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.
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.
DUNLOP and Fujitsu say a new AI model cuts tyre deformation analysis from 45 minutes to five.
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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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