Tire Industry News Updates

Weaker-than-expected North American and European commercial vehicle replacement tire sales in the second quarter of 2023 and through the remainder of the year forced Continental to cut revenue guidance for its tire unit and the company as a whole.

TireHub has appointed John Cavanaugh to the role of chief financial officer, the tire distributor announced June 29.

UVALDE, Texas — Continental on June 20 hosted a test drive involving a Class 8 truck and sports cars to demonstrate how its tires handle various road conditions.

UVALDE, Texas — While Continental is known largely as a tire manufacturer, the bulk of its business is technology-focused, and it recently showcased how the two areas are intersecting.

South Carolina officials are welcoming Snider Fleet Solutions’ corporate relocation from a neighboring state in a $6.9 million investment that will create 167 jobs.

“End-of-life” tires that can no longer be retreaded are often stored in a drop trailer and taken away to a recycling facility. Tire industry experts say that’s the preferred environmental practice.

The advent of electric-powered commercial trucks has raised new design considerations for vehicle components beyond the propulsion system — including tires.

Managing a last mile fleet presents unique challenges. Discover how Goodyear helps last mile fleets find the right tire solutions, stay ahead of issues, reduce downtime and minimize costs to achieve Total Mobility. 

In the current environment of high fuel prices and a technology shift looming over many companies regarding last-mile delivery, fleets are challenged to develop a strategy toward tire management. For some maintenance managers, the debate of new tires versus retreads offers various methods in battling some of those concerns.

When it comes to new ways of thinking, or a shift in mindset for a large group of consumers, the phrase “winning the hearts and minds” often comes up. This seems to be the case with the tire manufacturers I spoke with this year.