JK Tyre & Industries, one of the leading tyre manufacturers in the country, has kicked off its annual JK Tyre-WIAA Women’s Rally to the Valley 2025 from the National Sports Club of India (NSCI) in Worli, Mumbai.

The annual event presented by JK Tyre is organised by the Western India Automobile Association (WIAA). This year's event saw participation from more than 300 women in around 100 cars. It is organised in the TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) format and offers an exciting motorsport experience that unites women from diverse backgrounds.

This year’s event was flagged off by Pooja Batra, acclaimed Indian actress and model, Praveen Gupta, Chief Marketing Officer, JK Tyre & Industries and Nitin Dossa, Executive Chairman, WIAA.

Sanjay Sharma, Head – Corporate Communication & Motorsport, JK Tyre, said, "For over a decade, JK Tyre has been committed to breaking barriers and making motorsport more inclusive for women. The JK Tyre – WIAA Women’s Rally to Valley has grown into a marquee event that not only celebrates the spirit of motorsports but also amplifies important social causes. We are thrilled to see the enthusiasm among participants and look forward to concluding this rally in total control.”

The JK Tyre-WIAA Women’s Rally to the Valley 2025 saw participants raise awareness around various social causes such as road safety, women’s empowerment, sustainability, honouring women traffic police and the 'Save the Soil' movement.

Nitin Dossa, said, “The goal of the annual women’s rally is to advocate legislation and policies for women’ empowerment and for their working rights. We push for girl child education and fight against sexual harassment. Today’s woman is no longer a dependant soul. She is independent, self-reliant, and capable of achieving anything she sets her mind to. These rallies have gained tremendous popularity and are now a matter of pride and keen interest for all automobile owners.”

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Vaculug, Europe’s largest independent retreader producing high-quality OTR and truck retread tyres for fleets across the UK and Europe, has launched the ZEXY Range, a bold new line of versatile tyres designed for performance and durability, at the 2025 Road Transport Expo (RTX) last week.

Engineered to tackle every road condition, the ZEXY Range promises unmatched reliability for drivers seeking top-tier performance. Whether for long-haul journeys or urban commutes, the collection offers a tyre suited to every need.

More details about the ZEXY Range are available on the company’s official website.

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Michelin has introduced its new X Multi Z2 all-position tyre in sizes 11R22.5 and 295/75R22.5, engineered for food logistics, urban delivery and transit operations. This regional tyre delivers durability and reliable traction in harsh weather, helping fleets maintain efficiency without increasing costs.

SmartWay-verified and 3PMSF-rated, the X Multi Z2 offers 20 percent more mileage and 17 percent lower rolling resistance than its predecessor, the XZE2. These gains come from Michelin’s Regenion technology, which enhances tread efficiency for long-lasting traction. The tyre also features Powercoil technology for improved casing durability, ensuring dependable performance throughout its lifespan. Designed for cost-conscious fleets, the X Multi Z2 balances performance and economy for mission-critical operations.

Pierluigi Cumo, VP – B2B Marketing, Michelin North America, Inc, said, “In the high-stakes world of delivery and logistics, your schedule is only as reliable as your tyres. The Michelin X Multi Z2 tyre is designed to help regional fleets achieve promised deliveries. Urban mobility and logistics thrive on precision, and Michelin X Multi Z2 tyres are the foundation that can keep fleets moving when every minute matters. Michelin's track record speaks for itself delivering on its promise of unmatched quality and endurance in every product it creates. When performance is non-negotiable and reliability is essential, Michelin stands as the benchmark of quality the world drives on.”

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Forvia and Michelin, co-shareholders of Symbio together with Stellantis, have provided several crucial explanations in the wake of a press release dated 15 July 2025 regarding Symbio's future.

In May, Stellantis notified Michelin and Forvia that it will cease its hydrogen-related operations by 2026. Stellantis, a co-shareholder and Symbio's largest client, has long aimed to influence the hydrogen mobility market for light commercial vehicles, so this sudden change comes as a surprise, according to Michelin’s 16 July statement, because about 80 percent of Symbio's anticipated manufacturing volume comes from Stellantis' orders alone.

Based on Stellantis' stated needs for the next eight years, Symbio has scaled its recruiting, investments and development plan during the last two years. All shareholders, including Stellantis's own teams, have verified the technology and functionality of Symbio's systems. More recently, Symbio was ready to manufacture hydrogen fuel cells for Stellantis vehicles that qualified for this programme as part of the French government's call for proposals, which was released in April 2025.

The statement further said that Symbio will suffer permanent operational and financial repercussions as a result of Stellantis' choice, adding that Forvia and Michelin are especially worried about how it would affect Symbio's 50 employees overseas and its 590 employees in France. Forvia and Michelin are in frequent communication with the government in this regard.

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The European Court of First Instance partially annulled the European Commission's decision regarding searches conducted in January 2024 as part of an antitrust probe into possible cartel activity in the tire industry. Michelin acknowledged the 9 July 2025 ruling, expressing satisfaction with the outcome. The company stated it would not appeal the decision but remains committed to defending its position as the investigation continues into other periods flagged by the Commission.

This development suggests procedural or jurisdictional flaws in the initial raids, though the broader inquiry persists. Michelin's response indicates cautious cooperation while maintaining its stance on compliance and legal rights. The case highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny in the automotive sector, with potential implications for competition enforcement practices.

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