Apollo will source some European agricultural tyres externally after deciding replacement capacity would not be economical.
Toyo’s Mitsubishi exit returns strategic control as tyre makers face a more volatile battle over capital, capacity and markets.
The UK tyre trade needs more technicians, but the bigger challenge is building the skills required for increasingly complex vehicles.
Dunlop’s summer warning exposes a wider challenge: identifying deteriorating tyres before heat, load and distance expose the problem.
This week the Future Tyre Industry Hub explored developments across manufacturing, sustainability, connected fleets, corporate leadership and commercial distribution.
Continental will build a wind farm near Korbach to supply renewable power directly to tyre production.
Pirelli will license RIDEsense software and take a 24.99% stake to expand Cyber Tyre functions.
Bridgestone’s latest Champions intake completed training across retail, customer service and future mobility.
Leon Chen will lead Hubtrac’s European PCR development as the brand expands beyond commercial tyres.
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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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