Omg dohn you sure know how to find all the hot chicks. I need sunglasses everytime I come to your hubs.
Dohn: I loved all the gorgeous girls especially the part Korean ones! ;)
Dohn wow the layout of this hub is simply superb. Love the flow and the snaps. Good research and all the ladies look so hot. Damn all the time I am like they must be working hard in the gym to have that figure to die for. Thumbs up for this hub.
Wow! Sexy ladies! Janelle Ha can steal my muffin anytime! Heh! Way to go, Dohn. I always love your colourful hubs! You have a real eye for the best girls! : )
Nice hub--I would have never known about this stellar group of girls if it wasn't for this hub!
Nice hub! My vote goes out to Janelle Ha, since she seemed to have the most exotic look out of the four. That gal is totally babelicious, yummy!
Great hub, I love the photos. You put the photos and info on the girls together well.
nice pictures and very imperassive too,you put the photosand info on the girls together well.
I may not be into drifting, muddin is more my thing, but the girls they have to promote the tires and drinks may be worth giving drifting a shot. Or, I can get a bunch of toothless girls with sloping foreheads to tromp around the bog with swamper tire umbrellas. Never mind. They already do... Great hub. I rated it up.
I could watch Kathy Gardiner eat all day. She is gorgeous.
Hey Dohn,
I am always looking for some hot girls that want to do promotions for major beverage companies... if you have some hot friends that know how to sell send them to http://www.boostmyproduct.com/promotional-models.h so they can become beverage promotional models.
Thanks,
Paul
very nice
Hello Nice And Beautiful Girls
Dohn, this is amazing. You always comes up with beautiful girl. That's why I really like to come to your hub, like this hub also. Nice to see you again, my friend!
awesome hub I know this has got to get alot of hits from the Search engines, thanks a million for posting it
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Janelle Ha i want to marride you
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Personally I've always loved Asian women, especially Korean girls. In my opinion they are gorgeous. Does anyone else think Korean girls are the best, or do you have another preference? I'm also curious to know which type of Asian woman you think is the best for marriage. I am chatting with some girls online at the moment and trying to find the right Asian partner to make me happy. Wish me luck!
very sexy and hot girls, hey i am added some stuff here pleas tell me How is it
The usual fantastic collection, Dohn.
When's the next one?
hey Dohn,
Another great hub!
BTW, does Falken have any other competitors besides Hankook that you could write about? I'm only interested in the tires, of course... NOT! :)
Steve
lol my boyfriend would love this hub
nice hub very large hub i like you
Awesome hub! The pictures of each of the girls are really well done and nicely laid out. After reading this one, I'm going to check out your Falken Tire Show Girls page.
Really nice hub. The girls look gorgeous!
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nice blog dear keep it up
What a Beauty Nice Pics And Videos
this is a Great Fashion Style for Girls. Very Nice article Gr8 Keep It up.
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cosette 2 years ago
you always manage to spotlight gorgeous girls who are sexy but also wholesome-looking and sweet. i love those outifts! alluring but modest. very nice hub Dohn. i really liked it, and i can tell you spent a lot of time on it. well done, as usual.