Tires

Bridgestone Transfers Russian Operations to Investment Firm

Bridgestone Europe has transferred its Russian operations to S8 Capital, a Russian investment company. The company has already obtained approval from the relevant authorities. The transfer includes the passenger car tire plant in Ulyanovsk and the sales company in Moscow. Bridgestone began full-scale operations in Russia in 1998, but ceased all production activities in Russia in March 2022. As part...

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JATMA Holds New Year’s Reception in Tokyo

On January 18, the Japan Automobile Tyre Manufacturers Association (JATMA) held its New Year’s Reception in Tokyo. JATMA chairman and president of Yokohama Rubber Masataka Yamaishi gave an opening address, saying, “The world situation is having a great impact not only on the political front, but also on the global economy. Until now, there has been a major trend of...

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Continental Tire Japan to Launch New All-Season Tire

Continental Tire Japan will on February 15 launch AllSeasonContact 2, an all-season tire that offers superior safety and driving pleasure in all weather conditions. The product will be available in 49 sizes ranging from 15 to 21 inches, and will be expanded gradually. The tire features a new tread pattern design, rubber compound, and carcass structure, and the combination of...

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Michelin Japan to Launch New Anakee Road Tire for Adventure Bikes

Michelin Tire Japan will from January 25 sequentially launch Michelin Anakee Road, a new tire for motorcycle adventure bikes. This tire is developed specifically for adventure models that specialize in on-road riding. It offers stable handling performance required for on-road driving and excellent grip in wet conditions, as well as a new compound with enhanced durability, providing a sense of...

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Goodyear Teams Up With TDK to Develop Next Generation Tire Solutions

Goodyear and electronic components manufacturer TDK will collaborate to develop next-generation tire solutions to accelerate the development and widespread use of integrated intelligent hardware and software for tires and vehicles. The companies aim to bring high-performance tire sensing systems to market by combining Goodyear’s expertise in tire development, intelligent solutions and industry trends with TDK’s technical capabilities in software, sensors,...

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Sumitomo Rubber to Launch Dunlop Sport Maxx RS Flagship Tire

Sumitomo Rubber will sequentially from June release Dunlop Sport Maxx RS, a flagship tire that delivers a high level of handling performance and grip. The tires will be available in 26 sizes. The Sport Maxx RS can be used for both general road and circuit driving, and the tire responds well to handling and provides a stable ride in any...

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