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Morita will succeed Shuichi Ishibashi as global CEO and representative executive officer beginning Jan. 1, 2026 Bridgestone announced a global CEO change. Effective Jan. 1, 2026, Yasuhiro Morita will succeed Shuichi Ishibashi as global CEO and representative executive officer. Bridgestone said the leadership shift supports its pursuit of sustainable growth and stronger corporate value as it […]
Bridgestone held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 21 for its new pilot demonstration plant for precise pyrolysis*1 of end-of-life tyres at its plant in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. The ceremony brought together 32 participants, such as Seki City Mayor Kiyoshi Yamashita and representatives from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, as well as other […]
Dunlop has joined forces with the legendary driving simulator “Gran Turismo” franchise, announcing its role as the official tyre partner of “Gran Turismo 7” for PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5, and the “Gran Turismo World Series”. “Gran Turismo” is one of the world’s most popular racing simulation video game series – thrilling more than 90 million PlayStation® […]
Continental has unveiled the Conti Coach HA 5. It is the first model in its newly developed Conti Coach Generation 5 line – tailored for the People segment in the EMEA region. This all-axle fitment tyre meets the demands of long-distance and intercity travel with a well-balanced combination of exceptional mileage, best-in-class rolling resistance*, and […]
Following on from the 52 set braking shootout, the full Autobild summer tyre test has taken the best twenty tyres to the full set of testing, with some interesting highlights! There are two interesting stories. Firstly, is the rise of the Chinese tyres, with both Linglong and Sailun performing really well in the grip tests. Does […]
Apollo Tyres announced that its logo appeared on the Indian men’s cricket team jersey for the first time on Oct. 2 ahead of the opening test match against West Indies. The debut follows the company’s announcement of a three-year strategic partnership with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Apollo Tyres logo appeared on the […]
MAXAM Tire has released the MS501 MineXtra in a new 45/65R45 size for L5 wheel loaders and heavy-duty mining machinery. Designed for harsh aggregate and mining environments, the 45/65R45 MS501 targets off-the-road (OTR) applications, MAXAMsaid. The MAXAM MS501 MineXtra uses an extra-deep, open L5 offset lug pattern with staggered tread blocks for wear and damage resistance in […]
Strong signal for internationality, innovation and sustainability in the tyre industry. THE TIRE COLOGNE (TTC) continues to grow: in 2026, the leading international trade fair for tyres and wheels will host a new format of The Global OTR Conference, the industry event for the off-the-road tyre industry (OTR), for the first time. By focusing on […]
Point S said the program is meant for young leaders to navigate workforce shortages, customer expectations, and technological change. Point S International launched the Next Generation Campus from Sept. 1 to 5 in Provence, France. The inaugural event brought together 80 young leaders from 10 European countries, all representing family-owned, independent tire and parts businesses within […]
In fiscal 2024, Yokohama produced one of the company’s biggest milestones to date. For the first time, the company posted sales revenue above ¥1 trillion (approx. $6.7 billion) and business profit above ¥100 billion (approx. $667 million). That marked the third consecutive year of record results, and after reviewing the company’s 2025 integrated report, it’s clear that this achievement […]
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced the creation of Global Racing, a new organisation that unifies all motorsport operations under one global structure. Goodyear said the milestone begins a new chapter in its racing legacy. Xavier Fraipont will serve as vice president of Goodyear Global Racing. He will guide strategic direction while aligning the group with Goodyear’s broader […]
Continental is prioritising the use of renewable and recycled materials in its tyre production. While the share of these materials averaged 26 percent in 2024, the tyre manufacturer expects an increase of 2 to 3 percentage points by the end of this year. In just five years, by 2030, this figure is expected to rise […]