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European Commission sees no ‘…need to review provisions’ in Apollo Vredestein, Enschede tyre factory closure case

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On 5 May 2025, Tom Berendsen, the Dutch leader of the Christian Democratic Appeal in the European Parliament, submitted three written questions suggesting that “Apollo Vredestein workers fall victim to inadequate State aid rules”. On 18 June, Teresa Ribera, the First Executive Vice-President for Clean, Just and Competitive Transition in the European Commission under President Ursula von der Leyen officially answered.

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  1. Apollo Tyres to close Netherlands factory
  2. Apollo to build new tyre warehouse in Enschede
  3. Apollo Vredestein ‘scaling back’ European production
  4. Larger Vredestein tyres from Enschede plant
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Year-round travel: Auto Bild test all-season tyres on motorhomes

We’ve seen the rise in popularity of all-season car tyres. More recently the trend has spread to 4x4s and SUVs. But what about motorhomes? A recent test by Auto Bild Reisemobil (Issue 7/2025) evaluated nine all-season 245/45 R18 tyres, including premium brands like Pirelli, Michelin, and Continental, alongside lower cost options from Triangle and Rotalla.

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  1. 19 finalists chosen for 2015 AutoBild winter tyre test
  2. 3 tyres rated ‘exemplary’ in Auto Bild’s winter tyre test
  3. Auto Bild votes Michelin & Pirelli its top cold weather tyre makers
  4. All-season tyres? Test recommends it pays to think big
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Fisichella renews Vredestein brand ambassador role

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Alongside the deal to extend its 1000 Miglia support, Apollo Tyres has confirmed that former Formula 1 star and three-time grand prix winner Giancarlo Fisichella will continue as Vredestein brand ambassador until at least August 2026. Fisichella started his ambassadorial role in 2024, and has contributed to the testing and development of high-performance Vredestein tyres, including the award-winning Ultrac Pro.

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  1. Giancarlo Fisichella a Vredestein ambassador
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  3. Apollo’s European turnover significantly up
  4. Apollo appoints J. Walter Thompson as global creative agency
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Apollo Tyres extends 1000 Miglia partnership to rally’s centenary celebration

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Apollo Tyres will support the 1000 Miglia classic car rally in Italy until at least 2027 when the event celebrates its centenary year. Promoting its flagship European tyre brand, Vredestein, Apollo will supply vintage tyres from its Vredestein Classic tyre range, one of the most diverse on the market, as well as receiving branding support at the 1000 Miglia and Coppa delle Alpi and the 1000 Miglia Experience Italy.

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  1. Former F1 driver Jochen Mass becomes Vredestein brand ambassador
  2. Vredestein expands Hellendoorn rally brand partnership
  3. Vredestein to Debut UHP Winter Range at Reifen 2010
  4. Vredestein tyres fitted on Eagle E-types models
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Volkswagen fits Vredestein performance winter tyre on Tiguan SUV

The Volkswagen Group selected the Vredestein Wintrac Pro high performance winter tyre as original equipment (OE) for its Tiguan SUV in Europe. Apollo Tyres will supply the award-winning Vredestein Wintrac Pro in size 215/65 R17 99H for fitment on Tiguan models rolling off the Group’s production line in Wolfsburg, Germany. This is the latest in a series of OE supply agreements that Apollo Tyres has secured with major car manufacturers, strengthening the Netherlands-based tyre brand’s position within the European OE segment. Wintrac Pro tyres will also be available on the replacement market.

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  1. Vredestein tyres OE on VW Golf 8
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Apollo appoints Vintage Tyres as UK Vredestein distributor

Apollo Tyres Ltd has signed a distribution agreement with Vintage Tyres for the supply of Vredestein classic car tyres in the UK. Vintage Tyres, which is reportedly the UK’s leading supplier of period-correct tyres for classic vehicles, will supply Vredestein products to trade customers – including tyre retailers, fitters and restoration firms – while also continuing direct sales to retail customers.

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  1. Vredestein adverts to appear pitch-side at Manchester United
  2. Apollo Tyres names new UK sales manager
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Vredestein Wintrac Pro OE for VW Tiguan

The Volkswagen Group has selected the Vredestein Wintrac Pro high-performance winter tyre as original equipment for its Tiguan SUV in Europe. Apollo Tyres Ltd will supply the Wintrac Pro in size 215/65 R17 99H for fitment on Tiguan models manufactured in Wolfsburg, Germany. To further support Volkswagen customers throughout the ownership cycle, Wintrac Pro tyres will be available on the replacement market.

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  1. Vredestein UHP winter tyre delivers improved durability, handling and safety
  2. 19 finalists chosen for 2015 AutoBild winter tyre test
  3. Volkswagen selects Falken Ziex ZE914A Ecorun as OEM tyre for Tiguan
  4. Vredestein tyres OE on VW Golf 8
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45% of drivers buy tyres without knowing their tyre label data

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A survey commissioned by Apollo Tyres Ltd has found that nearly half (45%) of motorists are buying replacement tyres without understanding the tyre label. The survey polled 1,000 motorists in the UK and identified that only 16 per cent were informed by their tyre retailer – in-store or online – about the relevance and importance of these ratings during their last purchase. That is the lowest level among the eight European countries surveyed, which had an average of 34 per cent.

