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Will pave the way for Apollo Tyres in the fast-growing CSUV category June 24, 2021: Hyundai Alcazar was launched recently on Apollo Apterra Cross tyres. Within few months of its launch, Apollo Apterra Cross was chosen as the standard fitment tyre for the Hyundai Alcazar in 18-inch tyre size. This is also the first OE […]
Early-bird discount until 30 June 2021 Next year’s THE TIRE COLOGNE 2022 will be the first opportunity for the global industry to gather at an international communication and business platform since the introduction of restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic. The content of THE TIRE COLOGNE 2022, with the addition of TTC @home, will focus […]
At France AIR EXPO in Lyon, France, KRISTAL.aero and Michelin unveiled the innovative KRISTAL.air mobile app, dedicated to everyone who flies light aircraft for fun, sports or travel. Designed for the entire community of flying enthusiasts, it can be used by pilots, flight instructors and flying clubs, as well as by airshow organizers and tourist […]
We have seen trends come and go in the motoring industry over the past century. Early industry moves put cars on the fast track with assembly line production and the freeway system creating a driving culture that gives us the freedom to take the road to wherever our heart desires. Other transformative trends have […]
Yokohama Off-Highway Tires has recently introduced an all new pneumatic solid tyre for wheel loaders – the Galaxy LHD 510 SDS which presents improved levels of performance, traction and longer life. As a Severe Duty Solid (SDS) product the Galaxy LHD 510 has been specifically produced for extreme applications and working conditions such as in […]
HANOVER, Germany, 22 June 2021 – Bold breakaways, solo rides over many miles, spectacular mass sprints in the valleys and triumphant mountain-top finishes on the peaks of the Alps and Pyrenees – when the 108th edition of the Tour de France starts on June 26, the world’s biggest cycling race will be the focus of […]
After an intense period of preparation, the world’s first all-electric, multi-brand touring car series debuts this weekend at Vallelunga, Italy. As exclusive tyre supplier and founding partner to PURE ETCR, Goodyear has been at the forefront of development for this most innovative of new motorsport championships. Goodyear joined PURE ETCR as a Founding Partner when […]
June 18, 2021: Apollo Tyres Ltd today unveiled its new corporate identity and vision ‘Driving Progress, Together’ setting the path for the next five years. As a parent company for both the Apollo Tyres and Vredestein Tyres product brands, Apollo Tyres Ltd is committed to bringing together a global community and fostering a diverse and […]
(with safety measures) As the world continuously moves closer to returning to opening up for business once more, following COVID 19 thanks to a global vaccination programme, Tarsus Group, organisers of the forthcoming Tyrexpo Asia 2021 Show have announced that this long anticipated event is ‘still’ on track to take place at the Marina Bay […]
Valued at $64.6 billion in 2021, global demand for fleet (light vehicle, truck and bus) tyres will grow year-on-year at a rate of 8.7% to $97.8 billion in 2026. This data from the new Smithers study – The Future of Fleet Tires to 2026 – highlights the importance of fleet tyre contracts moving forward, as […]
Michelin is pleased to announce the expansion of its MICHELIN TRAILXBIB tire range, a tire designed specifically for trailed agricultural equipment, with the addition of seven new sizes from June 2021. Developed in association with farmers, the MICHELIN TRAILXBIB offers improved performance compared to its predecessor*. Agricultural transport is one of the most destructive stages […]
The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) roars back into action this weekend with the 8 Hours of Portimao. As exclusive tyre supplier to the LMP2 category, Goodyear is ready for Round 2 on the Portuguese Algarve coast. Portimao’s Autódromo Internacional do Algarve is a new circuit on the WEC calendar this year but one familiar […]