Swedish automotive software leader NIRA Dynamics AB and BANF Smart Tire System of South Korea have announced a new partnership aimed at significantly enhancing vehicle safety and predictive maintenance for commercial vehicles. The collaboration will see BANF integrate its high-frequency tyre sensors into NIRA's established software ecosystem.

This strategic alliance aims to disrupt Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), providing commercial fleets and automakers with unprecedented real-time insights into tyre health and road safety. NIRA Dynamics, founded in 2001, is a global automotive software powerhouse with its technologies deployed in over 120 million vehicles worldwide, including an indirect TPMS (iTPMS) that has surpassed 110 million units sold.

Under the agreement, NIRA will incorporate BANF's triaxial tyre sensors into its Road Surface Information (RSI) and Wheel Safety Insights (WSI) platforms. These platforms already utilise existing vehicle sensor data and proprietary algorithms for functions like tyre grip estimation, tread wear analysis and loose wheel detection.

BANF's key innovation lies in its Smart Profiler system, which wirelessly powers internal tyre sensors directly from the vehicle battery, overcoming the challenge of continuous power and real-time data transmission from rotating tyres. This integration will significantly enhance NIRA's capabilities, particularly for monitoring commercial vehicle loads and dual-tyre setups, by providing sensor data at high sampling rates of 1kHz and 4kHz.

Otto Johansson, Head of Innovation at NIRA Dynamics, said, "This collaboration accelerates our vision of creating a comprehensive vehicle intelligence network. While our software solutions already process data from millions of vehicles, adding specialised hardware enables new use cases in predictive maintenance and ADAS applications."

NIRA's evolution from software-only tyre pressure monitoring to multi-layered safety systems is evident in its flagship Tyre Pressure Indicator (TPI) technology, which has eliminated the need for physical sensors in many applications, significantly reducing electronic waste. The company has also collaborated with automotive giants like Volkswagen Group on innovations such as Road Surface Alerts.

The partnership also addresses critical safety needs in commercial vehicles. NIRA's Loose Wheel Indicator (LWI), already deployed in Audi vehicles, will now be extended to heavy-duty vehicles through the BANF collaboration, aiming to mitigate the thousands of annual wheel detachment incidents reported.

For fleet operators, the integrated system promises substantial operational benefits. NIRA's Winter Road Insights product, which helps optimise road maintenance, combined with BANF's wear prediction algorithms, is expected to lead to reduced tyre replacement costs and improved fuel efficiency.

Ron Yoogun Lee, Head of Business Development, BANF, said, “Our goal is to enhance cost-effectiveness, save lives and preserve the environment by digitising tyres, which are the last analog domain in the mobility industry.”

Looking ahead, NIRA's technology roadmap includes developing ‘grip maps’ for SAE Level 2-3 autonomous vehicles and leveraging data from millions of vehicles to create AI models for predictive infrastructure maintenance, further solidifying its position at the forefront of automotive innovation.

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Finnish tyre maker Nokian Tyres has launched an advanced sensor system for tractor tyres that automatically calculates optimal pressure levels, a technology it said would help farmers reduce fuel costs and limit soil damage.

The Intuitu 2.0 system uses built-in sensors to measure a tractor’s operating weight and working conditions, then sends pressure recommendations to farmers through a mobile application. The technology is designed for the company’s Soil King VF range of agricultural tyres.

Farmers typically need expensive equipment and lengthy calculations to determine the correct tyre pressures for different loads and field conditions. Improper pressure can compact soil, reducing crop yields and increasing fuel consumption.

“By introducing Nokian Tyres Intuitu 2.0, we are offering agricultural professionals a groundbreaking technology that delivers clear, practical benefits to improve their daily work,” Paolo Pompei, president and chief executive of Nokian Tyres, said in a statement.

The system won a silver medal at the Agritechnica Innovation Award in September, one of the agriculture industry's most recognised honours, selected by an independent panel from Germany’s DLG agricultural society.

Nokian Tyres first introduced sensor technology in its agricultural tyres in 2019 and has been developing the system to provide additional functionality.

The company said it plans to extend smart tyre features to passenger cars in future. The technology would enable tyres to communicate continuously with vehicle safety systems, providing real-time data on road surface conditions, according to Mika Penttilä, head of digital technologies at Nokian Tyres.

“In the near future, tyres will continuously communicate with vehicles’ brake and assist systems, generating real-time data on the condition of the road surface and the overall driving conditions,” Penttilä said.

The data could also be shared with fleet operators, service centres, road authorities and maintenance teams to improve overall road safety, the company said.

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Sumitomo Rubber Industries is advancing vehicle safety and performance through its SENSING CORE technology, which has been rigorously validated under the extreme demands of motorsport. This sensorless system was tested extensively on Falken Tyre’s Porsche 911 GT3 R throughout the challenging 2025 Nürburgring Endurance Series. By leveraging the tyre itself as a sensor, the technology provides continuous real-time analysis of critical data points including tyre wear, road surface conditions, load and pressure, all without needing additional physical hardware. A key safety feature is its ability to detect loose wheel nuts, thereby helping to prevent dangerous incidents on the track.

