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Goodyear expands Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 range
No less than 95 new SKUs will join the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 range in the coming weeks and months. Announcing the new sizes, Goodyear says it will particularly focus on 19-inch and larger rim diameters, catering to growth in the SUV market across Europe.
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BTMA and NTDA to push for review of MOT tread depth advisories
The news that the government is maintaining annual MOTs in the present 3-1-1 regime was universally welcomed by the industry. But tyre retailers up and down the country continue to highlight the appalling reality that many tyres are changed past the legal limit and in shocking states of disrepair. For many motorists, the MOT is an annual driving sanity check, reminding them to change their tyres and other safety-critical car parts. That reality and the increasing prevalence of electric vehicle and ADAS technology have prompted calls for an upgraded MOT – not least from the BTMA and the NTDA.
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ETRMA not subject to EC inspection
Yesterday the European Commission announced it was “carrying out unannounced inspections at the premises of companies active in the tyres industry in several Member States.” So far, we’ve learned that Bridgestone, Continental, Goodyear, Michelin, Nokian Tyres, and Pirelli received visits from EC officials.
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Yokohama Rubber names Yamaishi Chairman & CEO
Numerous changes within the management of the Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. will take effect following the company’s general meeting of shareholders on 28 March 2024, including the appointment of Masataka Yamaishi as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Shinji Seimiya will take over Yamaishi’s current remit as President, as well as the role of COO.
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European Commission ‘conducting antitrust inspection’ at Bridgestone
Bridgestone joined four other manufacturers in confirming to Tyrepress that it has been part of the European Commission’s series of unannounced inspections at tyre makers active within several European Union member states. A representative told Tyrepress: “Bridgestone can confirm that the European Commission is conducting an inspection at its European Headquarters. As a responsible company that is committed to fair practices and transparency, Bridgestone is fully cooperating.”
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Pirelli confirms EC antitrust inspectors visit
Pirelli has confirmed that it is among the tyre manufacturers in European Union member states receiving an unannounced visit from European Commission investigators today, according to Tyrepress sister site PneusNews. The EC is concerned that companies producing replacement market tyres for cars, vans, trucks and busses may have “violated EU antitrust rules that prohibit cartels and restrictive business practices.” A Pirelli spokesperson said the company “has always acted in total compliance with all rules and regulations,” adding that “it is guaranteeing full support” to investigators.
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European Commission investigators make unannounced inspection at Continental
The European Commission’s unannounced inspections at European tyre company premises today included Continental. The Hanover, Germany based manufacturer said, “We can confirm that as of today investigations by European antitrust authorities are taking place at Continental in Germany.” A representative added that the company could not comment further on an ongoing investigation. The EC is investigating concerns of price coordination on new replacement tyres for passenger cars, vans, trucks and busses sold in the European Economic Area.
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Goodyear visited in European antitrust investigation
Following the news that the European Commission is investigating tyre manufacturers across Europe for anti-competitive practices, we now know that at least Nokian, Continental and now Goodyear have been visited.
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Nokian Tyres receives EC antitrust inspection
The European Commission has initiated an unannounced inspection at Nokian Tyres plc’s headquarters in Nokia, Finland. The investigation forms part of the EC’s wider look at tyre manufacturers across several member states:
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EC launches tyre industry antitrust investigation in “several member states”
The European Commission is carrying out unannounced inspections at the premises of companies active in the tyre industry “in several “member states”. The reason? “The commission has concerns that the inspected companies may have violated EU antitrust rules that prohibit cartels and restrictive business practices”, according to an official statement. So far, Nokian Tyres, Continental, Goodyear, Pirelli, and Bridgestone have confirmed they have received an unannounced inspection.
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Nordic Tyres & GB Tyres further expand sales team
Nordic Tyres and GB Tyres have further expanded their team with the appointment of a new Business Development Manager, Andy Bray. Located in Lincolnshire, Andy will be covering the south-east of England for Nordic Tyres and GB Tyres.
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Import duties: Thailand-produced car tyres may make US market gains
The United States Department of Commerce has released the results of its anti-dumping review of imported passenger car and light truck tyres (PCR) made in Thailand. The result of the re-examination investigation is consistent with the preliminary one and its good news for Thai tyre manufacturing plants. The release of the result also means PCR products produced in Thailand are expected to enter the United States market in large quantities soon.
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European Commission clears Pirelli’s Saudi JV
The European Commission has approved the creation of a joint venture by Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. of Italy and the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) under the EU Merger Regulation.
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Timing is key for 2024 motorcycling season
We’ve done Covid-19 and grown used to rising energy prices. Now it’s 2024, and our crise du jour involves an important sea lane and those intent on disrupting its navigation. The situation is making itself felt in many parts of the tyre business, including the two-wheeler tyre segment.
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Vaculug names Stevens to head of field operations
Vaculug has promoted Kelly Stevens to the role of head of fleet operations. Stevens has been a key member of the Vaculug team for nearly four years following a combined total of 15 years at Tructyre and ATS Euromaster.
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