Halfords is lifting Autocentre margins by extracting more value from each vehicle, even as replacement tyre demand remains weak.
Better products, stronger distribution and shifting supply chains are making the budget tyre label increasingly difficult to define.
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.
SSE accepts Aeolus Tyre’s A-share plan to fund giant OTR expansion.
Two Newbury vehicle technicians are racing a hand-built Minecraft-themed soapbox car to raise funds for Daisy’s Dream.
Davanti Tyres renews its long-term Everton partnership, extending a commercial deal first signed in 2017.
A new LCV tyre promises higher mileage and lower rolling resistance, with OE-focused Van e to follow.
China’s Ministry of Commerce issued Preliminary Ruling No. 39 (2025) on 12 August. Importers of halogenated butyl rubber from Canada and Japan must pay provisional deposits from 14 August 2025.
LKQ Academy unveils VR training, offering garages immersive skills learning without leaving the workshop.
Moveero will showcase its latest agricultural wheel and hub systems, including Profi-Fit™ and Profi-Flex™, at the Farm Progress Show.
Bridgestone will supply custom-engineered Potenza tyres for Lamborghini’s 1080 CV Fenomeno supercar.
New Bridgegate Tyres has opened its fifth site at Tees AMP, expanding service capacity for private and fleet customers.
Nexen Tire opens a branded shop in Manama with IM Tyres, Al Jobani and Supreme Tires, adding services for Bahrain drivers.
US tariffs on Indian tyres rise to 50% from 27 August 2025, stacking a new 25% duty on top of July’s 25% reciprocal rate.
WhatTyre names Continental UltraContact NXT winner and highlights value-focused eco tyres for UK motorists in 2025.
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Linglong Tire remains Real Madrid’s global tyre partner for 2025/26, supporting LED, media and hospitality rights at the Bernabéu.
China revises CCC tyre certification rules following GB standard updates, effective from June 2025.
Goodyear signs a new three-year deal to remain the UK Police Force’s sole tyre supplier.
Business Wales support powers Maverick Diagnostics’ global growth with specialist training in Wrexham.
Autotech Recruit celebrates 80-year-old MOT tester Geoff, reflecting a wider rise in older professionals staying in work.
Goodyear TPMS Connect now integrates with Schmitz Cargobull TrailerConnect, giving fleets real-time tyre data without extra hardware.
TMG debuts eTruck, an electric mobile tyre service platform pairing scalable batteries with silent power and pro-grade tools.
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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.
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.
Bridgestone’s latest Champions intake completed training across retail, customer service and future mobility.
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