Tyre News Media Launches Future Tyre Industry Hub

Tyre News Media has launched a dedicated hub for future tyre technology, sustainability and mobility coverage.

Yokohama Launches BluEarth-AllSeason2 for Europe

Yokohama’s new BluEarth-AllSeason2 targets Europe’s growing all-season car, SUV and BEV market.

Marc Reynolds on Why Tyre News Media Matters After Eight Years

Marc Reynolds explains how Tyre News Media supports the tyre trade with free, searchable digital coverage and why that matters to readers, contributors and advertisers across the sector.

Universal Tyres Marks First Tire Cologne Appearance

Universal Tyres says its Cologne debut helped strengthen trade links and open new international conversations.

Sentury Sets Out Europe-First Model at Tire Cologne

Sentury says it will decide a Balkan factory site soon, with PCR production targeted for 2027.

Michelin Innovation Lab Turns Sombrero Prototype into OYA Urban Tree

Michelin and Scale-Up Booster are accelerating OYA Urban Tree, an inflatable shade system for cities and events.

Mitas and HCFS to Show Farm Tyre Range at Royal Norfolk

Mitas and HCFS will show VF tractor and implement tyres at the Royal Norfolk Show in June.

Evonik Brings ISCC Plus-Certified Ultrasil eCO to EMEA

Evonik’s Adapazarı plant can now produce ISCC Plus-certified Ultrasil eCO for tyre and rubber markets.

Davanti Extends Mission Motorsport Partnership for 2026 Race

Davanti will supply tyres and funding for Mission Motorsport’s 2026 Race of Remembrance.

TyreSafe Marks 20th Briefing with Record Attendance

TyreSafe’s 20th Annual Briefing drew more than 200 delegates as tyre safety gained renewed policy focus.

Michelin to Show Truck Tyres and Fleet AI at RTX 2026

Michelin will show new truck tyres and AI-enabled fleet tools at Road Transport Expo 2026.

JK Tyre Puts Europe Strategy in Focus at Tire Cologne

JK Tyre used Tire Cologne to show PCR, van and TBR tyres developed for European customers.

PRINX Launches Xelera Truck Tyre Range at The Tire Cologne

PRINX has launched its Xelera truck tyre family for long-haul, regional and mixed fleet operations.

Sailun Uses Tire Cologne to Push Smart Performance Message

Sailun used The Tire Cologne to link product development, brand growth and European supply plans.

Toyo Tires names Tire360Europe for DACH and Nordics

Tire360Europe will manage Toyo Tires sales and marketing across DACH and the Nordics.

Hankook Used Cologne To Link Tyres, AI And Future Mobility

Hankook combined winter tyre launches, AI development and mobility concepts at The Tire Cologne 2026.

ZC Rubber Sets Out European Tyre Plans at The Tire Cologne

ZC Rubber used The Tire Cologne 2026 to preview new PCR, van and TBR tyres for Europe.

Hankook Expands iON Visibility at Everything Electric UK

Hankook will headline three UK EV events as it promotes its iON tyre range to drivers and trade visitors.

Triangle and Vaculug Bring OTR Tyres to Hillhead 2026

Triangle and Vaculug will show OTR tyres at Hillhead 2026, focusing on UK quarry and construction fleets.

Tyre News Media Marks Eight Years of Free Digital Tyre Industry Coverage

Tyre News Media reflects on eight years of free-to-access online coverage for the tyre trade.

David Brookfield Named Interim CEO of LKQ UK and Ireland

David Brookfield will lead LKQ UK and Ireland while the search for a permanent CEO gets underway.

First Line Strengthens UK Sales Team and Parts Range

Lewis Wykes joins First Line as UK Sales Manager as the supplier adds 52 new aftermarket parts.

Bridgestone And Kwik Fit Support Camper Calling Festival

Bridgestone and Kwik Fit will sponsor Camper Calling as Bridgestone prepares its campervan tyre launch.

Radar RED Dealer Network Passes 1,000 Across Europe

Radar Tyres says its RED dealer programme now covers more than 1,000 dealers across Europe.

Magna Tyres Buys Forrez to Expand European Network

Magna Tyres Group has acquired Belgium’s Forrez in its sixth strategic takeover.

Giti Tire Launches A-Rated Ecoroad Truck Tyre Range

Giti Tire’s Ecoroad range targets lower fuel use and CO₂ output for long-haul truck fleets.