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  1. Measuring tread depth at speed possible with new Apollo Vredestein facility
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  4. UK drivers better at tyre pressure checks, but worse than Europeans at tread depth
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Additional Vredestein Traxion tyres launched for Claas Arion Tractor series

Apollo Tyres Ltd reports that it is expanding its collaboration with Claas by introducing 14 new sizes of Vredestein Traxion tyres for the Arion 500 and 600 midrange tractors.

Vredestein tyres have long been available for larger Claas tractors, including Axion 800 and 900 models manufactured in Le Mans, France, and the Xerion range produced in Harsewinkel, Germany. Expanding the Traxion range for Arion 500 and 600 models addresses reported “strong demand from end users for Vredestein tyres across a diverse range of Claas equipment”.

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  1. New XL press in Enschede: Apollo Vredestein begins 5-year agri investment programme
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  3. 19 finalists chosen for 2015 AutoBild winter tyre test
  4. Jon Cottrell joins Vredestein UK
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Growth for Vredestein Ultrac Pro range

A further 54 size options have joined the Vredestein Ultrac Pro line-up, boosting the number of dimensions available in the UK to 60. Manufacturer Apollo Tyres has extended the ultra-ultra-high-performance (UUHP) summer tyre range further into 18- to 22-inch rim diameter territory, complementing existing options for rims up to 24-inches.

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  1. Spring 2024 debut for UUHP segment Vredestein Ultrac Pro
  2. Amtel-Vredestein N.V. Declared Bankrupt
  3. Paper: Apollo Tyres to Pay $300 million for Vredestein
  4. Reports: Michelin to Sell Apollo Stake
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Deutz-Fahr Series 6 tractors to fit Vredestein Traxion tyres

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Agricultural equipment manufacturer SDF Group has selected Vredestein Traxion tyres as original equipment for its popular range of Deutz-Fahr Series 6 tractors. The tyre features a curved lug design, with extra rubber in the centre for optimal on-road comfort and high wear resistance. Its non-parallel lugs diverge towards the shoulder of the tread, increasing traction and self-cleaning capabilities in the field. Deutz-Fahr announced its new Vredestein OE partnership with Apollo Tyres at Bologna’s EIMA 2024 trade fair.

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  1. Vredestein making headway in competitive agri segment
  2. Vredestein expands Traxion 65 tractor tyre range to 19 sizes
  3. More hours & traction: Vredestein Traxion 70
  4. Vredestein tyres for Fendt Gen7 tractors
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Apollo Tyres to expand PCR capacity by almost 10%

Although Apollo Tyres’ capital expenditure won’t reach its targeted level of Rs 10 billion (£92.2 million) during the 2025 financial year, it’ll be a different story when the new year begins on 1 April. In addition to confirming that FY25 CapEx will only “be around” Rs 7 billion to Rs 8 billion (£64.5 million to £73.7 million), during an investor conference call on 7 February Chief Financial Officer Gaurav also mentioned that the tyre maker intends to significantly raise CapEx for FY26 and shared details of specific projects.

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  1. Apollo Tyres: Tech-driven capacity growth
  2. Apollo Tyres opens €475 million greenfield Hungarian plant
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  4. Apollo Tyres: Netherlands car tyre production down, but not out
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Apollo Tyres showing Vredestein adverts at La Liga football matches

Apollo Tyres is set to show Vredestein adverts on pitch-side LED boards at La Liga, one of the world’s most prestigious football leagues, further boosting brand visibility and awareness in Spain. The agreement runs through the remainder of the current 2024/25 season and will see Vredestein branding feature at 28 matches across multiple stadiums, commencing on 19 January during the Girona vs Sevilla game.

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  1. Vredestein adverts to appear pitch-side at Manchester United
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  3. Apollo Vredestein participating in rubber-alternative research
  4. Vredestein sponsors AS Monaco
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Vredestein extends summer tyre mileage by up to 30% with new Ultrac+

Apollo Tyres will launch the new Vredestein Ultrac+ summer tyre in January 2025, with a dramatic improvement in longevity over the outgoing Ultrac. Apollo says the new tyre delivers an increase in mileage of “up to 30 per cent” and a 3 per cent improvement in rolling resistance while maintaining its predecessor’s highly rated comfort and competitive wet and dry handling capabilities. The new Vredestein Ultrac+ range will extend to 70 different sizes between 15 and 20 inches, targeting a wide selection of family and compact cars.

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  1. Vredestein launches Ultrac summer tyre – 15% better performance
  2. Vredestein to launch Ultrac Pro UHP car tyre in spring 2024
  3. Vredestein to launch Ultrac Pro UUHP tyre in spring
  4. Conserving costs, maximising business: Apollo Tyres’ response to the coronavirus pandemic
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Big is beautiful – Vredestein shares slurry tanker tyre test results

Samson Agro and Apollo Tyres have completed an in-depth tyre test in Denmark to explore ways to enhance the efficiency of organic fertiliser handling. This collaborative study examined five different sizes of Vredestein slurry tanker tyre, evaluating their impact on fuel consumption, soil compaction, and overall performance in both field and road conditions.

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  1. Vredestein goes digital in Farming Simulator 22
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  4. European, Indian connections benefitting Vredestein
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