Apollo Tyres, today, introduced Apollo EnduTuff Mining (mining radial tyres) and Apollo Terra MT (bias tyres). These tyres have been introduced keeping an eye on the growth in the mining sector in India, and have revamped the company’s offering for the mining segment in the country, as per Apollo Tyres.

Apollo EnduTuff Mining
According to Apollo Tyres, Apollo EnduTuff Mining reduces the downtime for customers and enhances their savings, thanks to the tyres’ performance qualities. It comes in the size of 11.00 R20 and 12.00 R24. It presents a CPKM advantage of over 40 percent, with superior life, puncture resistance and higher uptime, according to Apollo Tyres. Plus, it comes with the most durable casing and hence, multiple retreads, claims the tyre manufacturing company. These tyres are suited for mining applications where there is a limited exposure to extremely rough terrains.

Produced at the company’s state-of-the-art facility in Chennai, the Apollo EnduTuff Mining tyres have been developed for, and tested extensively, in the toughest of mines in India and Indonesia, as per Apollo Tyres. The company claims that the special compound, with a unique blend of polymers and resins, provides superior mileage, while the anchored block shape ensures uniform loading and stable footprint in all loads for smooth wear. Additionally, specifically engineered belt configuration, thicker cushioning and a body ply structure improves the puncture resistance in mining applications. 

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Apollo Tyres has strengthened its renewable energy portfolio by acquiring an additional 3.43 percent stake in Green Infra Wind Power Projects Limited (GIWPPL), a wind power producer operating in Tamil Nadu.

In regulatory filings with the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange, the tyre manufacturer disclosed that its shareholding in GIWPPL will increase to 21.27 percent following the purchase of 60,000 equity shares at INR 10 per share, totalling INR 600,000.

The acquisition represents Apollo's growing commitment to green energy as part of its sustainability initiatives. Before this transaction, Apollo held a 17.84 percent stake in GIWPPL, comprising 312,000 equity shares.

GIWPPL, incorporated in July 2011, operates a 24-megawatt wind power project in Tamil Nadu and is a Sembcorp Green Infra Private Limited subsidiary. The company reported a turnover of INR 235.25 million for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, up from INR 208.81 million in the previous year.

This investment aligns with Apollo Tyres’ broader strategy to increase its renewable energy sourcing while potentially reducing its carbon footprint and energy costs across its manufacturing operations. Apollo Tyres stated the objective of the acquisition is for “procurement of wind power.”

Apollo Tyres, one of India’s leading tyre manufacturers, announced a change in its senior management structure as part of efforts to align its projects team with global manufacturing operations.

According to a regulatory filing with the National Stock Exchange of India and BSE Ltd, C Krishna Kumar, Vice President of Projects, will report directly to the Chief Manufacturing Officer. As a result of this reorganisation, Kumar will no longer be classified as part of the company’s senior management under SEBI’s Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations.

The Kochi-headquartered company stated that the change is designed to streamline reporting structures and better integrate the projects division with the company's global manufacturing framework.

Management adjustments are coming as tyre manufacturers worldwide focus on operational efficiencies amid challenging market conditions.

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today released its April 2025 vehicle retail data, revealing a moderate overall growth of 3 percent YoY.

The two-wheeler segment emerged as the primary growth driver, registering a 2.25 percent increase in retail sales compared to April 2024 and a significant 11.84 percent MoM growth. FADA attributes this positive momentum to strong rural demand. However, the sector continues to face headwinds in the form of high financing costs and the pricing impact of OBD-2B emission norms.

The tractor segment demonstrated robust growth, with a 7.5 percent increase in retail sales year-on-year. This strong performance likely reflects the positive sentiment stemming from a strong Rabi harvest, which typically boosts agricultural activity and consequently, tractor demand.

In contrast to the strong performance of two-wheelers and tractors, the passenger vehicle segment experienced a modest 1.55 percent YoY growth, while witnessing a slight dip of 0.19 percent on MoM basis. The auto retail body attributes that deep discounts are prevalent in the market and while the demand for SUVs remains strong, the entry-level segment continues to exhibit sluggishness. FADA also noted that the PV inventory levels are currently around 50 days, significantly higher than their advocated norm of 21 days.

The commercial vehicle segment faced a contraction, with retail sales declining by 1.05 percent YoY and 4.44 percent on MoM basis. FADA suggests that recent price hikes by OEMs and flat freight rates are negatively impacting sales. Within the CV segment, the Small Commercial Vehicle category saw weak demand, while the bus segment remains steady.

Looking ahead to May 2025, FADA anticipates a positive outlook, primarily driven by the strong conclusion of the Rabi harvest. The expectation of a normal monsoon further strengthens this positive sentiment, suggesting continued momentum in rural demand which could positively influence vehicle sales across various segments.

In a significant development, FADA has begun releasing fuel-wise vehicle retail market share data across all key categories. This new initiative aims to provide stakeholders with a granular understanding of evolving energy preferences and the impact of regulatory influences on India's automotive ecosystem.

C S Vigneshwar, President, FADA, said, “The new financial year began on a measured note as overall retails in April managed to grow by 3 percent YoY. All categories except CV closed in the green, with 2W, 3W, PV and Trac up 2.25 percent, 24.5 percent, 1.5 percent and 7.5 percent respectively, while CVs declined by 1 percent. With the tariff war paused, stock markets staged a sharp pullback – alleviating investor concerns – and customers thus leveraged Chaitra Navratri, Akshay Tritiya, Bengali New Year, Baisakhi and Vishu to complete purchases, helping April end on a positive note.”

Trelleborg Tires has expanded its agricultural tyre portfolio with the launch of the new TM900 ProgressiveTraction tractor tyre range for high-horsepower tractor applications.

The proprietary ProgressiveTraction technology from Trelleborg Tires improves traction by optimising important tyre components through a variety of special features. Because of its unique double-edge lug, the tread increases traction and decreases slippage while improving grip on the ground. Concurrently, an additional lug serves as an extra terrace on the tread profile, enhancing its capacity for self-cleaning and boosting overall effectiveness. The ProgressiveTraction lugs' larger base also offers improved vibration resistance, which lowers wear and increases tyre life.

When compared to rival tyres, the ProgressiveTraction range provides up to a 17 percent increase in traction than competitor tyres, helping professionals increase productivity, reduce fuel consumption and lower overall operating costs. The strengthened carcass guarantees greater vehicle handling and tyre performance, especially at high speeds, while the unique tread pattern design and premium materials offer up to 20 percent better wear resistance against competitors on the road. Additionally, the lugs' adjusted angle and form enhance driving comfort and stability, making all working actions safer, smoother and more pleasurable.

Alessio Bucci, Global Product Marketing Director, Trelleborg Tires, said, “Trelleborg tyres are engineered to evolve alongside the agricultural industry. As tractors become more powerful and farmers face greater challenges, it’s essential that tyres do more than just carry the load: they must actively enhance performance, protect the soil and boost operational efficiency. The new TM900 ProgressiveTraction embodies this vision, delivering maximum traction, reduced vibration, longer life and exceptional behaviour across all conditions.”