Better products, stronger distribution and shifting supply chains are making the budget tyre label increasingly difficult to define.
The search for a 6PPD alternative is widening, but any viable replacement could trigger years of tyre testing and supply-chain work.
Apollo will source some European agricultural tyres externally after deciding replacement capacity would not be economical.
EU duties are accelerating tyre production into ASEAN, creating both a sourcing opportunity and a new risk for UK wholesalers.
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.
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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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