Bond International Starts Work on New Pocklington HQ

Bond International has started building a new Pocklington headquarters to support growth and staff capacity.

Tolins Tyres Targets Europe for Precured Tread Rubber

Tolins Tyres is exploring European precured tread rubber exports after entering the US market.

Motor Ombudsman Launches WORN-WARN Tyre Safety Campaign

The Motor Ombudsman’s WORN-WARN campaign warns motorists about hidden risks in part-worn tyres.

Triangle Tyre Secures CAAC Approval for Aviation Tyres

Triangle Tyre has gained CAAC CTSOA approval for civil aviation radial tyres used on aircraft including the C919 and A320.

Goodyear to Supply Lunar Tyres for Artemis Moon Vehicle

Goodyear will supply lunar tyres for Lunar Outpost’s Pegasus vehicle under NASA’s Artemis programme.

Continental Brings LD-Master Rock L5 & MPT91 to Hillhead 2026

Continental will showcase earthmoving tyres and digital monitoring tools at Hillhead 2026.

Pellon Tyres Adds SolaX Solar System at Halifax Site

Pellon Tyres has installed a SolaX solar power system at its Halifax depot to reduce electricity use.

CEAT Uses Camso Acquisition to Expand Off-Highway Tyre Reach

DUNLOP and Fujitsu Cut Tyre Analysis Time by 90% With AI

DUNLOP and Fujitsu say a new AI model cuts tyre deformation analysis from 45 minutes to five.

Nokian Tyres and Pirelli Named Europe Climate Leaders 2026

Nokian Tyres and Pirelli are the only tyre makers listed in FT’s Europe Climate Leaders 2026 ranking.

Hankook Marks 85 Years With European Growth in Focus

Hankook marks 85 years with Europe now its largest sales region and new TBR capacity planned in Hungary.

Chandlers Adds Michelin X Tweel Turf to Grasshopper Mowers

Hubtrac Expands TBR Range Under 2.0 Platform

Hubtrac is developing 24 new TBR SKUs for 2026, with production planned in Serbia.

Bridgestone Launches Underground Mining Tyre Range

Bridgestone’s new underground mining tyres target load, durability and downtime in severe OTR applications.

Davanti Highlights Protoura Range for Summer Driving Season

Davanti is positioning Protoura Sport, Runflat and Race tyres for summer road and track-day demand.

Michelin Unveils Universal Tyre Digital Twin

Michelin’s software-based tyre digital twin uses vehicle data to predict tyre condition, grip and wear in real time.

Sailun Partners With Minrath for German Tyre Supply

Sailun will supply Minrath Gruppe with tyres for replacement and complete wheel customers in Germany.

Hankook Adds Jiaxing Plant to ISCC PLUS Network

Hankook’s Jiaxing plant becomes its fourth ISCC PLUS-certified tyre production site.

Michael Welch Plans European Launch for Rolo Tires

Michael Welch OBE plans to launch Rolo Tires in six European markets by Q1 2027.

SmartBay and RoboTire Put Tyre Fitting Automation in Focus

AI tyre-changing robots may reduce manual work but are more likely to reshape fitter roles than remove them.

Goodyear Pulandian Plant Recognised as Green Factory

Goodyear’s Pulandian tyre plant in China has gained Green Factory recognition after major solar investment.

Formula One Autocentres Names Simon Hughes as New MD

Simon Hughes will succeed Jon Butcher as Formula One Autocentres targets 185 sites within 18 months.

Tyre Wear Review Finds Health Impact Evidence Inconclusive

A major review says tyre wear health impacts remain hard to quantify because methods differ across studies.

Linglong Shows 85% Sustainable Concept Tyre at WBCSD

Triangle Tyre and Vaculug to Showcase OTR Range at Hillhead 2026

Triangle Tyre and Vaculug will use Hillhead 2026 to highlight OTR availability for UK quarry fleets.

Linglong Sets Out Smart Mobility Role for EV Tyres

Linglong says EV growth is changing tyre design, with rolling resistance, materials and OE testing under sharper focus.

Tire Cologne 2026 Exhibitor Guide for Tyre Trade Visitors

A practical guide to tyre, wheel, retreading, agricultural and OTR exhibitors at Tire Cologne 2026.

Tructyre Names Elizabeth Nagel as New Managing Director

Elizabeth Nagel will lead Tructyre’s 430-strong UK commercial vehicle tyre services team from July 2026.

