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The 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.

This initiative, led by Supercar Ron, combines the thrill of high-performance vehicles with the power of giving back. At the heart of the campaign is the “Full Throttle for Wishes Giveaway,” where participants can enter for a chance to win a fully-loaded ROUSH-supercharged F-150 Nitemare, equipped with Continental ExtremeContact DWS-06 Plus. All proceeds from the giveaway will benefit Make-A-Wish®, helping to grant wishes for children facing critical health challenges.

Polymer Industry Cluster (PIC) announced five additional innovation projects that will receive funding supported as part of the Greater Akron Polymer Innovation Hub through the Ohio Department of Development Innovation Hub program.

For the third straight year, Yokohama Tire has renewed its partnership with Tread Lightly! and will again be an official partner of the renowned U.S-based nonprofit organization that’s dedicated to promoting responsible outdoor recreation through stewardship and educational programs.

The Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Design for Recycling® (DFR) Award. Known as ReMA’s highest honor, the DFR Award began more than 30 years ago and encourages manufacturers to account for a product’s end-of-life by considering what else it can become, during the design-stage of a product’s development.

Yokohama Rubber has been participating as a cooperating corporation since the project was launched in 2020 and since 2024 has been studying the effect of pesticides selected through a screening process on the quality of natural rubber. Field evaluations on large plantations have confirmed that properly applied pesticides do not negatively affect rubber’s properties nor the properties of vulcanized rubber

Aachen, Germany – HEXPOL Rubber Compounding announced a significant step toward strengthening its global identity byrenaming 9 of its production

Bridgestone announced its annual “United by What Really Matters” national campaign raised more than $2.4 million for United Way of Greater Nashville, United Way of Summit & Medina, and United Way of Greater Cleveland. All funds will support the United Way’s network of organizations providing essential services and programs in three areas of Bridgestone operations.

Nokian Tyres is the global expert in extreme driving conditions – born and tested in the North. And if anyone understands what it means to master snow, ice, tough conditions and pressure, it’s the Iceman himself.

Nokian Tyres and Kimi Räikkönen have joined forces to elevate the Finnish brand’s global presence and amplify its international recognition.

In a development that industry analysts say could reshape the company’s regional strategy, SRI confirmed it has secured exclusive rights to use the DUNLOP trademark for tires, tubes, and flaps in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. The rights, long held under a sub-licence by Continental Tyre Malaysia, will transfer fully to SRI on January 1, 2026. While the agreement excludes aircraft and winter tires