Galgo Focuses on Lean and Mean Organisation
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) In the course of the past years there has been but one important process that has dominated developments in the European pre-cured retreading market: suppliers from outside of Europe are finding it more and more feasible to claim a growing market share to themselves.
Tyre Makers Back to Work in South Africa
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) A decision that resounded as music to the ears of South Africa’s tyre industry was announced on Aug. 17 the month long strike that brought production at factories belonging several tyre majors to a halt has been resolved.
Tire Workers Back to Work in South Africa
(Akron/Tire Review) With a nudge from vehicle manufacturers, tiremakers in South Africa have apparently settled wage talks with striking workers.
Tyre Safety No Joke in Switzerland
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Car owners take note a motorist who was caught by the Swiss police with insufficient tread depth on his car tyres has been banned from driving for a month, following the decision of the federal court in Lausanne.
South Africa Tire Strike Over?
(Akron/Tire Review) The three-week old tire manufacturing strike in South Africa may be coming to an end.
Sibur-Russian Tyres Looks for PCR Production Partner
(Staffordshire, U.K./ Tyres & Accessories) Be in no doubt Russian manufacturer Sibur-Russian Tyres has set its sights on the global market.
Conti to Sponsor SEMA Media Center
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America will be the sponsor of the media center at the 2007 SEMA Show.
Secondary Fly-Tipping and Part Worn Numbers Up
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The U.K. now diverts 93% of tyres arising from landfill and leads the way in terms of tyre recycling.
Conti CFO Sees ‘Chance’ of CTNA Profit This Year
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental AG expects its North American unit Continental Tire North America to post a profit for 2007.
Conti Boosting Prices Oct. 1
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America is raising prices on its passenger and light truck/SUVs tires sold in the U.S. The increase will take effect Oct. 1.