Future Tyre Industry Hub Weekly

This week the Future Tyre Industry Hub explored developments across manufacturing, sustainability, connected fleets, corporate leadership and commercial distribution.

Here's what happened.

🏭 Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Continental to Build Wind Farm Near Korbach Plant

Continental announced plans to supply its Korbach tyre factory with renewable electricity from a company-owned wind farm, supporting both manufacturing resilience and carbon reduction ambitions.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/manufacturing-supply-chain

⚡ Smart & Connected Tyres

Continental Launches Sensor Ready Tyres

Continental introduced tyres with integrated sensor pockets designed to simplify digital fleet monitoring and support predictive maintenance.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/smart-connected-tyres

🌍 Sustainability & Circular Economy

Pirelli Expands Cyber Tyre Software

Pirelli strengthened its connected tyre ecosystem through a new software partnership with RIDEsense, supporting future vehicle diagnostics and safety.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/future-tyre-industry-hub/sustainability-circular-economy

👥 People & Careers

Bridgestone Champions Develop Future Retail Skills

Bridgestone continued investing in the next generation of automotive professionals through its latest Champions programme.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/people-careers

🌍 Global News

Nine Trends That Defined The Tire Cologne

One of the week's most-read features explored the major themes emerging from The Tire Cologne 2026, including manufacturing, sustainability, connected fleets and AI.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/global-news

🚛 Wholesale & Distribution

Micheldever completes Tyre Spot acquisition

The week's biggest wholesale story examined Micheldever's acquisition of Tyre Spot Autocentres and what it means for the UK's distribution landscape.

👉 https://www.tyrenews.co.uk/industry-news/wholesale-distribution

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