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Nokian Tyres has announced it’s taking a leading role in the development of FUTUREPROOF research and innovation (RDI) programme. Through a €70 million initiative co-funded by Business Finland, with the aim of tackling the critical challenges of future mobility. The five-year programme intends to create a robust ecosystem involving over 100 partners, focusing on enhancing […]
There is no getting away from it. E-commerce is growing exponentially. Driven by a younger demographic and consumer preference for convenience, online purchase is fast becoming a way of life, even for items that may not typically fit the traditional ‘mould’ (pun fully intended) – tyres being one such example. The United States replacement tyre […]
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 […]
Nexen Tire has recently signed a long-term supply agreement with LD Carbon (LDC) to source recovered carbon black (rCB) to reinforce its strategy to manufacture tyres with sustainable and circular materials. The agreement aims to enhance the use of LDC’s sustainable materials enabling Nexen to further improve its eco-friendly tire manufacturing capabilities. Nexen intends to […]
Once again leading global tyre manufacturer Sailun will be exhibiting at the current Autopromotec Show in Bologna which opened today. In Hall 20, Stand A28 Sailun will be showcasing a representative selection of the company’s summer, winter and all-season tyres for cars, SUV’s electric vehicles and trucks. At the same time Sailun will be showcasing […]
Triangle Tyre and their Italian based partner Sunebo will be returning once again to exhibit at the 30th edition of Autopromotec 2025 show later this month in Bologna. To showcase their latest TBR and OTR tyre ranges at Booth C48 – Pavillion 20. On display will be a presentation from Triangle’s extensive TBR portfolio covering […]
Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd has officially acquired the Dunlop brand from Goodyear. This includes Europe, North America and Oceania for consumer, commercial and other specialty tyres, together with certain associated intellectual property and inventory. The sale is effective May 7, 2025. “We are honoured to begin the process of rebuilding a globally recognised brand with Tier 1 dealer […]
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 […]