Hankook Returns to Super-Sport Tyres with Ventus evo Z

Hankook’s Ventus evo Z marks its return to road-legal super-sport tyres for track-focused drivers.

Continental White Paper Puts Digital Tyre Safety in Focus

Continental says digital tyre monitoring can help EU fleets reduce downtime, fuel waste and safety risk.

Goodyear Puts Eagle Tyres at Centre of Global UHP Push

Goodyear’s Fast Is In Us campaign puts Eagle tyres at the centre of its global performance marketing.

CEAT Builds Local European Presence Across Key Markets

CEAT is building a more local European operating model to support tyre growth across core regional markets.

TIA Agri Becomes Principal UK and Ireland Stockist for Goodyear Farm Tires

TIA Agri will stock Goodyear Farm Tires for UK and Irish agricultural dealers, with next-day delivery.

From Den Ham to Europe: Heuver Celebrates 60 Years

Heuver marks 60 years since Mans Heuver founded the Dutch tyre business in Den Ham.

ZC Rubber Explores Self-Healing Lunar Tyre Technology

ZC Rubber is exploring self-healing lunar tyre technology as tyre makers push into space mobility R&D.

Bridgestone and Penske Test Fleet CO₂ Cuts in Lab

Bridgestone and Penske say tyre, fuel and routing measures can cut fleet CO₂ under real-world conditions.

Ascenso Tyres UK App Targets OTR and Agricultural Users

Ascenso and BA Bush launch a UK app giving off-road users faster access to tyre pressure and load data.

Triangle Tyre Sets Out Europe ESG Push at The Tire Cologne

Triangle Tyre will use The Tire Cologne 2026 to present its European growth plan, ESG focus and latest tyre ranges.

Linglong Eyes Borg El Arab for Major Export Tyre Plant

Linglong is discussing a US$2bn Egyptian tyre complex aimed at passenger, truck and export markets.

Magna Tyres Targets Recycling Sector with MA801 TR Solid Tyre

Magna Tyres will present its MA801 TR solid tyre for recycling and heavy industrial use at IFAT Munich.

Bridgestone Adds XXL Sizes to VT-TRACTOR Range

Bridgestone adds six XXL VT-TRACTOR sizes for larger tractors and field efficiency.

Pirelli Takes Univrses Stake To Advance Cyber Tyre Tech

Pirelli has taken a 30% stake in Univrses to add AI vision technology to Cyber Tyre.

Bars Reaches Six Million Tyre Milestone at BRZ Plant

BRZ has produced its six millionth Bars tyre as the Uzbek plant grows domestic and export supply.

Yokohama Uses AI to Speed Up Tyre Mould Design

Yokohama’s new AI and FEM system aims to reduce mould development time, cost and reworking.

Linglong Starts European Sales of Dura Master Van Tyre

Linglong’s new Dura Master Van enters European supply for LCV, van and motorhome applications.

The Tire Cologne 2026 Puts Circularity Centre Stage

The Tire Cologne 2026 will focus on circularity, automation, retreading and product innovation.

Bridgestone Backs Sporting Bears Charity Dream Rides

Bridgestone renews Sporting Bears support as charity rides pass £4m raised for children’s causes.

Oak Tyres Expands Ecologi Partnership With New Carbon Offset Milestone

Oak Tyres has offset 9.2 tonnes of CO₂e and supported more than 70,000 trees through Ecologi.

Point S UK Partners with OZ Racing for Alloy Wheel Supply

Point S UK members gain access to OZ Racing’s MSW and Sparco alloy wheel ranges.

Elite Garages Completes 14 ex-ATS Branch Transfer

Elite Garages has completed the transfer of 14 former ATS branches, lifting its network to 38 centres and retaining local teams.

Carbon Black Selection Gains Importance in Sustainable Tyre Manufacturing

Carbon black grade choice affects wear, flex, heat and processing across tyre compounds.

Nokian Tyres expands IT partnership with Tata Consultancy Services

Nokian Tyres has expanded its cooperation with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) under a new strategic partnership covering the maintenance and development of IT applications linked to the company’s internal operations and processes.

Niutech Subsidiary Starts 100,000-TPY Pyrolysis Expansion

Niutech says its Shandong Hesheng unit will lift tyre pyrolysis capacity from 60,000 to 160,000 tonnes a year.

