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The Advantage Control HT tire features a redesigned tread pattern, designed for a quieter, smoother ride. The Advantage Control HT tire also boasts improved braking distances – in both wet and dry conditions – and a 10% improvement in tread life compared with its predecessor, the Advantage Sport LT tire.

In response to the Section 232 and Reciprocal Tariffs, Sumitomo Rubber North America will increase prices on select products by up to 25% on Passenger & Light Truck, and up to 10% on Commercial Truck and Motorcycle products in the US and Canada. The price changes will take effect May 1st, 2025, pending further U.S. Government announcements. 

Vehicle electrification presents new challenges for OEMs and suppliers, including increased vehicle weight, higher pre-loads, battery range anxiety and additional noise awareness impacting driver and passenger comfort. Vibracoustic engineers drew upon the decades-long NVH expertise and developed a number of solutions for a premium electric pick-up truck which support different aspects of the NVH performance and increase the overall comfort of the vehicle.

High-end light solutions and their contribution to better safety and improved driver experience will be at the forefront of Continental’s presentation at Auto Shanghai from April 23 to May 2, 2025, in China. The technology company will showcase its full range of scalable automotive light solutions, from low-cost options like the Headlamp Control Module (HCM) Air control unit to high-performant software functions like automatic leveling of the low-beam mode, to unique premium solutions like the new near-field projection based on laser beam scanning (LBS).

In the rapidly growing electric vehicle market, improved battery performance with shorter charging times, maximum temperature resistance and a longer battery life are key factors for success. To meet these demands, OEMs in Europe and the United States need materials that also comply with stricter national and international environmental standards. One high-performance material for such applications comes from the elastomer material group. Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has successfully developed a material that outperforms thermoplastics in the event of thermal runaway and takes battery applications in e-mobility to an entirely new level.

Cambodia has achieved a significant milestone in its agricultural sector, earning 114.9 million U.S. dollars from the export of natural rubber latex in the first quarter of 2025. This marks a 14.4 percent increase compared to the same period last year, when the revenue stood at 100.4 million dollars.

Trelleborg Tires has announced an exciting extension to its TM800 ProgressiveTraction® range, introducing new sizes designed to enhance performance for mid- to high-horsepower tractors. This latest innovation aims to meet the evolving demands of modern agricultural operations.

RPM International Inc. has announced its financial results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter, ending February 28, 2025. The company reported sales of $1.48 billion, marking a 3.0% decrease compared to the same period last year.

Net income for the quarter was $52.0 million, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.40. Despite the decline in sales, RPM managed to generate $91.5 million in cash from operating activities, the second-highest third-quarter amount in the company’s history.