Bridgestone announced the launch of the new Potenza Sport EVO tire, the next evolution of the acclaimed Potenza Sport tire, engineered for responsive steering, extended longevity, and confident wet performance. Building on the success of its predecessor, the Potenza Sport EVO tire integrates ENLITEN™ Technology, featuring an advanced tread compound engineered to help resist premature and irregular wear, combined with responsive steering.
Read MorePiXARGUS has taken a new strategic step to grow in the European plastics and rubber market by expanding its sales network on the Iberian Peninsula. Newly on board as sales representative is Comercial Douma – a technology service provider with in-depth knowledge of the extrusion industry and a strong network across Spain.
Read MoreShorter throughput times, lower error rates and more efficient use of skilled labor are key success factors for control cabinet and machine manufacturers. With their new partnership, LEIBINGER and KOMAX now offer a wire processing solution designed to address exactly these challenges: the powerful ZETA 620 G2 combines automated processing with integrated CIJ marking, helping manufacturers streamline operations and increase productivity.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announces its plan to build two new mining & construction machinery tire plants, one in India and the other in Mexico. The construction of the new plants is a follow-up to Yokohama Rubber’s February 2025 acquisition of the OTR (off-the-road) tire business of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, and OTR tire production acquired from Goodyear will be transferred to the new plants. Yokohama Rubber also plans to install new production equipment at the plants to expand their production capacity for giant (ultra-large) OTR tires.
Read MoreDunlop Tires North America served as the Official Tire of Air|Water on April 25, joining one of the most distinctive celebrations of Porsche automotive culture in North America.
Held in Southern California, Air|Water brought together more than 1,000 vehicles and thousands of spectators for a curated event celebrating the full evolution of Porsche
Read MoreThe U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) has announced the election of David Cichocki, Managing Director, Americas, and Chief Sales Officer, Americas Consumer, at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, to its Board of Directors. Cichocki joined Goodyear in early 2026, where he is responsible for overseeing the Americas region and leading the Americas Consumer sales business, driving operational excellence and performance for the company. He brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across industrial and consumer goods companies to the USTMA Board of Directors.
Read MoreEurope’s retreading industry is under pressure: three quarters of participants in a recent international industry survey describe the current state of retreading as “critical” or “declining”. According to respondents, the main reason is the increasing price pressure caused by cheap new tire imports. A clear majority is therefore calling for stronger political support for sustainable tire solutions such as retreading. The results of the survey will be presented publicly for the first time by the Alliance for Future Tyres (AZuR) on 10 June at THE TIRE COLOGNE 2026. You can find the AZuR booth in Hall 7.1 / C031 B038.
Read MoreHeld under the theme of “Tread Boldly: Advancing Tire Recycling Through Collective Innovation,” the conference brings together manufacturers, distributors, retailers, recyclers, researchers, government leaders and environmental advocates who share a commitment to scaling proven ELT applications and unlocking new end-use demand. The diversity of stakeholders, spanning the full length and breadth of the ELT value chain, reflects the cross-sector collaboration the conference has championed throughout its more than 20-year history.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced its business and financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 (January–March 2026). Sales revenue increased 10.4% over the same period of the previous year, to ¥303.8 billion; business profit increased 84.6%, to ¥44.4 billion; operating profit increased 34.5%, to ¥26.0 billion; and profit attributable to owners of the parent increased 72.6%, to ¥14.7 billion. Sales revenue and business profit reached new highs for a first quarter. Business profit margin also rose to a record high of 14.6%.
Read MoreThe Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) announced that registration is now open for the 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference, taking place October 5–7 in Orlando, Florida.
Attendees will have access to CPI’s in-person Professional Development Program, a dynamic keynote presentation, and a robust technical agenda featuring paper and poster sessions. The conference will highlight groundbreaking achievements through the prestigious Innovation Award program and will include the release of the 2025 End-Use Market Survey on the Polyurethanes Industry in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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