OTR market estimates differ by billions, but manufacturer investment offers a clearer signal of where competition is heading.
Indag Rubber's margin growth offers a useful test of retreading economics as raw-material costs pressure the tyre industry.
PRINX gains TÜV SÜD certification for its XELERA EcoLine range as it builds its case with European truck fleets.
Olam Agri’s ASAF acquisition adds 176,000 tonnes of rubber capacity as traceability raises the value of processing scale.
Supertracker’s ‘Built to Last’ campaign spotlights durable, UK-engineered wheel alignment systems designed for demanding workshops.
Kuwait moves waste tyres from dumps to Salmi plants, positioning tyre recycling as a growth industry.
Fleet contracts, safety campaigns and shifting trade rules shaped UK tyre industry news in August 2025.
Auto3iii sponsors Allan Wright’s debut Ginetta GT Academy campaign, bringing its eVHC platform to the paddock.
N’n’OUT Autocentres CEO Jon Morgan joins Ride4Hope Mallorca to raise £5,000 for Northampton Hope Centre by 2 October 2025.
Elite Garages adds a Dorchester branch offering MOTs, tyres and servicing, marking the network’s 19th UK site.
New survey highlights risky habits; Bridgestone urges tyre checks before the school run.
Low-noise agricultural tyres from BKT target acoustic comfort, reducing cab fatigue without sacrificing performance or efficiency.
Tyron Runflat will launch a lightweight rubber run-flat band at DSEI 2025, promising easier field fitment and 50km mobility.
Tyre Wall of Shame shows real-world unsafe tyres to push monthly checks and safer driving.
LKQ Euro Car Parts moves from two divisions to four Sales and four Operations directors to sharpen customer focus.
Halfords Commercial Fleet Services has opened a new Avonmouth commercial tyre depot to meet rising regional demand.
New toolkit urges horse owners to check tyre age, pressure and condition to protect animal welfare and road safety.
Nexen Tire Frankfurt tram brings the brand’s purple livery to city lines.
EG Wholesale and Hankook Tyre UK raised £1,350 and 100kg of food for Paddock Wood’s Community Storehouse.
Point S UK membership helps B & K Williams grow, invest and rebrand in Caernarfon.
New HiQ research finds nearly 20% of cars aged ≤5 fail MOT first time, pointing to maintenance gaps among drivers.
Envoy Tyres makes its first CITEXPO appearance in Shanghai, unveiling new passenger, SUV and van lines alongside Davanti.
Kumho’s K E-City CA31 launches for electric city buses, with two additional sizes scheduled.
Appointment effective 1 August to sharpen Hankook’s European truck and bus marketing.
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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.
Ian Jackson will lead Continental’s UK technical operation as Steve Howat prepares to retire after 15 years.
Manfred Zoni will oversee Hankook’s German sales and marketing activities following a management restructure.
Oak Tyres promotes two long-serving managers to support standards and efficiency across its expanding depot network.
Tiina Frazer will join Nokian Tyres’ Management Team as senior vice president from 1 August 2026.
PHINIA appoints Mike Parker and Richard Masters to expand Delphi’s UK diesel and aftermarket business support.
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