Tyre News
The latest news, views and reviews on what's happening in the tyre industry
29 Apr 2009
Goodyear confident of the rewards of Innovation
Even during tough economic conditions Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. are confident that "the market continues to reward innovation."
Michelin has proudly reported that it has been selected as the OE tyre supplier for the new Porsche Panamera, a 4 door saloon to compete with the likes of the Jaguar XFR and the Aston Martin Rapide. The Panamera will ride on Michelin Pilot Sports or Michelin Pilot Alpin, depending on season.
23 Apr 2009
Michelin joins the "Clean Air Green Tour"
Michelin North America has partnered with the ?Clean Air Green Tour? to promote the benefits of environmentally friendly products.
22 Apr 2009
Auto Zeitung Magazine rates Continental Tyre top
German Magazine Auto Zeitung (issue 09/09) has rated the ContiCrossContact UHP top in a recent off road tyre test against products from other European, American, Japanese and Korean tyre manufacturers.
22 Apr 2009
Avon tyres to supply "Blood Bikes"
Avon Tyres has agreed to supply Storm-ST motorcycle tyres to the charity Freewheelers Emergency Volunteer Service, a west country emergency out-of-hours medical transport service.
21 Apr 2009
Kumho wins "Best Buy" recommendation
US magazine Consumer Digest has awarded the Kumho Solus KR21 and Ecsta STX tyres ?best buy? recommendations.
21 Apr 2009
Michelin Marks its return to Le Mans
On April 19th Michelin marked its return to Le Mans, motor cycling's Endurance World Championship, after an 8 year absence, delivering a one-two finish.
20 Apr 2009
Dunlop Sport OE on Euro Spec Nissan GT-R
The Dunlop SP Sport 600 DSST rolled into the UK connecting the European Spec Nissan GT-R with the road.
Michelin has announced that they will be supplying the Energy MXV8 tyre for the recently launched Honda V6.
15 Apr 2009
Toyo Proxes Ne Eco Tyre Unveiled
The Proxes Ne which is to launched by Toyo Tires Europe utilizes "Ecocircle" recycled polyester ply, developed by Teijin Fibers Limited, and which is said to be a world first.