Bridgestone has earned significant acclaim from the German automotive publication Auto Bild, being jointly awarded the 2025 winter tyre 'Manufacturer of the Year' title. This prestigious honour was largely driven by the outstanding performance of the company's premium winter tyre, the Blizzak 6, in the publication's rigorous annual evaluations.

The manufacturer’s success extended beyond winter tyres, with the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 also achieving a top podium finish. It secured second place in the all-season category for 'Manufacturer of the Year' and was declared a joint test winner in Auto Bild’s specific SUV All-Season 2025 Tyre Test. The tyre earned an exemplary overall rating after proving to be a strong and balanced all-rounder across a wide range of performance criteria.

Further validating these results, independent testing by TÜV SÜD confirmed the Turanza All Season 6's best-in-class wet braking capabilities, alongside excellent braking in both dry and snowy conditions. The tests also highlighted its exceptional snow traction, cornering and handling. An additional benefit is a 20 percent improvement in mileage over its predecessor, contributing to greater cost efficiency and a reduced environmental footprint.

Similarly, the winter-focused Blizzak 6, launched in 2024 as the successor to a multiple-award-winning model, has demonstrated top-tier performance in TÜV SÜD assessments. It is a top-rated tyre for snow braking and traction and is reported to offer the shortest stopping distances on wet roads. It also boasts a substantial 32 percent improvement in mileage.

A key technological foundation for both of these award-winning tyres is Bridgestone's ENLITEN Technology. This next-generation engineering approach is designed to deliver customised and uncompromised performance while simultaneously advancing sustainability and enhancing electric vehicle readiness across the company's product portfolio.

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Continental Tire is launching a philanthropic initiative with ROUSH Performance and automotive influencer Supercar Ron to deliver hope to children with critical illnesses. The collaborative effort centres on raising funds for Make-A-Wish, the global leader in granting transformative wishes for children facing serious health challenges. At the campaign’s core is the ‘Full Throttle for Wishes Giveaway’. This sweepstakes offers a grand prize of a fully equipped ROUSH-supercharged F-150 Nitemare, outfitted with Continental ExtremeContact DWS-06 Plus tyres, with all proceeds directly benefiting the charity.

Since 1980, Make-A-Wish has fulfilled over 615,000 wishes worldwide, providing hope and joy during immensely difficult times. The organisation believes a wish can serve as a pivotal moment, fostering resilience and optimism that positively impacts a child’s journey. With a child becoming eligible for a wish approximately every 25 seconds, the mission is urgent. By uniting high-performance automotive passion with philanthropy, this initiative aims to create life-changing experiences and deliver moments of joy to as many children as possible.

Brian Beierwaltes, Head of Marketing US PLT, Continental Tire, said, “Together, we have the power to create something extraordinary. By joining forces with ROUSH and Supercar Ron, we’re turning passion into action and making a huge difference for kids who need hope the most.”

Supercar Ron said, “Cars have always been my passion, but helping kids is my purpose. This initiative is about more than horsepower; it’s about giving these incredible kids the strength to keep fighting. I’m thrilled to team up with Continental and ROUSH to make this happen.”

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Apollo Tyres has achieved an A- rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) in both Climate Change and Water Security for 2025. This recognition places the company among the foremost international leaders in transparency and tangible environmental action, as evaluated by this prominent disclosure platform. Apollo Tyres began its formal CDP reporting journey in 2020, demonstrating its dedication to accountability through alignment with major frameworks including the Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

The company’s performance trajectory illustrates a consistent and marked improvement, rising from an initial Climate Change score of D in 2020 to achieving leadership status just five years later. This progression was bolstered in 2023 when Apollo Tyres expanded its disclosures to encompass water security, immediately securing a B- rating. The subsequent elevation to a dual A- rating underscores robust advancements in corporate governance, risk management, and comprehensive emissions reduction initiatives.

Central to this progress is Apollo Tyres’ commitment to achieving net zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. In support of this ambitious long-term vision, the company is developing a detailed decarbonisation roadmap and will shortly announce specific, absolute near-term emission targets. This systematic approach reinforces ongoing efforts to deepen stakeholder engagement and implement science-based environmental strategies, solidifying the company’s strengthened standing within the competitive global sustainability landscape.

Rajeev Kumar Sinha, Chief Manufacturing Officer, Apollo Tyres Ltd, said “Reaching an A- rating underscores our dedication to environmental stewardship and our progress towards a low-carbon, water-secure future. We remain committed to driving meaningful action and transparency across our operations.”

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Michelin is accelerating its retail expansion in North India through strategic new partnerships. The global tyre manufacturer has inaugurated two new Michelin Tyres & Services stores in Delhi NCR region. In Noida, Michelin has collaborated with Tyre Shoppe India, an established retailer with over 25 years of industry presence and a substantial facility renowned for its technical proficiency and customer service. A separate flagship outlet has also opened in Delhi’s Model Town in partnership with Liberty Tyres, a trusted automotive specialist operating for more than two decades.

These new stores provide customers with full access to Michelin’s premium tyre portfolio alongside comprehensive automotive care. Both facilities are equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, high-precision alignment and balancing equipment and offer a complete suite of vehicle services to ensure efficient and accurate maintenance. This expansion is part of Michelin’s focused strategy to strengthen its footprint across Northern India, enhancing convenience and reliable access for motorists.

Shantanu Deshpande, Managing Director, Michelin India, said, “Delhi–NCR plays an important role in Michelin’s growth strategy for India, with its strong base of premium and performance vehicle owners. The addition of these two new Michelin Tyres & Services Stores strengthens our retail presence in the region and brings us closer to our customers. As we prepare to introduce our Made-in-India passenger car tyre range next year, expanding our network remains central to ensuring accessibility and providing consumers with world-class mobility solutions.”

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Bridgestone Retail Operations, the service and retail arm of Bridgestone Americas, has named Zachary Borden as its 2025 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician of the Year, recognising his performance across technical skills, productivity and customer service.

Borden received the award at a ceremony hosted by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, which oversees certification standards for vehicle repair and maintenance technicians in the US.

Borden joined the company’s Firestone Complete Auto Care network in Virginia Beach, Virginia, in 2016 after completing an associate degree in automotive technology at Tidewater Community College. He holds nine ASE certifications and has exceeded his service productivity rate by nearly 300 per cent for the past two years, according to the company.

Marko Ibrahim, president of Bridgestone Retail Operations, said: “Zach exemplifies the spirit of this award through his commitment to efficiency, clear and productive communication, and fostering a collaborative work environment. He is a standout technician and a trusted advisor for our customers, and it is an honour to recognise his servant leadership.”

Borden said: “Being named ASE Master Technician of the Year is truly an honour, and I’m grateful to be recognised for the quality of my work. What means the most to me is the opportunity to grow alongside a team that supports, challenges, and learns from one another every day.”

ASE Technician of the Year nominations are determined by employers based on test scores, on-the-job performance and community involvement. Bridgestone Retail Operations selects candidates from its network of more than 2,200 outlets across the US operating under the Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, Hibdon Tires Plus and Wheel Works brands.

The award follows the accreditation of Bridgestone Retail Operations’ technician-training curriculum by ASE in October. Accreditation is granted to institutions that meet established standards for technical education and is intended to support technicians in gaining ASE certifications throughout their careers.

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