Vredestein expands Hellendoorn rally brand partnership
The Vredestein logo will feature prominently at this year’s Eurol Hellendoorn Historic Rally after Apollo Tyres expanded its partnership with the event. The rally will take place on 21 September and will see intense competition between 35 teams from nations around the world, including Mexico, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and the UK.
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Accuride to debut new forged wheel range at IAA 2024
Accuride Corporation reports that it will present a “newly redesigned product portfolio” at the IAA Transportation show. Specifically, Accuride is launching a newly designed range of forged aluminium wheels which offer “TPMS compatibility and improved durability”.
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Australia’s NTAW Holdings preparing for growth despite challenging conditions
NTAW Holdings Limited, the holding firm for numerous tyre wholesale, retail and retreading businesses, reported mixed financial results for the Australian fiscal year that ended 30 June 2024, reflecting the challenging economic conditions in its key markets of Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Despite these challenges, the company implemented initiatives aimed at positioning itself for future growth.
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Aulice to build a factory in Tanzania
Another Chinese tyre manufacturer has set its sights on Africa for its overseas factory plan. Aulice, a tyre manufacturer in Hubei, China, has decided to build a manufacturing plant in Tanzania with an annual output of 1.2 million sets of all-steel radial tyres.
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Commercial debut for Yokohama’s fin tech on Advan A50
Yokohama Rubber has commercially introduced a new technology it has been working on for a number of years, aerodynamic fins that improve handling stability. It debuted this feature on the Yokohama Advan A50, a size 165/50R16 75V tyre currently only available in Japan as an original equipment fitment on the Daihatsu Copen two-door convertible kei car.
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Apollo Tyres plant gains 5-star British Safety Council rating
The British Safety Council has conducted an audit of the Apollo Tyres factory in Andhra Pradesh, India, and on the basis of this evaluation awarded the tyre maker a Five Stars rating. Reporting this distinction, Apollo Tyres emphasises that gaining a Five-Star occupational health and safety audit rating demonstrates the company’s “commitment towards the continual improvement of health and safety management systems and associated arrangements.”
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Falken partners with Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart
Starting in the 2024/25 season, Falken will be an official club partner of German Bundesliga football club VfB Stuttgart. As part of the sponsorship deal, the Falken tyre brand will be represented on more than 240 metres of perimeter LED displays during VfB Stuttgart’s home matches. In addition, the Falken logo will be present on two static grandstand banners, and an extensive hospitality programme is also part of the sponsorship package.
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Honda honours Hankook Tire with 2 awards
Honda has recognised Hankook Tire North America with two 2023 Mass Production Supplier Awards, reflecting its ongoing collaboration with the automaker in delivering original equipment, a partnership that dates back to 2013.
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Many missing after Bangladesh tyre factory fire
More than 130 people are reportedly missing following a fire at the Gazi Tyres factory in Rupganj, Bangladesh. Various local media sources indicate that up to 174 people are presumed dead in the aftermath of the blaze, which began on Sunday evening. The fire raged for more than 32 hours, leading to the collapse of three floors in the six-storey building. A team of experts from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology has been formed to assess the building’s structural integrity and guide the next steps in the rescue operation.
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Tyre News in Numbers – August 2024
Tyres & Accessories’ monthly Tyres News in Numbers’ column boils down the latest tyre industry news to the most important statistics of the month. Below, we look at the big numbers from the August 2024 magazine. $905 million... The value of Yokohama’s purchase agreement with Goodyear to acquire the US-based manufacturer’s Off-the-Road tyre business – the completion of the acquisition is subject to the usual regulatory approvals, but is expected to close by early 2025.
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Black Rubber acquires Goodyear retread plant, retail site in Australia
NTAW Holdings Limited, one of the largest players in the Australian tyre market, has acquired a retreading facility and retail site from Goodyear through its subsidiary, Black Rubber Pty Ltd. This acquisition marks a strategic expansion for Black Rubber, strengthening its position in the Australian tyre retreading and related retail market.
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American football: Cosmo Tires a ‘Hurricanes’ partner
Cosmo Tires has become an official partner of college football team the University of Miami Hurricanes. This official relationship builds upon the connection the wholesaler has with the team through chief executive officer, Tony Gonzalez, and president, Joaquin Gonzalez Jr., who are both proud alumni of the University of Miami.
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Giti hosts first HGV ride-and-drive customer event, commences Verified by Customers campaign
Giti Tire has held its first ever dedicated European heavy goods vehicle (HGV) ride-and-drive customer event, coinciding with its new marketing campaign “Verified by Customers”. With more than 40 Giti distributors and dealers from across Europe, the Giti Truck Trek Experience was hosted by Transpolis, a world-class proving ground for innovation and safety in Lyon, France.
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Bohnenkamp now a European public limited company
Osnabrück, Germany-based tyre wholesaler Bohnenkamp recently became a European public limited company and is now trading as Bohnenkamp SE. This form of public limited-liability company that allows Bohnenkamp to run its business in different European countries using a single set of rules.
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Global dealers visit Linglong Tire’s European plant
In early August, Linglong Tire hosted a visit to its new factory in Zrenjanin, Serbia, for approximately 130 dealers from the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions. During the visit, Linglong Tire signed long-term cooperation agreements with 16 strategic partners, establishing a framework for closer future collaboration.
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