Reise Moto, a leading manufacturer of premium tyres and a leading name in premium motorcycle accessories and apparel, has unveiled TraceRad, its new range of premium steel radial tyres targeted for motorcycle segment.

The company states that TraceRad steel radial tyres come with a zero-degree steel belt technology that offers higher precision, better handling and durability, setting new benchmarks for ride quality and handling.

The TraceRad tyres promise unmatched performance at a competitive introductory price of INR 6,199 for the rear tyre and INR 5,199 for the front tyre. Additionally, the tyres also come with a 6-year manufacturing warranty. These tyres have been engineered for some of the most popular motorcycle models in the Indian market, including the KTM Duke (200, 250, 390), KTM RC (200, 390), Suzuki Gixxer 250, TVS Apache RR310, Bajaj Dominar 400, Triumph Speed 400 and the Aprilia RS 457.  

Yogesh Mahansaria, Founder & MD, Reise Moto said, “The TraceRad marks a ground-breaking advancement in radial tyre technology, redefining expectations for precision, handling and durability. With innovative features like the 'Dual Radii' cavity profile and 'Zero Degree' steel belt, along with optimised stiffness for the casing, the TraceRad ensures superior performance and control. We’ve used a special grade synthetic rubber combined with natural rubber for enhanced durability. Rigorous testing on tracks like NATRAX in India and Oulton Park in the UK has proven its ability to deliver excellent handling, comfort and high-speed performance—even in extreme weather conditions. Our commitment is to deliver a product that empowers fast-paced enthusiasts to push boundaries while ensuring maximum safety and long-term performance.”

With this launch, Reise Moto aims to become a leader in performance motorcycling products, particularly in the niche segment of radial tyres. The company states that radial tyres are a small, but growing, niche in India, and the Reise Moto Team plans to build a comprehensive portfolio that serves motorcyclists riding anything from 150cc to 2000cc motorcycles.

With the recent launch of Reise Moto’s exclusive brick-and-mortar store in Mumbai, the brand aims to significantly deepen its market penetration.

“Although our journey is still in its early stages, the overwhelming support from the motorcycling community have been incredibly inspiring. This response fuels our relentless drive to bring world-class products tailored specifically for Indian motorcyclists. Our ambition is not just to meet the expectations of fast-paced enthusiast but to exceed them—by consistently pushing the boundaries of innovation, performance and safety,” concluded Mahansaria.

The National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA) celebrated the achievements of the UK tyre industry at its 95th Annual Dinner and 11th Tyre Industry Awards (TIAs) ceremony.

The event, sponsored by Maritime Cargo Services, attracted over 600 attendees from across the industry, including manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, retailers, retreaders, and automotive aftermarket suppliers.

The evening’s entertainment featured renowned ventriloquist Paul Zerdin, who captivated the audience with his exceptional talent.

The 2024 winners of the TIAs were announced as follows:

Installation of Honorary Life Members: Martin O’Brien O’Brien and Gavin White

National Chairman’s Award for Outstanding Contribution: Gary Oliver

Chief Executive’s Round and Black Award: Richard Goddard and Derek Firminger

National Tyre Technician Apprentice of the Year: Jakub Zaremba, STS Tyre Pros

Tyre Industry Environmental & Sustainable Solution of the Year: Continental Tyre Group

TRA (RRS) Member of the Year: Murfitts Industries Ltd

REACT Commercial Tyre Technician of the Year: Charlie Howard, Universal Commercial Fleet Services

Commercial Tyre Service Provider of the Year: Kerr’sKerr’s Tyres Group

Truck and Agricultural Tyre Supplier of the Year: Kirkby Tyres Ltd

Aftermarket Equipment Supplier of the Year: Rema Tip Top Automotive UK Ltd

Industry Marketing Campaign of the Year: Hankook Tyre UK Ltd

Product Innovation of the Year: DASOS MICHAELIDES, DM Training Solutions (NI) Ltd

Staff Training and Development Initiative of the Year: Lodge Tyre Company Ltd

Tyre Wholesaler of the Year: Kirkby Tyres Ltd

Tyre Manufacturer of the Year: Pirelli Tyres Ltd

Small Tyre Retailer of the Year Award: Tyre-Smart (Essex) Ltd

Medium Tyre Retailer of the Year Award: Merityre Specialists Ltd

Large Tyre Retailer of the Year Award: Lodge Tyre Company Ltd

Overall Tyre Retailer of the Year Award: Lodge Tyre Company Ltd

Steelastic, a leading supplier for tyre component production equipment, and a part of Heico Group company, has appointed Patrick Morocco as its new President.

He comes with more than two decades and has worked in various roles across the manufacturing space. Morocco was till recently the president of Bartell Machinery Systems, a Heico Group company.

Steelastic provides a complete line of belt, body ply, cap strip and automated apex systems for passenger car, truck and bus, off-the-road and aircraft tyre manufacturing. It claims to have more than 900 calenderless systems operating in more than 55 countries around the world, and is a leading partner for tyre makers for nimble, cost-effective production.

Morocco has more than 11 years in the tyre capital equipment industry, and has been appointed to lead Steelastic to new heights as a global leader in the industry by offering customers the quality systems and services they need for success.

Mexico has imposed anti-dumping duties on imported passenger cars and light truck tyres from China, effective 1 October 2024. The highest tax rate is 32.24 percent.

The duties apply to new radial pneumatic tyres with a nominal inner diameter of 13 to 22 inches. The investigation into Chinese tyre dumping began in November 2022, following a complaint filed by the Brazilian subsidiary of a leading tyre company and the Brazilian National Rubber Industry Association.

The Mexican government determined that Chinese tyre manufacturers were selling their products in Mexico at below-market prices, harming domestic producers. Most Chinese tyre manufacturers face an anti-dumping duty rate of 14.82 percent, but individual rates vary. Zhengdao Tire has the lowest rate at 5.18 percent, while Zhaoqing Junhong, Hankook Tire Chongqing Factory, and other manufacturers face the highest rate of 32.24 percent.

The German Rubber Industry Association (wdk) has identified a significant shortfall in used tyre statistics in Germany, raising concerns about data accuracy on tyre recycling and potential illegal exports.

Despite the ongoing trend toward recycling old tyres, disposal companies and recyclers have reported declining quantities on the German market. Evidence suggests that some tyres are being exported to non-EU countries for incineration or non-environmentally friendly recycling methods.

The wdk’s latest statistics for 2023 reveal a discrepancy of 87,000 tonnes of tyres, the whereabouts of which cannot be accounted for. This figure aligns with the estimated 100,000 tons of missing tyres reported by disposal companies and recyclers.

“The latest old tyre statistics from the wdk now seem to confirm this assessment for 2023. For the first time, we have identified a significant quantity of tyres, amounting to 87,000 tonnes, whose whereabouts are unclear. This volume cannot be reconciled with either the official statistics or the quantities reported by the disposal companies. Rather, this figure is close to the estimated 100,000 tonnes of missing old tyres that old tyre disposal companies and recyclers assume,” says Stephan Rau, Technical Director at wdk.

To address this issue, the wdk has been advocating for stricter regulations on used tyre collection and disposal. The association calls for certified disposal companies to collect and pre-sort tyres according to their intended use, ensuring that they are reused or recycled responsibly.

The Allianz Zukunft Reifen (AZuR) initiative also supports these efforts, emphasizing the importance of reliable data for effective tyre recycling. By implementing stricter regulations, Germany can strengthen its circular economy for used tyres and promote sustainable practices.