New Bridgegate Tyres will distribute Universal Tyres across a designated North East territory under Tubeline’s UK network.
Pirelli and Abet will develop connected tyres and AI systems for remote-controlled rescue vehicles operating on extreme terrain.
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.
HD Ricketts says Michelin X Works tyres and damage cover are helping reduce cost risk across its truck fleet.
Triangle Tyre and Vaculug will use Hillhead 2026 to highlight OTR availability for UK quarry fleets.
Linglong says EV growth is changing tyre design, with rolling resistance, materials and OE testing under sharper focus.
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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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