Pirelli Develops P Zero R for New Porsche 911 Turbo S

Pirelli has homologated a new P Zero R for the Porsche 911 Turbo S, targeting grip, wet control and high-load road performance.

WYZ and Bamboo Rose Launch Smart Stock for Tyre Supply

WYZ and Bamboo Rose have launched Smart Stock to improve tyre inventory planning, logistics control and digital decision-making.

Petlas Marks 50 Years With New Tyre Launches for 2026

Petlas links its 50th year to new passenger, truck and industrial tyre launches as it pushes for wider growth in Europe.

Oak Group Holdings completes ETB acquisition and adds Newport distribution hub

Oak has taken full control of ETB and added Newport capacity, widening wholesale reach and retail coverage across key UK regions.

Yokohama highlights ADVAN A052 role in Racing Hondas opener at Silverstone

Yokohama ADVAN A052 headlines the Racing Hondas opener at Silverstone as Guy Martin makes his club championship debut on 5 April 2026.

Kerr’s Tyres Group Acquires Farmer Autocare

Kerr’s Tyres Group has bought Farmer Autocare, adding 21 Scottish sites and backing wider UK retail expansion.

Magna Tyres launches M-TRUCK RG22 for regional drive axle use

Magna Tyres has launched the M-TRUCK RG22, a regional drive axle tyre for fleets seeking grip, mileage and all-season marking.

Michelin Debuts Primacy 5 Energy and Pilot Sport 5 Energy for EVs and ICE Vehicles

Michelin’s new energy-focused summer tyres target longer EV range, lower fuel use and high-speed performance.

Oak Group Holdings Acquires ETB from Bridgestone

Oak Group Holdings has bought ETB from Bridgestone, adding four warehouses and entering fast-fit retail.

Nokian Tyres Demonstrates Heavy Range Performance at White Hell

Nokian Tyres hosted 100 customers in Ivalo to demonstrate its renewed truck and bus tyre range in changing Arctic conditions.

Sailun Showcases Alpine Evo2, Arctic 2 and Spike Tyres in Finnish Lapland

Sailun used Arctic conditions in Finland to trial three new winter tyres with Nordic trade and media guests.

Infleet Changes Ownership as ERS Acquires Business

Infleet moves to ERS ownership on 1 April, with Chris Comport remaining on the board to support continuity.

Linglong Tire Names Zhou Lingkun President and CEO in Governance Restructure

Linglong Tire appoints Zhou Lingkun CEO from 16 March as governance restructure separates operational and board leadership

Bridgestone Enters Motorhome Market with Duravis Camper All Season

Bridgestone launches its first motorhome-specific tyre, the Duravis Camper All Season, with A-grade wet grip and 3PMSF certification from June 2026

Giti Tire names Mat Wilkinson as TBR Sales Director UK

Giti Tire appoints Mat Wilkinson as TBR Sales Director UK to expand fleet partnerships ahead of a major 2026–27 product launch

Bush Tyres Lands Nokian Agro-Forestry Partnership as Load-Sensing Tyre Tech Promises Fuel Savings

Bush Tyres named UK brand partner for Nokian agro-forestry range, including load-sensing Intuitu 2.0 TPMS with claimed 5.2% traction gain

Triangle Tyre brings OTR TPMS and new product sizes to SaMoTer 2026

The Chinese manufacturer and its Italian distributor Sunebo will use the May exhibition to put real-time tyre monitoring for quarry and mining operations front and centre alongside a refreshed OTR and TBR line-up.

Nokian Tyres launches Snowproof 3P winter tyre with 40% renewable content and TÜV SÜD certification

Fifty SKUs available this autumn, expanding to 98 across a full 16–22 inch range, as Nokian targets the growing demand from larger-rimmed EVs and SUVs in Central and Southern Europe.

Michelin Launches Primacy 5 Energy and Pilot Sport 5 Energy with Triple-A Rating and Up to 70 km EV Range Gain

Two new summer ranges combine EU label A ratings across rolling resistance, wet grip and noise, with confirmed OE approvals for electric, hybrid and combustion vehicles.

Kumho Extends Ecsta Family with Performance SUV Ranges Designed for Electrified Drivetrains

The ECSTA Sport and Sport S SUV lines target a segment where load demands, instant torque and rolling resistance requirements are pulling tyre engineering in multiple directions at once.

Michelin Launches AI-Powered TreadVision System to Raise Retread Quality Across Franchise Network