Scandinavian Enviro Systems has received a recovered pyrolysis oil order worth MSEK 2 from the subsidiary of a leading US oil company. The oil will be used for production tests at a European oil refinery owned by the oil company, Enviro said in a statement. Completion of the transaction is conditional upon Enviro’s recovered oil gaining a registration in accordance with the EU chemicals regulation, REACH. The company expects to obtain a REACH registration for the oil as an intermediate during the second quarter of 2022. 

Enviro said the oil company is one of the five largest oil companies in the US and the oil will be used to conduct production tests to determine how suitable it is as feedstock for the production of different biofuels. The oil will be produced at Enviro’s recycling plant in Åsensbruk. The plant is based on Enviro’s patented recycling technology for end-of-life vehicle tyres and the oil and carbon black produced at the plant were both certified in accordance with the global sustainability certification system ISCC in September last year. 

To be finalised, Enviro’s oil must also be approved in accordance with the EU REACH regulation. Other manufacturers have already obtained registrations for pyrolysis oil in accordance with the regulation. REACH is a regulation of the European Union, adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals. Enviro expects to obtain a REACH registration of its oil as an intermediate during the second quarter of 2022. 

Thomas Sörensson, CEO, Enviro, said, “This is the first major order from an oil company and is a milestone for Enviro’s development as it signals a clear acceptance of the commercial potential of our pyrolysis oil. Accordingly, this transaction also improves our opportunities to secure off-take agreements for the oil we recover.”  

The ISCC certification of pyrolysis oil from the plant in Åsensbruk is crucial for enabling Enviro to conduct large-scale commercial trading in the oil. Several companies in the oil and chemicals industries have shown interest in using recovered pyrolysis oil in their production for sustainability reasons. The price level on which the order now received is based also confirms the revenue calculations communicated earlier by Enviro regarding the company’s future, full-scale recycling plants. 

Sörensson added, “The stricter requirements concerning sustainability from the authorities, politicians, consumers and investors has increased the interest in our recovered pyrolysis oil markedly in the past few years. Having our recovered materials, such as oil and carbon black, ISCC certified is a significant achievement and makes it possible for the oil industry and the chemicals industry to become more sustainable and circular.” (TT) 

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Pirelli will bring the E1089 soft-compound development front tyre to Moto2 riders for the Austrian Grand Prix next weekend. The tyre, which debuted at Aragón and drew positive feedback, shares the SC1's structure but uses a different compound. At the Red Bull Ring, with its many braking zones and heavy decelerations, the E1089 could deliver greater stability, especially under braking. The range SC1 completes the front allocation, allowing riders to compare both options directly.

For the rear, Pirelli is confirming last year's allocation, offering the SCX supersoft. In 2024, as the E0126 development specification, it won both qualifying and the race. The range SC0 soft serves as the alternative, also present at the Red Bull Ring last year as a development solution and potentially useful if temperatures drop.

In Moto3, both axles will have the SC1 soft and SC2 medium compounds. In 2025, Argentina's Valentin Perrone (KTM) took Saturday's pole and Sunday's victory using the SC2 front and SC1 rear, the latter unanimously selected by the entire grid, while the two front options were chosen equally.

The Red Bull Ring is atypical, just over four kilometres long with only 11 corners, eight right and three left. Its layout demands braking stability, strong corner entry and good traction out of slow corners. The asphalt generally offers low grip with limited wear, and weather could matter greatly, as this year's race falls in early autumn rather than mid-August, meaning potentially lower temperatures.

Giorgio Barbier, Pirelli Motorcycle Racing Director, said, “The Austrian Grand Prix represents a further opportunity to continue the development work on Moto2™ front tyres, which began in Aragón and continued at Misano. On a track that differs significantly from MotorLand Aragón, with severe braking, strong acceleration and few high-speed corners, we will once again make the E1089 soft front specification available. This will allow us to broaden its evaluation and continue the comparison with the range SC1. The objective is to gather further data and feedback that will be useful for the development of this solution.

“At the rear, we are confirming last year’s allocation with the SCX, which also originated as a development tyre. Introduced in 2025 as the E0126 specification and subsequently added to the range, it is now the category benchmark. If weather conditions are favourable, it will be interesting to assess the performance gains compared with last season, both over a flying lap and across race distance. In the event of lower temperatures, riders will also have the range SC0 soft at their disposal, which was introduced at the Red Bull Ring in 2025 as the E0125 development solution. The Austrian event will also be particularly relevant looking ahead. On the Monday following the race, the Spielberg circuit will host a private test session dedicated to the tyres that will be used by the premier class next season, providing an important opportunity to continue data collection and development work ahead of Pirelli’s debut as the World Championship single tyre supplier.”

