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.
England and Wales will require full permits for mechanical tyre treatment as Exemption T8 is withdrawn within three months.
Hillhead 2026 secures 77 % of outdoor space, attracting JCB, Volvo and other OEMs ahead of next June’s quarry and construction show.
The 2025 British Farming Awards shortlist showcases UK students, growers and agri-tech firms driving progress across the sector.
Ring adds two entry-level inflators to its TyreInflate range, targeting affordability and ease of use.
Stellantis has ended its hydrogen van programme, citing poor mid-term prospects and infrastructure issues.
Hankook’s Ventus S1 evo 3 ev summer tyres fitted to new electric Porsche Macan.
Mahalakshmi Ramaswami joins Apollo Tyres as CHRO, bringing over 20 years of HR leadership experience.
Vaculug offers to support UK MPs on Net Zero strategy with circular economy solutions.
Michelin names Tanguy Leon-Pflieger as new Vice President B2C Sales for Northern Europe.
Yokohama Rubber maintains inclusion in global FTSE4Good ESG index for 21st year running.
Auto3iii’s AI eVHC platform rolls out to 270 Castrol Service sites, giving garages mileage-based prompts and repeat-visit tools.
Live Display, fleet reporting and unregistered vehicle scans sharpen Goodyear’s CheckPoint drive-over tyre inspection system.
Kumho Tyre UK showcased key commercial vehicle products and tech at RTX 2025.
Bridgestone and Merityre urge motorists to ‘Be Road Safety Heroes’ after 41 % of cars at a tyre clinic needed attention.
Industry veteran Andrew Winn becomes Business Development Manager at British Rubber Co, sharpening its agricultural tyre focus.
Tyre maker Nexen renews its Al Nasr SC and Al Saeedi Tires sponsorship in the UAE for the 2025-26 football season.
Prometeon will fund GB Speedway Team’s 2025-26 world title defence, placing its brand at key international fixtures.
Bridgestone offloads closed Shenyang truck & bus tyre plant to Sailun for CNY265 m, finishing its China commercial exit.
After 35 years at Bridgestone, Brett Emerson signs on with Big Atom to boost UK tyre recycling efforts.
Continental sensors and low-rolling-resistance tyres cut fuel use and downtime across Port of Tilbury’s heavy-duty equipment.
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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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