India tyre GST drops on 22 September 2025, easing prices for motorists and farms as tractor and bicycle tyres move to 5%.
Short Summary (Dek): Grip Master 4S named price-performance winner in AvD’s 205/45 R17 all-season tyre test, scoring 4.1/5.
Fleet contracts, safety campaigns and shifting trade rules shaped UK tyre industry news in August 2025.
New survey highlights risky habits; Bridgestone urges tyre checks before the school run.
New HiQ research finds nearly 20% of cars aged ≤5 fail MOT first time, pointing to maintenance gaps among drivers.
Sumitomo Rubber’s Project ARK targets ¥30bn cost reductions by 2027 to bolster profitability amid tariffs, input inflation and shifting demand.
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