EU sourcing data, smart tyre evaluation and materials development lead this week’s roundup.
Magna Tyres has updated its dealer portal, bringing product information, technical documentation and marketing resources together for customers worldwide.
Linglong plans further branded tyre centres and greater investment in the Middle East and Africa, alongside new products and stronger support for regional dealers.
EU commercial tyre fitments have a higher import share than cars. TNM examines sourcing, stock, capacity and retreading implications for fleet buyers.
First Stop says its first national wholesale agreement will give its 218 UK members access to more tyre brands through Bond.
Inter-Sprint says its refreshed Tyfoon range offers twice as many sizes, led by new summer and all-season patterns.
Two in five used-car buyers missed or could not recall tyre checks, while DVSA data keeps tyres prominent among dangerous defects.
Point S has launched 4 Seasons 3 and Van+ all-season tyres across 50-plus sizes, including 12 commercial fitments.
Continental will sell mycar’s 279-store network to Tuhu while retaining the chain as a tyre distribution partner.