GSF Car Parts continued its expansion strategy with the opening of a new Regional Distribution Centre in St Austell, marking the start of its 2025 growth plan. Meanwhile, RH Claydon secured exclusive UK distribution for Goodtrip truck tyres, strengthening its commercial portfolio.
In the B2B services space, Tyrenet and Tyre-Assist activated TIDAEX integration, streamlining workflows for independent tyre dealers.
Goodyear introduced its UrbanMax MCA HL+ tyre, tailored for electric and hybrid city buses, and announced an expansion of its winter tyre range. Continental revealed it will supply sustainable tyres for the 2025 Tour de France, while Bridgestone launched its recycled Enliten tyres for the upcoming Solar Challenge.
Prometeon is set to unveil its full premium truck tyre line-up at RTX 2025, and Linglong confirmed it will launch new agricultural tyres at Agritechnica 2025. Hubtrac also deepened its European focus with 10 new tread designs.
Bandvulc extended its Wastemaster 5 range with a 315/70 high-load option for heavy-duty applications, and Trelleborg launched the EXC900, targeting excavator usage in tough conditions.
Apollo Tyres was ranked among the global top five companies for sustainability in the automotive sector by EcoVadis. Vipal Rubber earned two Recircle Awards during Autopromotec 2025, and Birla Carbon received international recognition for workplace safety across 13 sites.
The Tyre Recovery Association called for stricter regulations on end-of-life tyre handling, submitting evidence to the UK Environment Agency's inquiry.
Training for tyre technicians saw a notable rise in demand, especially for EV and OTR specialisations. Autotech Training launched a new NTDA-certified EV tyre technician course in response.
Vaculug announced key appointments to support its OTR and Scottish operations, aligning with a wider skills investment trend.
HiQ opened a new Tyre & Autocare Centre in Thatcham and prepared to share digital retail strategies at Automechanika Birmingham. Supertracker launched a compact CCD wheel alignment system at the event.
Kumho and Prometeon both announced their participation in RTX 2025, as the show gains traction as a key fixture in the fleet and tyre industry calendar.
North East India emerged as a strategic rubber supply region, reflecting growing global sourcing diversification. Guizhou Tyre posted an 11% revenue rise for 2024, though profits dipped. ZC Rubber launched an IPO on the Shanghai Stock Exchange with a RMB 4.5bn valuation.
Elsewhere, Ecobat confirmed the sale of its European battery distribution arm, and Westlake and Goodride distributors hosted a strategic networking event at the Emirates Stadium.
TyreSafe issued a renewed call for tyre safety following a reported increase in UK road fatalities. With summer travel peaks approaching, the organisation is urging both drivers and industry stakeholders to take proactive safety steps.
This week’s developments reinforce the sector's emphasis on sustainability, digital transformation, and regional growth. From EV-specific launches to advanced training and global investment in greener technologies, tyre companies are aligning their strategies with long-term mobility and environmental goals. The continued evolution of fleet services, digital tools, and international events like RTX 2025 signal where the tyre sector is heading next.
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