News about tires

Michelin to close two tire factories in France

Michelin will close two tire factories in France. The company told 1,254 workers at the Cholet and Vannes plants that production will stop by early 2026.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 5, 2024, 3:03 p.m.
Nokian to add birch bark to tyres

Nokian Tyres has teamed up with Swedish company Reselo AB to make tires more eco-friendly. The two firms will work together to develop Reselo Rubber, a new material made from leftover birch bark.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 13, 2024, 9:33 a.m.
Michelin has spent three years developing tires specifically for the AMG GT

Michelin took three years to create special tires for the new Mercedes-AMG GT. The Tyre Reviews YouTube channel visited Michelin's testing grounds in Ladoux, France, to find out what it took for engineers to develop the Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 tire.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 2, 2024, 6:03 p.m.
Goodyear Launches New Assurance WeatherReady 2 Tire

Goodyear has rolled out a new all-season tire for everyday drivers. The company's latest offering, the Assurance WeatherReady 2, fits most cars on the road today.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 26, 2024, 8:52 a.m.
Goodyear invests in electric vehicle tyre production in Canada

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is expanding and modernizing its tire factory in Napanee, Ontario, to produce tires for electric vehicles (EVs) and the all-terrain market.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 14, 2024, 2:11 p.m.
Jaguar Land Rover is the first carmaker to use Pirelli's FSC-certified tires on a large scale across its vehicle portfolio

JLR and Pirelli are teaming up to use natural rubber tyres that are FSC-certified across JLR's luxury vehicle range. The partnership will make JLR the first car company to use these eco-friendly tyres on a large scale.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 12, 2024, 10:07 a.m.
BMW and Pirelli develop innovative winter tire for 7 Series

BMW Group and Pirelli have worked together to unveil new 20-inch P Zero Winter 2 tires for the BMW 7 Series which focus on range capabilities.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 5, 2024, 1:49 p.m.
BFGoodrich Introduces New All-Terrain T/A KO3 Tire

BFGoodrich replaced its most iconic off-road tire, the KO2, with the new KO3. The successor has a new tread pattern with better wear characteristics and snow traction.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 2, 2024, 6:03 p.m.
Goodyear introduced Wrangler DuraTrac RT all-season tire for snow and off-road use

Goodyear has announced a new addition to its Wrangler lineup, an upgraded version of the DuraTrac series called DuraTrac RT. Aimed at light trucks and SUVs, the DuraTrac RT is billed as an all-season, all-terrain tire that balances durability and off-road grip with on-road usability.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 26, 2023, 10:46 a.m.
Wrangler Boulder MT is the latest addition to Goodyear's lineup of hard-working tires

Goodyear's family of Wrangler all-terrain tires has a new addition. This is the new Wrangler Boulder MT, which features an aggressive tread pattern and three-ply Duraply Technology to protect the sidewalls whether you are traversing rocky terrain or muddy trails.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 22, 2023, 10:42 a.m.
Pirelli P Zero AS Plus 3 promises all-season performance specifically for North America

As you know, all-season tires are popular in North America. And Pirelli says it has something to offer in this case, even if you want to maintain maximum performance.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 18, 2023, 10:53 a.m.
2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse shares track-ready Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires with Pagani Utopia

Pony cars and exotics may appear worlds apart, but the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse and the Pagani Utopia have an unexpected commonality that sets them apart from the rest. Both these high-performance vehicles are equipped with the exceptional Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires, which were showcased at the 2023 Goodwood Festival Of Speed.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 18, 2023, 10:50 a.m.
Aston Martin's upcoming EV will feature Pirelli Cyber Tires that can communicate with the vehicle's computer

Aston Martin plans to launch four electric vehicles (EVs) in the coming years, with the first one expected to arrive in 2025. The first Aston Martin electric model will use Pirelli's Cyber Tire system, which features sensors in the tires that communicate with the vehicle's computers.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 17, 2023, 10:12 a.m.
The new generation of Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires are specially designed for super high performance cars

Pirelli presents the P Zero Trofeo RS: the latest version of the semi-slick tyre that is designed for carmakers aiming to highlight the performance of their most sporting models. One example is Pagani Automobili, which was the first to request a specific version of the new tyre for the Utopia; its latest hypercar.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 10, 2023, 11:43 a.m.
The new BFGoodrich T/A Pursuit tire is designed specifically for American law enforcement vehicles

BFGoodrich has developed a new tire, called the BFGoodrich Elite-Force T/A, specifically designed for law enforcement vehicles. The tire is built to endure the demanding conditions faced by police cars during high-speed pursuits, varied terrains, sharp turns, and sudden stops.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 23, 2023, 10:40 a.m.
Hankook Tire and Kumho Petrochemical Partner to Develop Eco-Friendly Tires

Hankook Tire has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kumho Petrochemical Co. to collaborate on the development of eco-friendly tires. The partnership aims to leverage eco solution-polymerized Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (Eco-SSBR) to create more sustainable and environmentally friendly tire products.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 1, 2023, 2:43 p.m.
Tyre maker Michelin sells its activities in Russia

Michelin has decided to sell its industrial activities in Russia, Michelin Russia Tyre Manufacturing Company (MRTMC) LLC and Camso CIS LLC, to Power International Tires LLC. The decision comes after Michelin suspended its industrial operations in Russia due to the Russian invasion in Ukraine back in Frbruary 2022.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 26, 2023, 3:28 p.m.
Continental Sells Plant in Russia, Marking Controlled Withdrawal from Russian Market

In response to the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine, Continental AG, the technology company specializing in automotive components, has announced the sale of its plant in Kaluga, Russia.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 23, 2023, 4:45 p.m.
Bridgestone Turanza EV Grand Touring Tire for Electric Vehicles Makes World Debut at Electrify Expo

Bridgestone Corporation, a renowned tire manufacturer with a rich history dating back to the early 1930s, has introduced its first tire specifically designed for electric vehicles (EVs). The debut of the Turanza EV tire took place in Southern California, where Bridgestone showcased its cutting-edge technologies catered to Tesla and Ford EV drivers.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 22, 2023, 1:51 p.m.
Michelin Recalls 542,000 Light Truck Tires in U.S. over Lack of Traction in Snow

More than 542,000 light truck tires in the U.S. are being recalled by Michelin as they lack sufficient traction to function in all snowy conditions.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 21, 2023, 12:58 p.m.

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