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.
Alliance and Bohnenkamp mark 50 years of partnership during Bohnenkamp's 75th anniversary event in Germany.
Nearly five years on, the £950 m Rapid Charging Fund remains unused, deepening UK EV charging disparities.
LKQ Synetiq JV combines UK dismantling power with LKQ’s logistics, enhancing recycled, remanufactured parts availability.
Thinkcar UK names Garry Phillips as Southern Regional Manager to strengthen EV diagnostics support across southern England and Wales.
Continental has boosted UHP tyre sales to over 60% of its brand volume, with SportContact 7 winning 87% of independent tests.
Tyre News Media examines the tyre manufacturers setting sustainability benchmarks as of June 2025. It outlines their initiatives from low‑carbon factories to recycled materials and explains why they matter for the tyre industry’s future..
Everything Electric 2025 appoints Hankook Tire as headline sponsor for Farnborough’s premier EV and clean energy expo.
BKT has launched BKT Netherlands BV to enhance tyre marketing and trading across Europe.
AUMOVIO aims for €24 bn sales, a 6–8% adjusted EBIT margin, and lower R&D costs post‑Continental spin‑off.
Continental confirms sale of ContiTech in 2026, refines 2025 outlook, and sets mid‑term targets for tyre-focused business.
Continental’s 38-page white paper maps tyre, battery and charging plans essential for decarbonising EU commercial fleets.
Hankook has introduced the iON HT, a highway-terrain tyre designed specifically for electric light-duty trucks and SUVs.
HiQ Tyres & Autocare joined the Leamington Spa Half Marathon as an official sponsor, showcasing its mobile HiQ2U van service to the community.
Vaculug recalls a proud moment from 1980: repairing the UK's largest mining tyre.
Pirelli reintroduces the P Zero in its original form for the 40th anniversary of the Lancia Delta S4 Stradale, offering modern performance in a classic tread design.
TyreSafe partners with Yellow Wellies in Farm Safety Week to highlight Air‑pressure, Condition and Tread checks for farm tyres.
Continental launches a semiconductor design unit to support automotive electronics growth and supply chain resilience.
NEXEN TIRE has opened a flagship Bangkok store, reinforcing its premium branding across Southeast Asia.
Specialist mobile tyre fitting team helps keep police fleet vans moving even after tyre failures.
Exmile Tire debuts passenger car range at Tyrexpo Asia 2025, signalling broader global ambitions.
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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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