Linglong plans further branded tyre centres and greater investment in the Middle East and Africa, alongside new products and stronger support for regional dealers.
Tyre News Media reflects on eight years of free-to-access online coverage for the tyre trade.
Michelin leads the 2026 Brand Finance tyre ranking as Asian challenger brands gain value.
David Brookfield will lead LKQ UK and Ireland while the search for a permanent CEO gets underway.
Lewis Wykes joins First Line as UK Sales Manager as the supplier adds 52 new aftermarket parts.
Bridgestone and Kwik Fit will sponsor Camper Calling as Bridgestone prepares its campervan tyre launch.
Radar Tyres says its RED dealer programme now covers more than 1,000 dealers across Europe.
Magna Tyres Group has acquired Belgium’s Forrez in its sixth strategic takeover.
Giti Tire’s Ecoroad range targets lower fuel use and CO₂ output for long-haul truck fleets.
William Farrow joins International Tyres as business development manager after a tenure with ATS.
Bond International has started building a new Pocklington headquarters to support growth and staff capacity.
Indian tyre exports rose 9% to a record Rs 273.12 billion, with the US still the largest market.
Tolins Tyres is exploring European precured tread rubber exports after entering the US market.
The Motor Ombudsman’s WORN-WARN campaign warns motorists about hidden risks in part-worn tyres.
Protyre mechanic Andrew Tannahill has raised more than £40,000 after taking up boxing for charity.
Triangle Tyre has gained CAAC CTSOA approval for civil aviation radial tyres used on aircraft including the C919 and A320.
Goodyear will supply lunar tyres for Lunar Outpost’s Pegasus vehicle under NASA’s Artemis programme.
Continental will showcase earthmoving tyres and digital monitoring tools at Hillhead 2026.
Pellon Tyres has installed a SolaX solar power system at its Halifax depot to reduce electricity use.
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.
The NTDA has shortlisted technicians, apprentices and businesses across seven categories for its 2026 industry awards.
Chris Follows will climb Yr Wyddfa to raise funds for The Albion Foundation’s community programmes.
New managing directors take responsibility for Nexen Tire operations in Germany, Poland, France and Spain.
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