TRIB Welcomes Newest Members
The Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau welcomed nine new members from across the globe.
Japan 2009 Tyre Output May Fall 5%
(Reuters) Tyre production in Japan is expected to fall 5% next year in terms of rubber usage as the global economic crisis takes its toll on car demand worldwide, Japan’s tyremaker industry group said on Wednesday.
Strong Retreading Potential in Chinese Tyre Market
Enormous domestic tyre production capacity, a scarcity of domestic rubber supply and increased output prices could be pointing to strong opportunities in China’s tyre retreading business.
Got Some Tires, Eh?
Yes, we know there is serious political turmoil in Canada.
Comparison Tests Confirm Conflicting Tyre Development Goals, Says Conti
When developing winter passenger car tyres for its premium brands, Continental AG says the most important consideration is how well brakes perform in one of the most commonly occurring yet critical road conditions for motorists in Western and Central Europe – wet road surfaces.
EU Share of Global NR Consumption at 14%
According to the International Rubber Study Group, the European Union is currently the third largest regional consumer of natural and synthetic rubber.
Hankook Tire Nominated Member of ETRMA
Hankook Tire has been officially nominated concordantly as a corporate member by the Board of Directors of the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers’ Association (ETRMA).
European Commission Proposes Tyre Labelling Scheme
The European Commission has proposed a draft directive to introduce a tyre-labelling scheme aimed at encouraging sales of more energy efficient (low rolling resistance) tyres.
Truck Tyre Dumping Probe Begins in India
India’s Commerce Department has, according to national media, commenced an investigation into alleged dumping of Chinese and Thai made truck and bus radials in the Indian market.
Gori Re-elected to Head Euro Tire Group
Francesco Gori, CEO and managing director of Pirelli Tyre, was re-elected to another three-year term as president of the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers’ Association.