Digital tread measurement and tyre identification support Michelin inspectors while retaining their final judgement.
Nokian’s Hakkapeliitta 01 uses retractable studs that switch with temperature, aiming to cut road wear and noise without losing ice grip.
Bridgestone’s new driver-in-the-loop simulator is live near Rome, aiming to speed tyre design while cutting prototype demand.
Bandag appoints Alba as a Cornerstone franchisee, adding capacity, digital traceability and a stronger Scottish footprint for retreads.
Mitas launches TERRAGUARD VF implement radials in the US, targeting heavier kit, lower pressures and reduced compaction.
Hankook is doubling down on retreading and sustainable materials, aiming to cut fleet costs and tyre lifecycle emissions.
Free visitor registration is now open for Road Transport Expo (RTX) 2026, taking place 30 June to 2 July at NAEC Stoneleigh, Warwickshire.
Vaculug has won SUEZ's "Protecting Our Planet" award, spotlighting retreading's role in cutting fleet carbon and casing waste.
Enviro has applied for Swedish company reorganisation, saying it can fund operations for three months while it seeks new financing and creditor agreements.
The deal gives the tyre manufacturer visibility across global esports broadcasts and events, as it builds brand recognition among Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences.
Pirelli promotes Dario Marrafuschi to lead its Motorsport Business Unit from 1 March, with Mario Isola supporting the handover until 1 July 2025.
February 2026's standout tyre figures show where capacity, cost and compliance pressures are moving next.
Balkrishna Industries unifies its worldwide tyre operation under “BKT Tires”, while strengthening BKT Carbon as a separate unit.
Point S UK names 40-year tyre trade veteran Mick Standbridge to grow and support independents across the South West.
BKT splits into BKT Tyres and BKT Carbon brands, confirming a first move into India’s consumer tyre market.
GSF Car Parts has opened a new Basildon branch with 12 staff and six vans, extending South-East trade coverage.
Guy Martin fronts a new Morris Lubricants series exploring production upgrades and global distribution from Shrewsbury.
Ho Seok Chea has become Managing Director of Hankook Tyre UK, effective 1 January 2026, based in Daventry.
Sailun took partners into the Italian Alps to trial Ice Blazer WSTX and Atrezzo 4S in snow and ice.
Kevin Burke Tyres appoints Cathal Murtagh to develop its OE business and support Alliance dealers across Ireland.
Michael Welch reflects on Sir Terry Leahy’s mentoring as Blackcircles features in a Maia Business Builders case study.
DC Kim returns to lead Nexen’s combined European sales organisation, while Jeff Roh moves to global sales planning.
Bridgestone will place Consumer, Commercial and OE tyre sales in Europe under Stefano Sanchini from 1 October.
Ville Mansikkamäki will lead Nokian Heavy Tyres, bringing senior experience from Ponsse, CNH Industrial, Valtra and AGCO.
Sarah Gumbley joins Point S UK with a remit focused on multi-site recruitment and supporting existing members' expansion.
Point S has brought future workshop leaders from nine countries together for its second Next Generation Campus.
Magna Tyres appoints Arnold van Woerkum CFO as it targets €650m turnover by 2029 and prepares for further acquisitions.
A1 ADAS promotes Jamie Willis as workshops weigh investment in equipment against mobile and remote ADAS services.
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.
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