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Italian bicycle tyre manufacturer Vittoria has expanded its RideArmor tyre lineup with a new 700×42c size, enhancing the versatility of its most durable and puncture-resistant road tyre. The addition addresses the evolving demands of modern endurance and gravel race bikes, which now feature greater tyre clearance and more compliant geometries. The larger volume improves vibration absorption, grip, stability and confidence while also delivering aerodynamic benefits on bikes designed for wider rubber.

The RideArmor’s construction centres on reliability for commuters, trainers, bikepackers and all-road riders. Its ArmorSkin sidewall layer shields against cuts and abrasions on rough surfaces, while a Kevlar bead-to-bead belt provides comprehensive puncture resistance across the entire tread. A Graphene + Silica compound and 100 TPI nylon casing further ensure high mileage, and a slick tread design keeps rolling resistance low for efficient riding.

All sizes are compatible with tubeless-ready and inner-tube setups and are e-bike ready. The tyre serves everyday cyclists needing dependable puncture protection, year-round trainers prioritising consistency over weight, bikepackers carrying gear far from home and gravel riders navigating mixed surfaces. The new 42 mm size joins the Corsa PRO Control in Vittoria’s wider road range, with both offered in 38 and 42 mm.

RideArmor remains Vittoria’s most resistant option, focused on durability, puncture protection and high mileage rather than racing performance. Available from 26 mm to 42 mm, it provides a reliable solution for daily road training, commuting, long-distance bikepacking and light-gravel adventures, offering complete peace of mind across diverse riding conditions.

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Nokian Tyres has announced that its Hakkapeliitta 01 studded winter tyre is now available for purchase at tyre shops worldwide, roughly six months after unveiling the product. The Hakkapeliitta 01 represents a significant step forward in the brand’s rich history, introducing On-Demand Grip technology that allows studs to enter ‘OFF’ and ‘ON’ modes in response to driving conditions.

The Hakkapeliitta 01 was introduced in March at Nokian Tyres' Ivalo Test Center, situated north of the Arctic Circle in Finland. Dealer pre-sales for the tyre outperformed the company's expectations, a result highlighted in Nokian Tyres' half-year financial report. Designed for passenger cars, crossovers and sport utility vehicles, the new tyre is aimed primarily at the Nordic markets of Finland, Sweden and Norway, alongside United States, Canada and Japan.

The commercial launch coincides with the 90th anniversary of the Hakkapeliitta product family. Nokian Tyres has tested tyres at its Ivalo facility, one of the world's largest company-owned proving grounds and located about 235 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, since 1986. Throughout the winter season, the company is sharing information and content across its sales markets and globally to build awareness of the new tyre. Consumers in the Nordics, North America and Central Europe can purchase Hakkapeliitta models, including the Hakkapeliitta 01, at tyre shops this fall.

Paolo Pompei, President and CEO, Nokian Tyres, said, “We are very pleased about the development of the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta 01, which delivered good pre-sales in recent months. Its ability to adapt to changing winter conditions makes it popular with tyre dealers and an excellent choice for consumers who face challenging winter weather.”

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Goodyear has launched a ‘Golden Ticket’ sweepstakes offering one lucky enthusiast and a guest the chance to fly on the iconic Goodyear Blimp. The promotion runs from 15 September through 15 October 2026.

Participants can enter by purchasing a set of four Goodyear tyres through Goodyear.com or at Goodyear Auto Service and Just Tires stores, then submitting the entry form on the dedicated sweepstakes page. A random drawing will determine the winner, who will receive a flight certificate for two passengers.

The certificate can be redeemed at any of Goodyear’s three US airship bases: Akron, Ohio; Carson, California or Pompano Beach, Florida. The sweepstakes arrives as summer ends and weather becomes less predictable, encouraging drivers to prepare their vehicles.

Eligible purchases span Goodyear’s portfolio, including the Eagle F1 All Season, Wrangler Outbound AT, Assurance WeatherReady 2 and ElectricDrive 2. Buyers using Goodyear.com may also select Goodyear Mobile Garage, which dispatches a van and certified technician to install tyres at a chosen location. To enter without making a purchase, persons may submit an entry via the Official Entry Form.

David Cichocki, Managing Director, Americas & Chief Sales Officer at Goodyear, said, "We've been known to say, 'Blimps Are Cool. Buy Tires’, and this sweepstakes brings those two things together in a memorable way. Whether you purchase from the comfort of home through Goodyear.com or visit a Goodyear Auto Service or Just Tires location, you'll be driving on tyres you can brag about and have the chance to experience something truly iconic – a ride on the Goodyear Blimp."

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