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Nokian Tyres introduces new upgrades to its summer tyre selection
Nokian Tyres is upgrading its Central European summer tire range for passenger cars, sport utility vehicles and crossovers. Nokian Tyres Powerproof 1 offers stability and control for high speeds, while Nokian Tyres Wetproof 1 provides excellent wet braking abilities and powerful aquaplaning resistance. Both products are equipped with the familiar Dual Zone Safety technology. For […]
THE FESTIVAL OF MOTORING UNVEILS DATES AND WESBANK’S EXTENDED PARTNERSHIP
The Festival of Motoring, renowned as Africa’s premier celebration of automotive excellence, is pleased to announce the eagerly awaited dates for its 7th edition. Taking place from August 30th to September 1st, 2024, at the esteemed Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, this event promises a thrilling showcase of the automotive world. A key highlight of this […]
European Replacement Tyre Sales Plummet Across All Segments in Q3
The European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturers’ Association (ETRMA) published its members’ replacement tyres sales data for Europe for the third quarter of 2023. Figures reported a significant decline across all segments, confirming a negative market trend, ETRMA said. Q3 2023 showed a 6% decline in the sale of consumer replacement tyres compared to Q3 2022. Similarly, the […]
Sumitomo Rubber to launch ‘smart’ all-season tyres in 2024
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI), the Japan-based parent company of Dunlop manufacturer, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, has announced it will release next-generation all-season tyres in late 2024 equipped with a new technology called “Active Tread” that can adapt to sudden changes in all weather conditions. SRI President Satoru Yamamoto made the announcement recently at the Japan Mobility […]
Bridgestone Honoured as Top Company for Women in Transportation
Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced it has been named a 2023 “Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation” for the second straight year by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT). Representatives from Bridgestone received the award, along with other recipients, during a ceremony at the “WIT Accelerate!” Conference and Expo from November 5-8 in Dallas, […]
Recircle Awards 2023: Award Winners Revealed at Futurmotive Expo & Talks
Valebridge Media Services (VMS), the Crewe, UK and Madrid, Spain-based media services agency, has announced the winners of the 2023 Recircle Awards, the global industry awards event recognising sustainable innovation, production processes, management and services within the tyre retreading and recycling sectors. The Awards were announced and presented to the deserving winners during a live […]
Pirelli Inaugurates $15 Million R&D Center in Silao, Mexico
Pirelli inaugurated its first research and development center in Silao, Mexico, just over a year after the announcement of its creation. As a result of an investment of $15 million over a period of two years, Pirelli said the technology and digitalization pole for tire production has an area of more than 6,000 square meters (approx. […]
CEOs of 10 Tire Manufacturers Unveil Two-Year Sustainability Plan
The CEOs of 10 leading tyre manufacturers gathered this week to confirm a two-year Tire Industry Project (TIP) work-plan focused on research and action for sustainability in the tyre lifecycle, including tire-emission research and end-of-life tyre management. TIP said its work-plan for 2024 and 2025 builds on its established program of scientific research with enhanced […]
RMI celebrates 115 years of service to industry
In a year marked once again by unprecedented economic challenges and worldwide uncertainties, the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), representing over 8 500 member businesses in the retail automotive aftermarket, has not merely weathered the storm, it has soared to new heights of excellence as it celebrates its 115th Anniversary this month. RMI President, Jeánne […]
GOODYEAR ANNOUNCES TRANSFORMATION PLAN: GOODYEAR FORWARD
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company introduced a new strategic plan called “Goodyear Forward” following a comprehensive review by its board of directors and an independent review committee. Goodyear said the multi-faceted plan aims to optimize Goodyear’s portfolio, expand margins, reduce debt and enhance shareholder value. Part of the plan includes pursuing “strategic alternatives” for its chemical […]
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