Welsh Scientists Produce Tyre-Derived Oil
Bangor University environmental chemist Dr. Vera Thoss, in partnership with Welsh company UTD Research Ltd., has produced tyre-derived oil.
New WRC Tyre Specifications in 2008
As Pirelli begins its role as single supplier WRC for the next three years, beginning with the 2008 season, the Italian manufacturer has announced the following rule changes the FIA has made affecting tyres.
OTR Shortage Leads to 300% Price Hike in Two Years
Those buying OTR tyres in the Middle East are likely to encounter further price hikes of 20% to 30%.
Michelin to Up Prices in Japanese Market
Michelin is set to raise prices in Japan across a range of products due to the rising cost of raw materials.
Bridgestone Climbs Nikkei Environment Rankings
Bridgestone Corp. jumped to second place in the 2007 Nikkei Environmental Management Survey in Japan on Dec. 1, 2007.
Pirelli Carlisle Workers to Strike Over Pay
Fifty tyre production staff that are members of the GMB Union, will reportedly strike at Pirelli’s Carlisle tire plant.
Continental Opens 100th Dealership in China
Continental Tire opened its 100th dealership in China in mid-December.
Al Dobowi Deepens its roots in Africa
The Al Dobowi Group has decided to increase its presence in Africa by opening offices, warehouses and service centres in Ethiopia to cover the Ethiopian, Djiboutian and Somalian markets.
Bandag Celebrates 50 Years in Business
Bandag (now known as Bridgestone Bandag) celebrated its 50th anniversary in late December with a series of celebrations at its Muscatine, Iowa, hometown and by making donations to local groups.
Group Files Suit Opposing Tire Company Incentives
(The Business Journal) The N.C. Institute for Constitutional Law (NCICL), the group that filed a lawsuit challenging the state and local incentives given to Dell Inc., said Dec. 20 that it has filed a lawsuit challenging state incentives to Goodyear Tire & Rubber and Bridgestone/Firestone.
Automechanika Shanghai Deemed Major Success
The third Automechanika Shanghai was attended by nearly 22,000 trade visitors from 103 countries and regions, according to organizers.
Tyre Majors Plan Big Investments This Year
(Hindu Business Line) After nearly a decade, the Indian tyre manufacturing sector is set to commit major investments towards capacity expansion in 2008.