Kumho is Korean and translates as "Golden"
If you think Korean words sometimes sound similar to interesting but unrelated
English meanings, I'd hate to tell you what "Canyon" means in Korean.
Glen Byrns wrote:
> Indeed, what's in a name?
>
> Officials of the KUMHO tire company met yeaterday to discuss renaming the
> company. Once informed of the unfortunate connotations of their name in
> American slang, it was decided that a new name would better reflect the
> ideals and mission of the company and their products. At a press conference
> scheduled for later today they plan to announce the new name for the
> company. Customers can expect to see the new line of "SKANKYMAMA" tires in
> stores soon.
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