Tyre Trends

Steelastic LLC, part of the HEICO Companies, has officially announced a new strategic partnership with IBP for the territories of India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. In this capacity, the company has welcomed John Powath as its official agent for these regions. Powath is a respected leader within the tyre industry, bringing a wealth of experience from his roles as a Partner at IBP and as a Co-Founder of Automoto. He is also recognised as an active contributor to global tyre and automotive industry events. Operationally, Steelastic’s Business Development Manager Hemant Agrawal will work in close coordination with the IBP team. Their collective focus will be on strengthening the support infrastructure for customers and driving the growth of Steelastic’s business footprint across South Asia. The company has expressed considerable optimism regarding this collaboration and believes it will unlock substantial new opportunities for its valued customer base in the region, enhancing product access and technical service. The STEELASTIC Co. The Heico Companies LLC https://lnkd.in/dcv3U4St #Steelastic #HEICOCompanies #IBP #Automoto #JohnPowath

FORNNAX TECHNOLOGY PVT LTD has introduced the R-MAX3300, a new secondary shredder presented as the largest in its category. The official launch occurred on 14 October 2025 at the prominent IFAT India environmental technology exhibition in Mumbai. The unveiling ceremony was a significant industry event, attended by numerous leaders from the cement and waste management sectors. Key figures present included executives from GEPIL India, Zigma Global, Prism Johnson Ltd, Shree Cement Ltd and Mangalam Cement Ltd. This shredder is positioned as a major technological advancement for India's recycling and waste processing infrastructure. It is designed to provide a powerful solution for Cement Alternative Fuel and Resource plants as well as waste-to-energy facilities. While the established R Series shredders are known for processing high-density materials such as tyres and cables, the R-MAX3300 is specifically engineered for low-density waste streams. These targeted materials include Municipal Solid Waste, Commercial and Industrial waste, Construction and Demolition debris, bulky items, legacy waste dumps and wood waste. https://lnkd.in/dZmhtkNe #Fornnax #FornnaxRMAX3300 #SecondaryShredder #IntegratedWasteManagementProjects #TyreRecycling

The Bridgestone Potenza Sport has been declared the definitive winner in EVO's 2025 Tyre Test, decisively outperforming eight rival products. Evaluated on a high-powered BMW 135i xDrive with 302 bhp in the size 235/35 R19, the tyre delivered six class-leading results. The tyre’s dominance was particularly evident in wet conditions, where it achieved the shortest braking distance and top scores for cornering and aquaplaning resistance. The tyre also excelled in dry performance, recording the fastest lap time and a strong third-place finish in dry braking. Test editors praised it as an exceptional and emphatic winner, noting its superb on-road feel and capability in all conditions. Bridgestone EMEA Bridgestone Americas Bridgestone India https://lnkd.in/dbgdG2bF #Bridgestone #BridgestonePotenzaSport #BridgestoneTyres #EVOs2025TyreTest #UHPTyres

Michelin has announced the full deployment of its proprietary TreadEye technology across the MICHELIN RETREAD TECHNOLOGIES, INC. franchise network in the United States. TreadEye is a technology developed to enhance the retread process and deliver value to fleets. The company stated that TreadEye is a tread depth assessment tool that helps fleets maximise their tyre investment. The system collects 1,200 measurement points accurately and consistently, providing insights into tread wear and casing condition. https://lnkd.in/dMMr5kkv #Michelin #TreadEye #Retread

In a significant move for UK road safety, TyreSafe, the nation's dedicated tyre safety charity, has formed a landmark partnership with the National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA). This alliance represents a powerful consolidation of industry voices, uniting manufacturers, distributors and safety advocates behind the common goals of enhancing road safety, elevating professional standards and promoting positive behavioural change among motorists. This formal collaboration brings together two central organisations within the automotive aftercare sector. By combining their strategic objectives, they aim to amplify crucial safety messages and deepen engagement with the frontline professionals – retailers, fitters and technicians – who directly influence driver habits. The partnership will facilitate joint public campaigns, shared research projects and the development of educational resources designed to help both consumers and industry professionals better understand the critical importance of correct tyre maintenance and timely replacement. TyreSafe Admin Stuart Lovatt Ian Andrew https://lnkd.in/dBJnsgXt #TyreSafe #NTDA #TyreSafety #RoadSafety #TyreCheck2025

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd.., has added a new hose with a 3/8-inch (9mm) inner diameter and a 4-spiral structure to its Versatran ISO Series of hydraulic high-pressure hoses for markets outside Japan. The sales of the new hose has already started in September 2025. The development, the company shared, responds to increased demand from underground mining sites for hoses with small diameters and high durability to fit narrow spaces and improve operational efficiency. https://lnkd.in/dgjgb_2q #Yokohama #Versatran

Bridgestone India announced the winners of the 5th Edition of its Mobility Social Impact Awards (MSIA) 2025 in Pune, celebrating organisations that use mobility for social good. The top honour in the Road Safety Innovation and Excellence category went to ALERT (Amenity Lifeline Emergency Response Team) from Chennai for empowering over 450,000 lakh citizens with emergency response skills. Safety Research Foundation (SRF), based in Pune, received a Jury Commendation for its BRACE Project, which transforms school zones with safety audits and infrastructure upgrades. The winners were presented with their awards by social worker Dr. Girish Kulkarni, founder of Snehalaya (Official). https://lnkd.in/dB8Xnt8u #Bridgestone #India #MSIA

Balkrishna Industries (BKT Tires), an off-highway tyre company, has been named Cricket Australia’s (CA) naming rights partner for the Men’s One Day International (ODI) and T20 International series against India. The matches between Australia and India will be titled the BKT Tyres Men’s ODI Series and the BKT Tyres Men’s T20 International Series. Rajiv Poddar https://lnkd.in/d-Agw4es #BKT #T20

Arkema has launched its next-generation solution for polymer curing called Luperox NeatCure. Unveiled at the K 2025 Show, this innovative product is a formulated organic peroxide in granular form, specifically created to accelerate curing times across various processes, including extrusion and injection moulding. A primary benefit of its dust-free composition is a significant enhancement in workplace safety, minimising the risks associated with handling powdered substances. Developed in response to evolving regulatory demands, this technology enables manufacturers to achieve greater productivity and efficiency. The company says the new solution ensures rapid curing while fully maintaining the performance integrity of the final elastomers and polymers. K – The World's No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber https://lnkd.in/dyNYy5eN #Arkema #PolymerCuring #SpecialityMaterials #PerformanceAdditives

A recent collaborative study from The AA and TyreSafe reveals a significant and concerning disconnect between UK drivers' confidence in their tyre knowledge and their actual understanding of legal requirements and maintenance practices. The research, which surveyed more than 22,000 individuals, indicates that while drivers grasp basic safety concepts, this awareness fails to translate into consistent action or knowledge of severe legal consequences. A foundational safety principle is well understood; an overwhelming 98 percent of drivers correctly recognised that worn tyres increase stopping distances in wet weather. However, this awareness is not matched by familiarity with the law. A startling 61 percent of motorists are unaware that the maximum fine for driving on an illegal tyre is GBP 2,500 per tyre, meaning a vehicle with four illegal tyres could incur a GBP 10,000 penalty. Furthermore, 45 percent did not know that each illegal tyre can result in three penalty points on a driving licence, an oversight that could quickly lead to a disqualification for drivers with multiple faulty tyres. TyreSafe Admin The AA https://lnkd.in/dw98txe2 #TyreSafe #TheAA #TyreSafety