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Erin Pustay Beaven

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Erin joined the Tire Business staff in May 2016, bringing more than 10 years of print and digital journalism experience to her role. She was named managing editor of Rubber News in May 2020.

Prior to joining the team at Crain, she was editor of The Suburbanite and affiliated publications in Canton, Ohio, overseeing two weekly and one biweekly publications. She also previously served as an education and general assignments writer for The Independent (2005-13) in Massillon, Ohio, and began her career as a part-time sports writer for The Repository in Canton.

Erin's passion for the rubber industry is rooted in the tire and automotive industries, both beats she happens to cover.

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Michelin's mission: Take EV tire innovation, education further

More than half of EV drivers don't know how tires can extend the range and improve the performance of their vehicles. Michelin aims to change that.
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Goodyear takes airless tires to Las Vegas Strip

Goodyear is striving to lead the industry toward sustainability. And that journey is likely to take the 125-year-old tire maker through the airless tire space.
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No alternative in sight: Why Michelin is emphasizing sustainability of hevea

Michelin doesn't say much publicly about the potential for alternative natural rubber sources. Instead, Michelin says the first priority is to take care of current resources, while continuing to prepare for alternatives.
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Goodyear shares thoughtful approach to sustainable future

Ellis Jones, Goodyear chief sustainability officer, spoke about the company's sustainability journey at the International Tire Exhibition & Conference on Sept. 13, 2022.
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Garcin: Michelin success strategy all about balance

Alexis Garcin, president and CEO of Michelin North America Inc., addressed members of the Tire Society at its annual meeting in Akron on Sept. 13.
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Bridgestone aims to bring airless truck tire to market by 2025

Bridgestone Americas is thinking much bigger than micromobility, OTR or passenger vehicles with its proprietary Air Free non-pneumatic tire development. Like 50,000 pounds big.
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EVs not far from achieving cost parity

To sell electric vehicles, makers have to sell consumers on the cost. That makes achieving cost parity a key component to EV adoption.
Tenneco to be acquired by private equity firm

Tenneco Inc. has agreed to be acquired by Apollo Global Management in a deal worth $7.1 billion.
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Kumho Tire's U.S. tech center hub of innovation

Akron, the Rubber Capital of the World, is the hub of innovation in the rubber industry. For Kumho Tire, it's the heartbeat of the North American tire market.
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Bridgestone, Nokian turn to solar power for U.S. plants

Tire makers Bridgestone and Nokian are harnessing the power of the sun for smarter, more sustainable operations. Just how far are they taking this initiative?
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Tire models adapt with technology, innovation

The role of tire modeling is changing, moving quickly from analysis to development.
Cooper deal may bolster Goodyear's mobility, sustainability plans
Auto market bouncing back quicker than expected
AAPEX panel turns spotlight on vehicle data collection

LAS VEGAS — The route you drive, the places you shop, the music you listen to — that's the kind of information that corporations and manufacturers want. And your car is giving it to them, likely without your knowledge.
Jennifer Maher named WiAC's Woman of Year

LAS VEGAS — It was for the passion and dedication exemplified in her work throughout the auto care industry, that Women in Auto Care presented Jennifer Maher with the Woman of the Year Award.