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.
Hankook appoints new senior leaders to strengthen passenger and commercial tyre sales across North America.
Triangle adds new OTR tyre sizes and giant mining tyres to strengthen its global position in off-road sectors.
Bridgestone has sold its carbon black unit in Thailand to Tokai Carbon, aiming to streamline its operations and strengthen its sustainability focus.
RTX 2025 drew a record-breaking 14,161 visitors, prompting two new regional shows in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Eden Tyres Oakham earns Bridgestone’s e-CENTRE title for ESG and customer excellence.
Auto3iii integrates AI into the eVHC process to improve diagnostic speed, accuracy, and customer transparency.
Vaculug introduces ZEXY, a new tyre range focused on durability and multi-application road use.
Exmile’s growth: from industrial tyres in Shandong to a major PCR plant in Jiangsu, signals its strategic expansion in Chinese OE supply, with clear implications for European markets.
Modern Tyres has agreed to acquire BestDrive Ireland from Continental, enhancing its footprint and service range across Ireland.
Guy Heywood leaves VP post at Hankook Europe and joins SPG Impact as a senior consultant.
Adam Pay joins Halfords as Managing Director of Garages, bringing global automotive experience to the expanding network.
Yokohama Rubber and Thailand’s RAOT deliver practical training and free fertilizer to 50 Thai rubber farmers.
TRAC’s biennial Rubber Recycling Symposium, hosted in Calgary on 8–9 October, brings global experts to explore ELT legislation, tech, sustainability and market trends.
Giti joins VWCV and Challenge4 to support an 80,000km EV world record attempt in the ID. Buzz.
John Sutch Cranes sees tyre lifespan gains of up to 50,000km after adopting MICHELIN X Crane + across its mobile fleet.
B.A. Bush opens new depots and warehouse space as agri and commercial tyre sales grow.
Cleevely Motors sees 30% tyre sales rise by targeting EVs and joining Point S.
Moveero has redesigned its website to improve ease of wheel selection, showcasing product data and engineering capabilities.
Linglong Tyre has filed to list shares on HKEX, aiming to raise funds for R&D, marketing, and overseas plant expansion.
Autogem's TPMS event sets new benchmark for UK technician engagement and training.
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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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