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Sales of last mile delivery (LMD) tyres will reach 215 million units in 2025, generating global sales revenue of $21.2 billion, according to research by Smithers, the worldwide authority on tyre markets. Its new market report – The Future of Last Mile Fleet Tires to 2030 – shows that by 2030 this total will increase […]
Bright, Chinese manufacturer of innovative tyre changing equipment will be returning once again to the Autopromotec 2025 Show at the Fieras Di Bologna Convention Centre in Bologna, Italy from the 21st – 24th May to showcase their latest range of technologically advanced equipment for the global tyre market sector. Bright (part of the Italian based […]
Australia’s leading truck and bus tyre management specialist warns fleet operators around the world that right now they are almost certainly losing huge sums of money due to illegal and unsupervised tyre practices right under their noses. Mr Brad Bearman of Bears Tyres in Sydney, Australia says active scamming and poor management due to lack […]
Michelin is introducing the MICHELIN Primacy 5 to the Middle East and Africa. With nearly 20 years of legacy in the Middle East’s entry and premium tyre segment, the Primacy line continues to evolve, offering a latest-generation tyre design that meets the diverse needs of drivers in the region. Amaury Vadon, Managing Director and Vice […]
South African national economists have issued a warning that the country’s AGOA duty free access to the North American business sector could be coming to a close, therefore posing a significant problem in the immediate future for the tyre, equipment and automotive parts sectors. Which traditionally are reliant on these trade benefits to stay competitive […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is progressively transforming industries on a global basis including the tyre sector with leading manufacturers and suppliers currently already working with AI to further improve tyre design, optimise production processes, enhance logistics, and improve customer service. Prominent tyre brands Bridgestone, Apollo Tyres, Pirelli, Hankook and Nexen, are integrating AI-driven technologies into their […]
Sailun has entered the top 10 most valuable tyre brands in the world for the first time, achieving a historic triple. Three times “Top 10”: Even in times of challenging economic conditions, the Sailun Group impressively demonstrates its growth ambitions as well as the Group‘s robustness and dynamism.The Sailun brand is growing and becoming increasingly valuable. Founded […]
THE TIRE COLOGNE 2026 is opening a new chapter: With the new WALK OF SERVICES format, THE TIRE COLOGNE is proving to be the most important source of inspiration for the industry. With its comprehensive range and international focus, the trade fair sends a strong signal in favour of safe and sustainable mobility in our […]
Europe led the record growth, generating approx. $222 million in revenue, contributing about 41% of the company’s total sales. NEXEN Tire has released its Q1 2025 earnings, reporting KRW 771.2 billion (approx. $540 million) in revenue and KRW 40.7 billion (approx. $28 million) in operating profit. This 13.7% year-on-year increase in revenue set a new record […]
When it comes to road safety, tyres are a critical line of defence and run-flat tyres are fast becoming a game-changer for South African motorists, claims Vishal Premlall, National Director TEPA. Designed to keep vehicles mobile after a puncture, run-flat tyres offer enhanced safety and convenience, particularly in high-risk or poorly lit areas. Premlall says […]
Tyres are one of the many automotive components that will be impacted by new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. This, according to Modern Tyre Dealer. However, executives from various tyre companies contacted by MTD emphasized that the tariff situation is fluid. List released In a statement issued on April 2, the Auto Care Association said that “earlier […]
Continental will discontinue tyre manufacturing operations at its Alor Setar, Malaysia, plant by the end of 2025. The manufacturing facility produces passenger car and light truck tyres for the Asia Pacific Market, as well as motorcycle tyres. A total of 950 employees work at the Alor Setar facility. The company’s priority is to support its employees by […]