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Petlas has expanded passenger car tires portfolio with the launch of Prestige Sport pattern, a new ultra-high performance summer tire developed for drivers who expect precise handling, confident grip, and stability at high speeds. Available in 17 to 22 inch sizes, Prestige Sport is designed to meet the demands of modern performance-oriented passenger vehicles and SUV.

Petlas has expanded its summer tire portfolio with the introduction of the new Prime Comfort pattern, now available in 15”, 16”, and 17” sizes. Developed for passenger cars, Prime Comfort is designed to deliver a smooth, quiet, and well-balanced driving experience.

WF Recycle-Tech announces that Farrel Pomini, a member of Hf Group, has acquired majority ownership of the company, increasing its stake from a minority ownership position established in 2021. This milestone further strengthens the collaboration and accelerates the global commercialization of WF Recycle-Tech’s patented tire pyrolysis technology.

Join AMAP for their 2026 March Educational Workshop at the Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, this March 9-11. This event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and organizations in the industry while gaining valuable insights from educational sessions led by renowned industry experts.

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announces that it obtained a “Certificate of Rubber Fender Test Environment” on January 23, 2026, after passing the rigorous examination under the “Rubber Fender Testing Environment Certification Program” conducted by Japan’s Specialists Center of Port and Airport Engineering (SCOPE). The certificate is proof that Yokohama Rubber conducts testing of marine rubber fenders manufactured and sold by the Company in a reliable environment using a system that prevents data fraud.

e Lubrizol Corporation announced Sampson Bladen Oil Company as an authorized Stocking Partner for Lubrizol’s CPI® industrial compression lubricants, Emkarate® and Icematic® refrigeration compressor lubricants, Paratherm™ heat transfer fluids, and Solest® products. This partnership expands Lubrizol’s reach throughout the Southeast United States, covering North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia, ensuring customers in these states have improved access to Lubrizol’s advanced solutions.

IOM3 Southern Africa has joined the International Rubber Conference Organisation (IRCO) as its first African member. The decision, approved at IRCO’s committee meeting in Bangkok December 2025, brings African representation to the global rubber industry body for the first time in its 60-year history.

Engineered mainly for on-road use with confident off-road ability, the new Michelin Anakee Adventure 2 tire is designed for demanding riders seeking peace of mind on the road and the ability to escape for an adventurous ride.