Manufacturers
HENDERSON, Nev. — Yokohama Tire Corp. is making a serious pitch for the pickup truck/Jeep/SUV and CUV crowds with a pair of new tires in the Geolandar product line, the X-AT extreme all-terrain and X-CV crossover/luxury SUV tire.
AKRON — In terms of branding trends, the past year was relatively quiet for the North American tire industry.
CYPRESS, Calif. — Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. is adding a 26-inch version of its Open Country M/T maximum traction light truck tire, designed to fit rim widths covering 11 to 14 inches.
MILAN — Pirelli Motorsport is getting a head-start on the transition of tires it supplies to Formula 1 to a lower-profile, 18-inch rim diameter specification — set for the 2021 season — by introducing the new spec tires to the FIA Formula 2 Championship in 2020.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association has kicked off National Tire Safety Week to raise awareness and educate consumers about proper tire care and safety.
FORT WORTH, Texas — In a state where everything seems bigger, the Firestone brand hit the ginormous stage this week as Bridgestone Americas Inc. rolled out three products that promise to redefine the brand known for its dependability and durability.
DIAMOND BAR, Calif. — Nexen Tire America Inc. once again is partnering with the Purple Heart Foundation to give away a custom vehicle to a deserving veteran wounded in combat and awarded the Purple Heart Medal, as part of its Nexen Hero program.
MILAN — Pirelli C. & S.p.A. is planning to consolidate its operations in Brazil, with one possible plant closure in the offing and the commitment of $136 million in investments over the coming two years.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ― Bridgestone Americas Inc.'s off-road tire plant in Aiken County, S.C., has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.
HANOVER, Germany — Continental celebrated the construction of its new global headquarters as company officials laid a ceremonial foundation stone.