The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it has begun supplying its BluEarth-Van RY55 tires as original equipment (OE) to Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. for use on the automaker’s new commercial-use mini-BEV (battery electric vehicle), e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai, which were launched in Japan in February 2026. The e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai are being equipped with 145/80R12 86/84N LT size tires.
Read MoreSeoul, South Korea – NEXEN TIRE has announced that its premium sport performance tire, the N’FERA Sport, has been selected
Read MoreThe U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) released its February 2026 shipment forecast, projecting a modest increase in total tire shipments across the U.S. market compared with the prior year. According to the association’s latest data, total shipments are expected to reach 338.9 million units in 2026, up from 336.3 million units in 2025 and from 332.7 million recorded in 2019. The expected total would surpass the previous high of 337.3 million units in 2024, underscoring continued growth in the sector.
Read MoreContinental expects higher earnings in 2026 despite a continued volatile environment, driven by strong growth in the business for 18-inch-plus premium tires, an anticipated decline in the prices of raw materials and a projected recovery in industrial markets in the second half of the year. The company also expects positive effects from the measures taken to improve earnings, particularly in ContiTech. At the same time, the economic environment remains challenging due to ongoing trade barriers, among other factors. Overall, Continental expects consolidated sales of around €17.3 billion to €18.9 billion and an adjusted EBIT margin of around 11.0 to 12.5 percent. Adjusted free cash flow is expected to be around €0.8 billion to €1.2 billion.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that it has begun supplying its BluEarth-XT AE61 tires as original equipment (OE) for GAC Trumpchi’s new M8 plug-in hybrid minivan model that was launched in China in November 2025. The tire size is 225/60R18 104V.
Read MoreAs of 1 January 2026, HB-Therm has appointed Arburg as a second distributor for its entire product range in Spain. With the headquarters of the Spanish subsidiary in Arganda del Rey, south-east of Madrid, and a further location in Montcada i Reixach (Barcelona), Arburg will further strengthen HB-Therm’s market presence in Spain.
Read MoreBASF has expanded production capacity for dispersions at its site in Durban, South Africa, strengthening the company’s ability to supply customers with high-quality dispersions used in architectural coatings, construction materials and the paper industry. The significant capacity increase ensures supply reliability, enabling BASF to support customer growth plans more effectively.
Read MoreContinental was once again named “Tire Manufacturer of the Year” at this year’s Tire Technology Awards for Innovation and Excellence. The independent jury cited the company’s introduction of new tire technologies, innovative measuring methods and continuous improvements to its production processes as setting new industry benchmarks. Continental also received the “Environmental Achievement of the Year – Manufacturing” award for the work it has done to reduce water withdrawal per metric ton of product in its tire production. The awards were presented by an independent panel of experts during the Tire Technology Expo on March 3 in Hanover. Launched in 2008, the awards are considered among the most important independent honors in the international tire industry. Continental has now been voted “Manufacturer of the Year” five times, including last year.
Read MoreComerio Ercole S.p.A. has been awarded the Tire Manufacturing Innovation of the Year Award at the 2026 Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence, held during the Tire Technology Expo in Hannover.
The prestigious honor recognizes significant technological advancements in calendering and mixing processes within the tire manufacturing industry. Comerio earned the award for its ZEUS® calendering line, a next-generation system engineered to enhance process stability, precision, productivity, and long-term industrial performance for tire producers worldwide.
Read MoreBrenntag announced a new distribution agreement with Nanum, a company specializing in the industrial-scale production of nanomaterials, to offer nanotechnology-based solutions in the market. This partnership complements Brenntag’s portfolio of specialty products and reinforces its commitment to bringing innovation and new technologies to various sectors.
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