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Circular economy as a focal theme of THE TIRE COLOGNE 2026 With the INNOVATION LAB, THE TIRE COLOGNE 2026 issues a clear signal for the future of the international tyre industry. As a further developed leading format, it shifts the focus to the circular economy. Supplemented by the new “Material & Production” segment expansion, sustainable materials, smart […]
Recent analysis by ADAC of 160 tested products found Continental tires abrade 11% less material than the average competitor tyre. Continental continues efforts to reduce tyre wear through new technologies, research, and industry initiatives. Recent analysis by ADAC of 160 tested products found Continental tyres abrade 11% less material than the average competitor tyre. This reduction […]
The Hankook Mexico City E-Prix concluded Round 2 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship Season 12 at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The event marked one of the most demanding stops on the calendar due to its extreme altitude. As the championship’s exclusive tyre partner and the event’s title sponsor, Hankook Tire & Technology supplied the full […]
Michelin demonstrated predictive tyre health technology using a 1970 Ford Bronco retrofitted with Sonatus technology. Michelin and Sonatus will showcase predictive tyre health technology at CES 2026. The demonstration will highlight Michelin’s SmartLoad and SmartWear models deployed through Sonatus AI Director to deliver real-time, in-vehicle tyre insights. The companies said predictive tyre health technology can help fleets and […]
Dunlop Tyres South Africa has partnered with its Original Equipment partner, Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), to launch a local supplier development initiative that brings world-class tyre expertise directly onto the production line at IMSAf’s Struandale plant in Gqeberha. The collaboration is designed to drive social enterprise development, strengthen localisation, and create opportunities for local […]
For the sixth consecutive year, Nokian Tyres scored an A- from CDP for actions aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change-related risks. The CDP Climate rating is deemed one of the most trusted indicators for corporate performance on decarbonization. Scores A and A- represent leadership level among nearly 20,000 companies that were scored in […]
As we wrap up another year on the road together, the team at SA Treads sends warm holiday cheer to all our readers, contributors, partners and the wider tyre industry community. Thank you for staying tuned with the latest insights, stories and innovations in the tyre sector throughout 2025. Your support keeps us rolling forward […]
Under the partnership, Apollo Tyres will help shape academic content for the course, assist in developing the syllabus and prepare study material. Apollo Tyres and the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) announced a partnership to introduce a specialised elective on tyre technology for engineering students. Under the partnership, Apollo Tyres will help shape academic content […]
The new facility is scheduled to begin initial operations in August 2028, pending investment and regulatory approval. Kumho Tire has selected Opole, Poland, as the site for its first European manufacturing plant. The new facility plans to begin initial operations in August 2028, pending investment and regulatory approval. Kumho said the first phase will support an […]
During this year, we’ve profiled several independent successful retailers whose drive, determination and entrepreneurial spirit have led to incredible achievements. Inspiring stories, that remind us that anything is possible, if you put your mind to it. We end 2025 with another uplifting interview, this time, with Thabiso Mphore of Kgethogolo Trading and Projects, who went […]
BKT expanded its original equipment (OE) division with three appointments in France and South America. The moves align with BKT’s 2030 strategic plan and focus on deeper technical engagement with OEMs, dealers and end users across agriculture, industrial and OTR segments, it said. France BKT named Rémi Morin as brand specification manager. Morin brings more than […]
The robots navigate independently through the production hall using sensors, 360-degree camera systems and AI-based control technology. At Continental’s ContiLifeCycle (CLC) retreading plant for truck and bus tyres in Hanover-Stöcken, Germany, seven autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) have been transporting green tyres around the plant since March. The AMRs handle tyre moves between stations so employees can […]