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.
Nexen Tire’s Czech expansion and stronger US-APAC demand lifted Q2 sales to a record ₩804.7bn, signalling momentum into H2.
CAM’s TiDaeX‑ready Fitter‑Force lets dealers accept breakdown jobs in real time, following June’s network integrations and slashing admin.
TRA Forum Day 2025 will test UK resolve to end baled-tyre exports and enforce T8 reforms—pivotal steps toward a domestic, circular tyre economy.
Yokohama-ATG showcases Alliance VF tyres at Ag in Motion, proves Forestar III 644 in forestry tests and launches a redesigned website.
Yokohama’s BluEarth 711L will equip the latest Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great, cutting fuel use for long-haul fleets.
Apollo Tyres renews its sponsorship of Hungary’s DVTK for an eighth season, bolstering brand reach and funding women’s and youth football development.
OS Invitational Charity Golf Day raises £12,510 for Ben as 67 Degrees beats Octane Finance in Brighton; industry sponsors boost mental-health support.
Hankook’s Smart Work AM11+ adds reinforced sidewalls, wear markers and all-weather grip to cut tyre damage on UK waste-collection fleets.
Linglong lands OE deal for third-generation VW Tiguan, supplying 255/45 R19 UHP tyres developed and tested in Europe.
Kumho’s Crugen HT51 will equip Kia’s new Tasman pickup, boosting Kumho’s OE footprint in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa.
Independent Provana tests find GRI farm tyres deliver higher traction, lower fuel use and reduced soil compaction.
20 tonnes of tyres caught fire in West Bromwich, forcing evacuations and damaging four factory units.
MBNI unveils NI’s first eActros 600, pairing the award-winning electric truck with Michelin X Line Energy tyres to extend range.
Totalkare’s first PlantWorx appearance will feature mobile lifts, DVSA-approved brake testing and bespoke inspection pits.
Royal visit marks opening of Hankook House, enhancing UK logistics and reaffirming 19-year partnership with Transaid.
TyreSafe’s new farm tyre guide delivers five-point safety advice for UK farmers.
Doublestar’s £509 m share-plus-cash deal will give the Chinese firm effective control of 45 % of Kumho Tire.
Starmaxx signs as 1.FC Köln’s tyre partner for 2025/26, expanding its European visibility through high-profile Bundesliga sponsorship.
TM800 PowerFlex offers 20 % more traction, lower rolling resistance and VF-PFO load capacity for modern mid- to high-hp tractors.
₹450 crore investment will raise CEAT’s Chennai plant PCUV tyre capacity by 35 %, fully online by FY 2027.
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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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