The tyre-industry guide to the products, fleet technology and exhibitors worth watching at IAA Transportation 2026.
Lee Mountain joins Halfords as its category management push raises new questions for tyre suppliers.
Used EV growth is pushing more tyre, alignment and suspension work towards independent workshops.
Linglong becomes GDSO’s first Chinese full member as standardised tyre data and traceability move higher up the industry agenda.
Radar Tyres says its RED dealer programme now covers more than 1,000 dealers across Europe.
Magna Tyres Group has acquired Belgium’s Forrez in its sixth strategic takeover.
Giti Tire’s Ecoroad range targets lower fuel use and CO₂ output for long-haul truck fleets.
William Farrow joins International Tyres as business development manager after a tenure with ATS.
Bond International has started building a new Pocklington headquarters to support growth and staff capacity.
Indian tyre exports rose 9% to a record Rs 273.12 billion, with the US still the largest market.
Tolins Tyres is exploring European precured tread rubber exports after entering the US market.
The Motor Ombudsman’s WORN-WARN campaign warns motorists about hidden risks in part-worn tyres.
Protyre mechanic Andrew Tannahill has raised more than £40,000 after taking up boxing for charity.
Triangle Tyre has gained CAAC CTSOA approval for civil aviation radial tyres used on aircraft including the C919 and A320.
Goodyear will supply lunar tyres for Lunar Outpost’s Pegasus vehicle under NASA’s Artemis programme.
Continental will showcase earthmoving tyres and digital monitoring tools at Hillhead 2026.
Pellon Tyres has installed a SolaX solar power system at its Halifax depot to reduce electricity use.
DUNLOP and Fujitsu say a new AI model cuts tyre deformation analysis from 45 minutes to five.
Nokian Tyres and Pirelli are the only tyre makers listed in FT’s Europe Climate Leaders 2026 ranking.
Takashi Maki becomes Yokohama Europe CEO as the group sharpens its regional growth focus.
Hankook marks 85 years with Europe now its largest sales region and new TBR capacity planned in Hungary.
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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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