Bridgestone to Expand Williamsburg, KY Firestone Plant
The company says Firestone Industrial Products is increasing capacity to support the demand for advanced air suspension technology in electric vehicles.
NRS Makes Galvanized Brake Pads for Kia Niro, Hyundai Kona
NRS Brakes says its lineup for the 2019-2021 Kia Niro and Hyundai Kona delivers great friction, noise-cancelling piston cushions and shims with a patented mechanical attachment technology.
Goodyear, UFODrive Partner on Electric Mobility Solutions
The companies say they will together pursue opportunities to integrate their complementary mobility solutions.
NRS Re-Engineers Audi e-tron Galvanized Brake Pads
NRS Brakes says its galvanized brake pads excel in the areas of friction, noise-canceling piston cushions and shims, patented mechanical attachment technology and fully galvanized steel backing plates.
Michelin Launches Pilot Sport EV Tire
The Michelin Pilot Sport EV will be rolled out during 2021 in a choice of 16 sizes (OE: 11 sizes; replacement market: five sizes) for 18- to 22-in. rims.
NRS Brakes Makes Brake Pads for Mustang Mach-E
NRS says its EV galvanized brake pads are specifically engineered for hybrid and electric vehicles.
GM to End the Sale of Gas/Diesel Cars/SUVs by 2035
GM Chief Executive Mary Barra said the company will eliminate all tailpipe emissions from light-duty vehicles by 2035.
Continental Tests Prototype Tires for Electric Buses
These tires are currently being tested at Continental’s Contidrom proving grounds.
AAA Car Subscription Adds to EV Momentum
Even with COVID-19 dinging overall demand for new vehicles at the moment, the electric-vehicle (EV) market is poised for growth.
Tire Industry Growth in 2021 and Beyond
As tiremakers release financial reports, trends are emerging that will have an impact on the industry’s future.
Smithers Adds Support for EVs at Winter Proving Grounds
Smithers has answered the demand for freezer testing among automotive OEMs and suppliers who are working to develop batteries and specialty components for electric vehicles.
Hankook Equips Porsche Taycan with Ventus EV Tire
Hankook says the tire has a reinforced bead as well as high lateral stiffness for precise handling even at high speeds.
