Goodyear plans to close its Niagara Falls and Bayport chemical plants, with approximately 85 job reductions.
ETB Global is developing bio-butadiene from ethanol for synthetic rubber and tyre supply chains.
EU proposal would simplify tyre labels, expand digital formats and improve EPREL access for enforcement.
Linglong’s Yunnan rubber project links farmer support, FSC work and traceability from forest to factory.
A practical final-day guide to tyre, wheel, repair and service exhibitors at Hillhead 2026.
Prometeon reports higher renewable energy use and more recycled materials as it pursues net zero by 2040.
For decades, the tyre depot has been the foundation of the UK tyre retail sector. That model still matters, but the business around it is changing fast.
Hankook’s new winter tyre range promises lower rolling resistance, less noise and longer mileage.
Nexen Tire will supply OE tyres for BYD’s Seal 6 and Dolphin Surf electric models.
WD-40 launches an EU Ecolabel bio lubricant aimed at workshop and vehicle maintenance users.
Tyre News Media has launched a dedicated hub for future tyre technology, sustainability and mobility coverage.
Yokohama’s new BluEarth-AllSeason2 targets Europe’s growing all-season car, SUV and BEV market.
Marc Reynolds explains how Tyre News Media supports the tyre trade with free, searchable digital coverage and why that matters to readers, contributors and advertisers across the sector.
Universal Tyres says its Cologne debut helped strengthen trade links and open new international conversations.
Sentury says it will decide a Balkan factory site soon, with PCR production targeted for 2027.
Michelin and Scale-Up Booster are accelerating OYA Urban Tree, an inflatable shade system for cities and events.
Sailun’s latest Egypt plan would sharply increase PCR, TBR and OTR tyre capacity if approved.
Mitas and HCFS will show VF tractor and implement tyres at the Royal Norfolk Show in June.
Evonik’s Adapazarı plant can now produce ISCC Plus-certified Ultrasil eCO for tyre and rubber markets.
Davanti will supply tyres and funding for Mission Motorsport’s 2026 Race of Remembrance.
TyreSafe’s 20th Annual Briefing drew more than 200 delegates as tyre safety gained renewed policy focus.
Kevin Burke Tyres appoints Cathal Murtagh to develop its OE business and support Alliance dealers across Ireland.
Michael Welch reflects on Sir Terry Leahy’s mentoring as Blackcircles features in a Maia Business Builders case study.
DC Kim returns to lead Nexen’s combined European sales organisation, while Jeff Roh moves to global sales planning.
Bridgestone will place Consumer, Commercial and OE tyre sales in Europe under Stefano Sanchini from 1 October.
Ville Mansikkamäki will lead Nokian Heavy Tyres, bringing senior experience from Ponsse, CNH Industrial, Valtra and AGCO.
Sarah Gumbley joins Point S UK with a remit focused on multi-site recruitment and supporting existing members' expansion.
Point S has brought future workshop leaders from nine countries together for its second Next Generation Campus.
Magna Tyres appoints Arnold van Woerkum CFO as it targets €650m turnover by 2029 and prepares for further acquisitions.
A1 ADAS promotes Jamie Willis as workshops weigh investment in equipment against mobile and remote ADAS services.
The UK tyre trade needs more technicians, but the bigger challenge is building the skills required for increasingly complex vehicles.
Sophie Lyden has been recognised for turning everyday garage experience into practical road safety education.
Jon Cottrell will oversee Hankook’s UK truck tyre operations, dealer network development and fleet support services.