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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.
BKT Tires appoints Manish Maharaj to lead Business Finance, adding multi-market expertise from his 11 years at Apollo Tyres.
Giti Tire secures ISCC PLUS for Anhui and Fujian plants, advancing traceable sustainable materials for EU passenger, van and truck tyres.
Bridgestone deepens its partnership with Milestone as RIDE 6 launches with expanded BATTLAX fitments and tyre-aware gameplay.
Elite Garages opens a full-service branch on Aisecome Way, offering MOTs, tyres, servicing and diagnostics for local motorists.
Indian manufacturer posts triple net profit increase as domestic demand and operational efficiencies drive growth.
A two-decade rise from branch management to the top job underpins Eden Tyres & Servicing’s rapid UK network growth.
Bickers Powersports confirms CST will support CFMOTO Thunder Racing Team through the 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship.
TIA Tyres becomes authorised UK wholesaler for Yokohama’s truck and bus radial range, aiming to boost availability and dealer support.
TyreNews.co.uk becomes a fully offset website and offers advertisers carbon-neutral campaigns via verified tree-planting programmes.
Kumho Tyre UK appoints Tony McHugh and Stewart Little to accelerate growth in the UK truck tyre market.
New analysis reveals a 14% decline in young people starting motoring apprenticeships over three years, despite overall apprenticeship numbers rising.
Brand Finance’s 2026 update keeps Michelin and Bridgestone atop tyre brands while tech platforms dominate global strength and value tables.
GSF Car Parts opens a 7,168 sq ft branch in Bury St Edmunds, adding jobs, vans and local supply capacity.
Select+ Names Natasha Byron-Taylor Network Partnerships Manager.
Autogem Invicta becomes a TyreSafe Commercial Supporter, aligning TPMS expertise with nationwide road-safety education.
Linglong reinforced its Chelsea partnership with a high-profile fan event in Chongqing, featuring club great Gianfranco Zola.
Interfit acquires Delgado e Hijos and Rodelma, extending on-site materials handling tyre services across Spain and reinforcing its European footprint.
Leading automotive aftermarket distributor strengthens board with appointment of former Nexen and Hankook executive.
Margin defence, targeted investment, sustainability credentials and non-tyre growth are steering manufacturers as EU trade and compliance pressures intensify.
Consumer replacement tyre sales fell 5% in Q4 2025 and 2% for the year, as summer fitments and winter demand softened.
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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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