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‘The power of pressure’ Trelleborg at BASF Demo Day
11th August 2025At the recent BASF Demo Day, held at Hurcott Farm, Trelleborg Tires showcased the benefits of its advanced VF (Very High Flexion) tyre technology through a live in-field demonstration. The event, hosted by Mark, Sue, and Andrew Doble, who manage the Hurcott Farm, offered the ideal setting to engage directly with farmers and contractors, and to demonstrate how the right tyre pressure can have a measurable impact on productivity, soil protection, and tyre longevity.
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JK Tyre: Increased Q1 FY26 sales & profit
8th August 2025JK Tyre & Industries (JK Tyre) has announced a solid start to FY2026, with consolidated revenues for the quarter ended 30 June 2025 rising 11 per cent year-on-year to Rs 38.91 billion (£331 million / $454 million), supported by healthy domestic demand in both the replacement and OEM segments.
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T&A interviews Point S International CEO Fabien Bouquet
In an ever-evolving automotive aftermarket, the tyre retail industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Tyres & Accessories recently sat down with Fabien Bouquet, CEO of Point S International, to reflect on the past two decades of market transformation. From shifting profit models to the complexities of stock management and the impact of global trade dynamics, Bouquet offers a compelling perspective on how independent tyre dealers can navigate this changing landscape. The focus is
Continue ReadingYokohama TWS considering Mexico amongst post-Spartanburg tyre production locations
In February we reported that Yokohama TWS North America intended to permanently close its Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA facility, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing made with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce. That WARN notice cited 19 April as the closure date and stated that the move will affect 90 jobs.
Continue ReadingNTDA awards finalists named
The NTDA has announced the finalists for its 2025 Tyre Industry Awards, which will be presented at a ceremony sponsored by Sailun Tyres for the 12th consecutive year during the association’s 96th annual dinner on Thursday 9 October at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Milton Keynes. The dinner is, once again, sponsored by long-standing NTDA supplier member, and Tyre Industry Awards supporter, Maritime Cargo Services.
Continue ReadingWe deeply apologize – Japanese authorities chastise Dunlop for pricing activities
The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has concluded its investigation into allegations that Dunlop Tire Corporation set minimum retail prices for its Dunlop Synchro Weather all-season car tyre, an activity prohibited under the country’s Antimonopoly Act. Although the investigation identified occurrences of retail price maintenance, the JFTC did not find the Sumitomo Rubber Industries subsidiary guilty. Instead, it resolved the matter through a commitment procedure, a framework that allows Dun
Continue ReadingAnti-dumping: UK introduces new China truck/bus tyre duty rates
Anti-dumping duties will be applied to truck and bus tyres imported from China, but not entirely in the manner recommended by the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA). These revised measures take effect today.
Continue ReadingT&A interviews Point S International CEO Fabien Bouquet
In an ever-evolving automotive aftermarket, the tyre retail industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Tyres & Accessories recently sat down with Fabien Bouquet, CEO of Point S International, to reflect on the past two decades of market transformation. From shifting profit models to the complexities of stock management and the impact of global trade dynamics, Bouquet offers a compelling perspective on how independent tyre dealers can navigate this changing landscape. The focus is
Continue ReadingYokohama TWS considering Mexico amongst post-Spartanburg tyre production locations
In February we reported that Yokohama TWS North America intended to permanently close its Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA facility, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing made with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce. That WARN notice cited 19 April as the closure date and stated that the move will affect 90 jobs.
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