New research will examine the commercial, regulatory and technology forces expected to shape the UK tyre industry in 2027.
The tyre-industry guide to the products, fleet technology and exhibitors worth watching at IAA Transportation 2026.
Servicesure has entered Northern Ireland as GSF Car Parts looks to extend its independent garage network.
Used EV growth is pushing more tyre, alignment and suspension work towards independent workshops.
Low-noise agricultural tyres from BKT target acoustic comfort, reducing cab fatigue without sacrificing performance or efficiency.
Tyron Runflat will launch a lightweight rubber run-flat band at DSEI 2025, promising easier field fitment and 50km mobility.
Tyre Wall of Shame shows real-world unsafe tyres to push monthly checks and safer driving.
LKQ Euro Car Parts moves from two divisions to four Sales and four Operations directors to sharpen customer focus.
Halfords Commercial Fleet Services has opened a new Avonmouth commercial tyre depot to meet rising regional demand.
New toolkit urges horse owners to check tyre age, pressure and condition to protect animal welfare and road safety.
Nexen Tire Frankfurt tram brings the brand’s purple livery to city lines.
EG Wholesale and Hankook Tyre UK raised £1,350 and 100kg of food for Paddock Wood’s Community Storehouse.
Point S UK membership helps B & K Williams grow, invest and rebrand in Caernarfon.
New HiQ research finds nearly 20% of cars aged ≤5 fail MOT first time, pointing to maintenance gaps among drivers.
Envoy Tyres makes its first CITEXPO appearance in Shanghai, unveiling new passenger, SUV and van lines alongside Davanti.
Kumho’s K E-City CA31 launches for electric city buses, with two additional sizes scheduled.
Appointment effective 1 August to sharpen Hankook’s European truck and bus marketing.
Linglong Germany has relocated to Hannover, opening a new office and workshop to support European R&D and operations.
Apollo Tyres appoints Denis Virelli to drive Germany’s car dealer channel and OEM accounts, effective immediately.
Sumitomo Rubber’s Project ARK targets ¥30bn cost reductions by 2027 to bolster profitability amid tariffs, input inflation and shifting demand.
Continental wins Kalmar Sustainability Award 2025 for supplier transparency, responsible sourcing and lifecycle-focused tyre solutions.
Radar Tyres’ RED dealer programme launches in the UK, Europe and US with tiered rewards, marketing support and customer protections.
World Ploughing Championship 2025 goes to Prague on 5–6 Sept, with Mitas as General Partner.
TyreSafe receives IMTD 2025 Award for embedding tyre safety into driver education and supporting young, at-risk motorists.
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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.
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.
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