Continental Tires Americas announced that their HDR 5 and HSR 5 19.5” tires are now available in size 245/70R19.5.
The size extension for both tires is designed to meet the needs of urban and regional fleets operating in high scrub environments, where dependable performance in stop-and-go conditions is essential.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it has begun supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment to Lexus for use on the new RZ SUV-type battery electric vehicle (BEV), which was launched in North America in November 2025 after undergoing a partial redesign. The tire size is 235/50R20 100V. For the new RZ model launched in Japan, Yokohama Rubber continues to supply the ADVAN V61 as it did for the previous model.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that, together with the Surat Thani branch of the Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT), it held a seminar event in December 2025 to help Thai natural rubber farmers improve the quality and productivity of their natural rubber. Fifty farm households in the Surat Thani area participated in the event, which has now been held ten times since the first one in 2020. Yokohama Rubber later provided fertilizer developed using RAOT’s expertise to the participants free of charge.
Read MoreThe Supervisory Board of Semperit AG Holding has extended Gerfried Eder’s term on the Executive Board ahead of schedule for a period of 3 years until June 30, 2029. Gerfried Eder, who has been with the company since 2000, has been a member of Semperit’s Executive Board as Chief Industrial Officer (CIO) since July 1, 2023. In this role, he is responsible for the Industrial Applications (SIA) division, which includes hydraulic and industrial hoses and profiles.
Read MoreThe Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announces that its global flagship brand ADVAN tires are featured as equipment on the vehicle used in “Gymkhana: Aussie Shred,” the latest installment of the Gymkhana car stunt film series. The film was released on the official YouTube channel of Hoonigan Media Machine, the production company, on December 9, and has attracted much attention, surpassing 5.3 million views within a week.
Read MoreDow and USA Luge announced they are advancing their long-standing technical collaboration with a renewed focus on gold this winter. Since 2007, Dow’s cutting-edge materials science and engineering expertise has helped USA Luge push the boundaries of sled performance. During that time, the team has secured over 100 World Cup and World Championship medals, along with historic Olympic Winter Game podium finishes.
Read MoreThe Supervisory Board of Continental AG appointed Christian Kötz as new chief executive officer and chairman of the Executive Board effective January 1, 2026. Nikolai Setzer will step down from the Executive Board by mutual agreement on December 31, 2025, after more than 16 years as a board member and five years as CEO. This step comes as planned on the back of the significant progress made with Continental’s realignment and transformation into a pure-play tire company.
Read MoreMembers of the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) gathered for the organization’s 7th General Assembly, marking a landmark year of progress in collective responsibility, accountability, and member-driven sustainability across the natural rubber value chain.
Read MoreThe Tire Recycling Foundation (TRF) is now accepting nominations for its inaugural Tire Recycling Foundation Circle of Change Awards. The Circle of Change Awards will honor organizations, teams, and individuals who are advancing tire recycling technologies, expanding end-use markets, and demonstrating leadership in sustainability and circular economy principles. Nominations open today, December 15, and applications will be accepted through February 8, 2026.
Read MoreAmca, a Los Angeles-based aerospace and defense company, has acquired Aerospace Control Products, Inc. (ACPI) of Davenport, Iowa, adding custom pressure measurement to its growing focus on hydraulics. Amca acquires legacy suppliers and equips them to rapidly design, qualify, and manufacture components that reduce supply chain risk across the industry.
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