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Xingda Shandong Phase II put into operation
On 17 March, Xingda Steel Tyre Cord held a ceremony celebrating the commencement of production at the second phase project of the company’s Shandong factory. Liu Tao and Hang Youming, deputy general managers of the steel tyre cord manufacturer, attended the event. In his speech, Liu Tao revealed that the Shandong factory’s second phase mainly serves tyre companies in Shandong Province and northern China.
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Goodyear extended EMEA tyre production shutdown into 2023
Goodyear reported that fourth-quarter 2022 tyre production levels were 3.5 million units below 2021 when executives published the firm’s full-year 2022 figures in February. That move was enacted in order to “control working capital given the weaker volume environment.” Now officials have confirmed that they decided to extend the pre-planned winter production shutdown into the first quarter of 2023 in the Europe Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region in order to rebalance inventories.
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Matrax gives SUV and car tyres Asian debut, EV tyres coming
March’s Tyrexpo Asia exhibition gave Portuguese-based Grupo Alves Bandeira the opportunity to showcase the company’s Matrax for the first time in Asia. The Matrax stand featured a comprehensive range of the brand’s portfolio incorporating SUV, 4x4, and ultra-high performance car tyres as well as truck tyre products.
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VMI launches VMI UNIXX Belt Maker
VMI has launched its new VMI UNIXX Belt Maker, describing it as “a game-changer in steel belt making”. According to the company, the VMI UNIXX Belt Maker produces high quality endless steel belts via a special extrusion process that can handle a wide range of compounds.
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SD International’s growing Zeta brand SUV tyre range
Well-known contract tyre manufacturer – SD-International is promoting the “SUV style and safety” of its Zeta-branded Impero SUV and Toledo 4x4 tyre ranges. According to the company, which is aiming to build up its established position in the UK and European tyre markets, Zeta SUV and 4x4 products “provide a series of impressive features and benefits including…modern and stylish” tread patterns. The details remain to be seen, but moving forward there is even talk of a “new EV serial” becoming available “by spring 2023”.
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IFC takes 5.6% share in JK Tyre
World Bank Group member IFC is investing US$30 million in JK Tyre & Industries. These funds will part-finance the expansion of capacities and integration of resource-efficient technologies into TBR & PCR manufacturing, leading to a more than 10% increase in radial tyre production. IFC gains a 5.6% stake in the tyre maker.
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Zeppelin Systems launches Sustainable Tire Alliance
After hinting at it for a few weeks, Friedrichshafen-based plant engineering firm Zeppelin Systems is revealing the purpose of a number of recent partnerships. Zeppellin Systems is “striving to shape a sustainable future for the tyre industry and make even better use of existing potential” via the “Zeppelin Sustainable Tire Alliance”. The latest addition to the alliance is Polish company ReOil, which came on board as a new partner on 13 March 2023.
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Yokohama USA launches Geolandar A/T XD pickup truck tyre
Across the Atlantic, Yokohama Tire Corporation, the North American manufacturing and marketing arm of Tokyo, Japan-based The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. has launched the Geolandar A/T XD. The Geolandar A/T XD is engineered for “full-size pickup trucks and commercial vans”. It is severe snow service-rated and moulded for optional studs purportedly offering “outstanding on- and off-road traction all year round”. The A/T XD is initially available in 21 sizes ranging from 16 to 20 inches, with more sizes coming later in the year.
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Hankook Tire’s JAX gains Australian retail award
An accolade for Hankook Tire in Australia, with its affiliated tyre distribution brand JAX Tyres & Auto winning in the key ‘Customer Experience of the Year’ category at the Retailer Awards 2023. JAX was recognised for its customer-centric service innovation based on clear key performance indicators and business frameworks.
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First look: Linglong Tire’s Serbia tyre factory
The opening of its new tyre factory in Zrenjanin, Serbia, makes Linglong Tire the first Chinese tyre manufacturer to build a production base in Europe. Truck tyre production represents the first phase of the enormous overall 999-million-euro project that represents the largest single foreign investment in Serbia and will soon feature car tyre production followed by the manufacture of agricultural and OTR tyres. Ahead of its official opening, as well as an interview with Linglong Tire chairman, Wang Feng, Tyres & Accessories had an exclusive tour of the site including a close-up view of the truck tyre production line.
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First tyre rolls off Jiangsu General Cambodian factory production line
On 18 March Jiangsu General’s Cambodian factory produced its first tyre, which means the tyre maker’s second overseas factory is now ramping up its production capacity. Jiangsu General said that the products of the Cambodian plant are mainly produced under the Celimo brand and are sold in the United States, Europe and Brazil.
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ZC subsidiary invests in waste tyre treatment project
On 10 March, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province’s environmental protection department accepted the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) document of Zhongce Qingquan’s waste tyre treatment project. After completing this project, the subsidiary of ZC Rubber will be able to process 20,000 tons of waste tyres (crumb rubber) per year.
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Linglong appoints Yu Hang as vice president
On 17 March, Linglong Tire announced that it hired Yu Hang as its vice president. The tyre manufacturer stated that the appointment of Yu Hang is to enhance Linglong’s brand value and competitiveness, optimise and improve its “product + service + value” system, build a world-class brand influence, and enhance Linglong’s international competitiveness.
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Maxxis supplying OE tyres for BMW 1 Series
Maxxis is now supplying original equipment (OE) tyres for the BMW 1 Series in Europe. The new deal, which began this month (March 2023), calls for Maxxis to supply BMW Group with 225/40R18 92Y XL Premitra HP5 tyres.
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Ivanor: New Identity for Vianor network in Russia
With the careful rearrangement of a couple of letters, the Vianor tyre retail network gains a new identity in Russia. Nokian Tyres reports that Russia’s largest network of tyre centres will henceforth operate under the name Ivanor. The new name accompanies a change of ownership, with Tatneft acquiring a 100% stake in Nokian’s Russian business. Rights to the Vianor and N-Tyre trademarks remain with Nokian Tyres.
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