Renewable Resources
Ensuring a domestic supply of natural rubber is critical, and Ohio State University researchers are focusing efforts to do just that. And a $26 million grant will support their efforts.
Bridgestone has started series production of tires it claims incorporate 55% sustainable materials with the launch of its ultra-high-performance Potenza Sport A.
Nokian Tyres P.L.C. is collaborating with Reselo Rubber A.B. to develop further a potential new raw material for eventual use in commercial tires.
Continental made a 10-year purchase agreement with Pyrum Innovations for recovered carbon black from end-of-life tires.
Nexen Tire has earned a gold medal from EcoVadis based on its 2023-24 Environment, Social and Governance report.
Off-highway tire manufacturer Balkrishna Industries has joined the Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber.
Goodyear has launched a passenger tire, the EcoReady, whose material content is described as 70% sustainable.
Paul Downey, president and CEO of rubber-recycling enterprise Pliteq Inc., was named Leader of the Year by the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada.
Continental said it consumes 22% less energy per metric ton of tires produced than the industry average.
Starting this year, all of the tires used in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship will be marked with the FSC logo.