Pirelli Achieves Growth in its Sustainability Score
In the 2021/2022 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, Pirelli‘s sustainability score rose to 85 points, eight more than last year. Pirelli says it obtained top scores in many management areas, including governance and due diligence in the field of human rights, management of natural resources and reduction of CO2 emissions. The results, including the analysis
Three Scary Threats to Your Vehicle’s Brake Pads
This is the time of year when the shadows stretch a little longer, the wind blows colder and an unsettling feeling puts your nerves on end when you apply the brake pedal. The squeal or skittish stop are portents of service issues that could mean increased operational costs, for there are dangers lurking in the
Hankook Tire Commits to Targets for Reducing Emissions
Hankook Tire says it committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by submitting its targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its own operations. In August, the company submitted its mid-to-long-term science-based emissions reduction targets. The company says it plans to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions that occur during the production
ZC Rubber Boosts Sustainability with Tire Recycling
ZC Rubber says it is China’s first tire company to start recycling, reusing and repurposing. The company began its tire recycling journey in 2005 when it first built its recycling technology and service center to carry out rubber recycling and reuse. In 2009, ZC Rubber formally established Zhongce Recycling Technology. For years, ZC Rubber says
Movin’On Challenge Design Announces Theme for 2023
Michelin has announced the new theme for 2023’s Movin’On Challenge Design. Now entering its 23rd year, the challenge, formerly known as the Michelin Design Challenge, is a significant annual event, says Movin’On. Michelin says the challenge for this new edition of the Movin’On Challenge Design 2023’s mission is to design an innovative mobility solution that
Global Air Cylinder Wheels to Develop Next-Gen ‘ASW’ Wheel Technology
Global Air Cylinder Wheels has announced plans to develop its next generation of wheels. The company says Air Suspension Wheel (ASW) will offer environmental benefits, fuel saving, emission reduction and EV battery extension. Manufactured mostly out of steel, Global Air Cylinder Wheels says the ASW is an eco-friendly, stronger, and safer alternative to the traditional
Meyle Unveils its First Climate-Neutral Product Range
Meyle says it is now working with ClimatePartner to compensate for the CO2 emissions associated with its parts in the steering and suspension category. Meyle says these parts are largely manufactured at the company’s own plant in Turkey, which has been certified carbon-neutral since 2021. “That’s good. But for us, it’s not enough. We want
BKT Works to Create Sustainable Future
Sustainability has been a major focus for many companies over the past several years. Many businesses have committed to providing sustainable manufacturing to reduce environmental footprints, eliminate waste, increase safety and efficiency, and create corporate responsibility. In order to protect our natural resources, initiatives have been taken toward sustainability, including reducing emissions, living cleaner lifestyles
New Study Paves Way for Building Walls from End-of-Life Tires
A new study by The University of South Australia has tested and verified the structural integrity of building walls made from tires packed with other earth materials. The study says the results potentially provide new opportunities for the reuse of end-of-life tires in the construction industry. According to this study, tire waste represents a major
Firestone Engineering Center Earns ISCC Plus Certification
Bridgestone announced its Firestone Polymer Engineering Pilot Center (PEPC) in Akron, Ohio, has earned the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS recognition for its transparency and traceability of sustainable raw materials including bio, bio-circular and circular-based material to replace synthetic rubber in its transition to a circular economy. This year marks the 80th anniversary
NRS Highlights Important Brake-Pad Features to Face Winter Weather Challenges
Proper braking system operation is always important, but doubly so in winter weather when snow and ice can present poor driving conditions. A brake pad that is crumbling due to corrosion is both a safety issue and a cost liability. Ahead of winter weather, NRS noted several key replacement brake pad features that are important
Engineers Develop Concrete Made With Recycled Tire Rubber
Engineers have managed to replace 100% of conventional aggregates in concrete – such as gravel and crushed rock – with rubber from discarded and recycled tires. The team of engineers from RMIT University says the new greener and lighter concrete made with recycled tire rubber promises to reduce manufacturing and transportation costs significantly. Small amounts
