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Yokohama Rubber begins OE tyre supply for BYD’s SEALION 6 DM-i SUV in China
August 07, 2025
Yokohama Rubber has secured its first original equipment (OE) supply deal with BYD, providing ADVAN V61 tyres for the new SEALION 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid SUV. The move marks Yokohama’s strategic entry into China’s growing electric and hybrid vehicle seg
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Sumitomo Rubber’s Tyre Unit Clears Japan Antitrust Probe With Commitment Plan
August 07, 2025
Sumitomo Rubber Industries announced that a Japan Fair Trade Commission investigation into its subsidiary Dunlop Tyre Japan’s all-season tyre sales has concluded with no Antimonopoly Act violations. The case was resolved after the company submitted a co
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Bekaert Warns Of Weakening Demand As Tariffs And FX Weigh On Outlook
August 04, 2025
Belgium-based steel wire specialist Bekaert delivered resilient first-half 2025 results, as strong cash generation and cost controls helped offset softer sales volumes and currency headwinds. Despite a 5.2% drop in consolidated sales to €1.9 billion and
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Orion CFO Jeff Glajch To Retire In Q4
August 04, 2025
Jeff Glajch, the Chief Financial Officer of Orion S.A., a multinational speciality chemicals firm, will retire early in the fourth quarter of 2025, the company stated today.
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Tire Society Announces Global Participation for 44th Annual Conference in Ohio
August 01, 2025
The Tire Society has announced its technical paper lineup for the 44th Annual Conference on Tire Science & Technology, to be held from September 23–25, 2025, at the University of Akron. This year’s theme, centered on sustainability, will bring togethe
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Continental Appoints Wyatt D Hamilton Sr As Sales Director For US RE Truck Tyre Division
July 27, 2025
Continental Tire the Americas has named Wyatt D Hamilton Sr as the new Director of Sales for its US Truck Tire Replacement division. With over 20 years of industry expertise, Hamilton will lead strategic efforts to expand market share, enhance customer re
