Continental introduced a truck tyre, Conti Scandinavia Extreme HD3, which is a drive-axle tyre, for the Scandinavian region.

The tyre is meant to be used mainly in Norway, Sweden and Finland where the temperature drops up to -50 degree Celsius and where trucks have to operate in extreme snow and ice conditions making the driving very though.

According to Continental, the Conti Scandinavia Extreme HD3 can handle oversized load conditions and high torque and is particularly recommended for trucks with only one drive axle which have challenges to get traction.

The first tyre size available now is 295/80 R 22.5 while the sizes 315/80 R 22.5 and 315/70 R 22.5 are going to follow by the middle of next year.

The new Conti Scandinavia Extreme HD3 contains wide lateral shoulder grooves that ensure maximum traction on soft snow throughout the life of the tyre. The high content of natural rubber in the rubber compound provides high elasticity even at extremely low temperatures (down to minus 50 C) and best grip. The sipes with anti-slip design of the three-dimensional sipe surface have a dual function: they act as an interlocking structure between the blocks to reduce slippage and deformation; at the same time, they provide more surface area for optimum grip on snowy roads and thus greater traction. The tread pattern with variable sipes of different depth increases the mechanical stability of the blocks. A "tube" attached to the underside of the sipes reduces stress build-up in the tread pattern and thus increases the mileage of the tyre.

Lutz Stäbner, Head of Product Management for Continental truck and bus tyres in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), explains the company’s aspiration: “Continental has a large expertise and knowledge of winter tires performance that has been used to design dedicated truck product lines to cover each need, this means on one hand the specialists to cover extreme applications and on the other hand generalists to cover all-around winter applications. Focal points for us are always maximum safety of the drivers and smooth vehicle operations, even in extreme conditions.”

Janne Pohjanen, CEO of Pohjaset Oy, located in Keminmaa, Finland reports about his experience as one of the tire testers: “We transport products for the forest industry in Northern Finland where weather conditions in recent years have been very variable and they can fluctuate quickly from very cold and harsh frosts to plus-degree conditions. The annual mileage of our trucks achieves up to 400,000km with a total weight in our combinations with up to 76 tons. When the weather varies from summer to winter on the same trip, the tires must be reliable, and we clearly saw during our tests that the Conti Scandinavia Extreme HD3 managed all these challenges and was better in every way compared to other tires that we’ve used in the same application before. Grip, directional stability and traction during start-up were good and that is most important for us.”

Apollo Tyres Ltd has secured a one-season shirt-sleeve sponsorship agreement with AS Monaco, one of French football's most successful clubs, to increase awareness for its premium Vredestein brand.

This partnership will leverage Ligue 1's ranking as the fifth most watched football league in the world to raise awareness of Vredestein's award-winning products among a large audience in France and abroad. On November 22, AS Monaco's home league game against Brest will have the new sleeve branding for the first time. The Vredestein brand will be heavily promoted at Stade Louis-II for the 2024–2025 season, including on player sleeves and LED screens around the field. Exclusive social media initiatives will further help make the brand prominent, reaching a large and interested audience.

Yves Pouliquen, Vice President – Commercial, Europe, Apollo Tyres, said, “This partnership is an exciting opportunity to strengthen Vredestein’s presence in one of our key markets. AS Monaco’s rich history and commitment to excellence mirror our focus on performance and innovation. We look forward to building a successful relationship with the club and celebrating its achievements this season.”

Thibaut Chatelard, Marketing and Revenue Director, AS Monaco, said: “We are delighted to welcome Apollo Tyres and its Vredestein brand to the family of AS Monaco partners. This collaboration makes sense in view of the values we share, such as the constant pursuit of performance and excellence. There’s no doubt that this new support will be precious for the rest of our season, which promises to be thrilling.”

Nexen Tire, a leading global tyre manufacturer, has launched the Nexen N´Blue S tyre, adding to its range of summer tyres and providing drivers with advanced safety, energy efficiency and superior driving stability in wet and dry conditions.

Developed using highly dispersed silica and equipped with an optimised structural design, the Nexen N´Blue S tyre provides reduced road noise and improved driving stability. The tyre features an innovative tread compound, formulated with hydrophilic fillers and microstructure-controlled polymers, and provides lower rolling resistance and exceptional dry and wet grip. The tyre also excelled in test results by demonstrating an 11 percent improvement in wet braking distance compared to its predecessor.

Apart from providing excellent performance, the Nexen  N´Blue S also scores high on the sustainability index. The tyre provides an eco-friendly solution for environmentally conscious drivers by minimising fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The Nexen N´Blue S summer tyre is available in 58 sizes, which makes it compatible with different types of vehicles.

Kumho Tire Vietnam Co., Ltd. is all set to expand its investment project in Binh Duong province of Vietnam, with the phase 3 of expansion commencing in early 2025. This was discussed at a recent meeting between Vo Van Minh, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee (PPC), and Kim Hyun Ho, General Director of Kumho Tire Vietnam Co., Ltd.

The meeting was held on 13 November at the Administrative Centre of Binh Duong province, as per an official statement. Apart from the company’s investment till date and the planned investment for phase 3, the two also discussed about the challenges and obstacles regarding procedures and processes to have more land funds to expand the manufacturing plant, along with taking measures to tackle the obstacles. Kim Hyun Ho also conveyed to the PPC Chairman that Kumho Tire Vietnam Co., Ltd. belongs to South Korea's Kumho Tire Group and is currently ranked 10th in the car tyre manufacturing industry.

The company had invested in a tyre manufacturing plant in My Phuoc 3 Industrial Park in 2007 with a total initial investment of USD 308 million, which was supplemented by another USD 300 million in 2021. This extended the factory scale to six hectares and increased the production capacity to 12.5 million tyres annually. With the expansion in early 2025, the company will raise its total investment to USD 908 million and increase the factory's production capacity to 17 million tyres annually. The expanded capacity is expected to be operational by early 2026.

Yokohama-ATG, a leading manufacturer of all-terrain and off-the-road tyres, has expanded its Galaxy MFS 101 SDS range of forklift tyres with the launch of white, non-marking tyres.

The Galaxy MFS 101 SDS range consists of puncture-proof SDS tyres with extended wear limits designed for high-intensity working shifts and long durability. These are premium, solid rubber tyres developed for tough demands, a long service life and high driving comfort. The addition of white, non-marking tyres is specifically aimed at clean working environments.

Marked by a 3-stage construction process, the forklift tyres feature reduced heat build-up, effective shock absorption and minimised vibrations. The pattern design guarantees a smooth ride and good steerability thanks to its continuous centre lug and circumferential grooves. Furthermore, the flat walls and wide flat profile offer excellent stability when using a forklift for vertical stacking. The tyres are also equipped with anti-slip steel beads for improved rim fitment

In a case study on a CAT 2.5-tonne forklift that was used for handling heavy pallets on asphalt, the Galaxy MFS 101 SDS outshone the competitors with impressive performance. The tyre delivered an approximate 900 working hours before replacement against competitors’ 500 working hours.