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Yokohama Rubber Successfully Combats Counterfeit Wheels in China
International

Yokohama Rubber Successfully Combats Counterfeit Wheels in China

Yokohama Rubber collaborating with Anlu authorities to target illegal manufacturers. The Yokohama counterfeit wheel crackdown in China has led to the successful removal of unauthorized ADVAN Racing aluminum wheels, the company said. Yokohama Rubber filed an administrative complaint with authorities in Anlu City, Hubei Province, targeting a local manufacturer producing fake versions of its premium aluminum wheels. Authorities acted […]

Michelin launches a new Construction tyre range
International

Michelin launches a new Construction tyre range

Michelin has recently introduced its all-new X® Works Z2 and D2 tyre ranges which deliver increased fuel savings, longer tyre life and improved durability for the construction industry. Through a series of technical innovations that optimize profitability and promote vehicle fleets ecological transition in both the construction and waste management sectors. The Michelin Works® Z2 […]

New regional all-position steer tyre from Yokohama
International

New regional all-position steer tyre from Yokohama

Yokohama Tire has announced the launch of its new 116R Regional All-Position Steer tyre which has been produced at the company’s manufacturing plant in Mississippi, USA and is now available in three initial size options – 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5 and 11R24.5 incorporating a seven-year unlimited retread casing warranty. Tom Clauer, Senior Manager of Commercial product planning […]

Summer 2025: Continental Dominates Europe’s Independent Press Tests
International

Summer 2025: Continental Dominates Europe’s Independent Press Tests

Continental has once again confirmed its leading position in independent tyre tests for the 2025 summer season. Of the comparative tests published thus far, the premium brand’s summer tires have taken first place ten times and second place four times. Continental is thus continuing its successful streak of recent years. The SportContact 7 has been in the […]

Yokohama Rubber Reports Nearly $2 Billion in Revenue for Q1 2025
International

Yokohama Rubber Reports Nearly $2 Billion in Revenue for Q1 2025

The company also reported profits dropped by 3.2% year over year due to one-time costs tied to acquiring and integrating Goodyear’s OTR business. Yokohama Rubber reported its business and financial results for Q1 2025, covering January to March. The company increased sales revenue by 9.0% over the same period last year, reaching ¥275.1 billion (approx. $1.8 […]

ZC Rubber Goes Public on Shanghai Stock Exchange
International

ZC Rubber Goes Public on Shanghai Stock Exchange

ZC Rubber has officially gone public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange under the stock code 603049. The ZC Rubber Initial Public Offering (IPO) involved the issuance of 87.45 million shares at RMB 46.50 ($6.48) per share, opening with a market capitalization exceeding RMB 45 billion (approx. $6 billion). “This IPO marks a new chapter in ZC Rubber’s journey. […]

Celebrating father-child bonds at Formula Vee
Southern Africa

Celebrating father-child bonds at Formula Vee

There’s something magical about the sound of a race car engine roaring to life – especially when it’s the sound of a legacy being passed down from father to child. This Father’s Day, the story of Formula Vee South Africa – a grassroots motorsport category – is being celebrated for tradition, connection, and family – […]

BREAKING NEWS! GOODYEAR SA PLANT TO SHUT DOWN
Southern Africa

BREAKING NEWS! GOODYEAR SA PLANT TO SHUT DOWN

After 78 years of manufacturing tyres in Kariega, Nelson Mandela Bay, the Goodyear factory will close. Restructuring that includes the closure of the company’s manufacturing arm in South Africa will take place – Section 189A retrenchment notices have been served. According to Daily Maverick, the jobs of 900 workers are at risk and thousands of […]

BKT Reveals Five-Year Plan to Boost Revenue and Expand Market Leadership
International

BKT Reveals Five-Year Plan to Boost Revenue and Expand Market Leadership

At its recent board of directors meeting, BKT introduced a new five-year strategic plan. The company aims to generate total revenues of INR 23,000 Crores (approx. $2.6 billion) by 2030. It plans to invest INR 3,500 Crores (approx. $400 million), funding most of it through internal sources. The focus areas include strengthening leadership in the off-highway tyre market, expanding the carbon […]