The practical benefits were clearly demonstrated during the race season. On several occasions, the system provided the team with crucial early warnings about tyre pressure loss, information that was delivered faster than by conventional sensors. This advanced notice allowed the team to proactively adjust its strategy, bringing the cars in for earlier pit stops to avoid potential damage and maintain competitive performance. The consistent reliability of SENSING CORE, even on the notoriously difficult Nordschleife circuit, confirms its robustness.

Having proven its value in a high-stakes racing environment, this technology paves the way for broader applications. Sumitomo Rubber Industries aims to leverage these insights to enhance safety, efficiency and sustainability for future mobility solutions, including the development of autonomous vehicle fleets.

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United States-based Aperia Technologies has launched ‘Nearby Issues’, a new feature on its Halo Connect platform to further enhance fleet tyre safety.

The addition, which is now available in the Halo Tech App, uses a technician’s real-time location to display trucks nearby that have tyre issues.

The company is a leading provider of tyre management technology, which focuses on providing solutions to maintain optimal tyre pressure for vehicles. It addresses the issue of tyre under-inflation, initially for the commercial trucking industry, but its expertise now extends to various vehicle architectures and markets.

Aperia's main products and services revolve around its 'Halo Tire Management Platform', which combines automatic inflation with predictive maintenance.

This new capability allows technicians, whether at a yard or on the road, to pinpoint the specific vehicles and tyres needing attention, proceed directly to the truck and resolve the issues immediately. While technicians already access tyre issue information through Halo Connect, Nearby Issues converts insight into instant, location-based action, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

Ralph Dimenna, CCO, Aperia Technologies, said, "Technicians don’t need more alerts; they need the right insights at the right time. Nearby Issues gives them a faster, smarter way to prioritise and resolve tire problems based on where they are, closing the gap between knowing an issue exists and getting it fixed."

With the new feature, technicians can:

• See What’s Nearby: View vehicles nearby that have tyre issues instantly.
• Prioritise for Action: Access a ranked list of trucks based on issue severity and count, enabling decision-making.
• Access Live Tyre Data: Connect over Bluetooth to view real-time tyre pressures and confirm that repairs are complete.
• Gain Full Transparency: Review detailed issue data, tyre health history and the vehicle’s exact location.
• Navigate with Ease: Use an interactive map with GPS positioning and severity-based colour coding.
• Stay Secure: Rely on controlled access available only to authenticated users physically near the vehicle.

Aperia Technologies stated that adding Nearby Issues to the Halo Connect platform via the Halo Tech App continues its aim to help fleets stay proactive, cut maintenance costs and maximise vehicle uptime.

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Fornnax Technology Pvt Ltd has introduced the R-MAX3300, a new secondary shredder presented as the largest in its category. The official launch occurred on 14 October 2025 at the prominent IFAT India environmental technology exhibition in Mumbai. The unveiling ceremony was a significant industry event, attended by numerous leaders from the cement and waste management sectors. Key figures present included executives from GEPIL India, Zigma Global, Prism Johnson Ltd, Shree Cement Ltd and Mangalam Cement Ltd.

This shredder is positioned as a major technological advancement for India's recycling and waste processing infrastructure. It is designed to provide a powerful solution for Cement Alternative Fuel and Resource plants as well as waste-to-energy facilities. While the established R Series shredders are known for processing high-density materials such as tyres and cables, the R-MAX3300 is specifically engineered for low-density waste streams. These targeted materials include Municipal Solid Waste, Commercial and Industrial waste, Construction and Demolition debris, bulky items, legacy waste dumps and wood waste.

The machine integrates advanced shredding technology to efficiently produce Refuse Derived Fuel and Solid Recovered Fuel, achieving an optimal output particle size between 30 and 50 millimetres. Its construction emphasises durability, operational versatility and high performance to meet the demands of large-scale industrial applications requiring consistent fuel quality.

The R-MAX3300 is built for high-volume processing of pre-shredded or coarse materials. Its applications are expected to be crucial in producing solid recovered fuel, preparing waste for composting and reducing waste volume for more cost-effective transportation. The shredder is anticipated to be a key asset in Integrated Waste Management Projects and bio-mining operations across India and international markets.

Jignesh Kundaria, Director and CEO, Fornnax Technology, said, “The R-MAX3300 represents a monumental leap forward in our vision to become a global leader by 2030 in recycling technology through innovation. With the rising challenges of waste management in India and globally, this machine is not just a product; it’s a powerful tool for change. We engineered it to handle the most difficult waste streams with unparalleled efficiency, turning what was once considered unusable waste into a valuable resource. It directly addresses the urgent demand for effective, large-scale shredding technology that can support cement kilns and waste-to-energy facilities in achieving the desired output. Our commitment goes beyond just selling machinery; it's about empowering our customers to achieve lasting efficiency, sustainability and growth. We see ourselves as a trusted partner who stands beside them at every step – from technology deployment to ongoing support, ensuring they can rely on Fornnax not only for performance but also for consistency, dependability and long-term value.”

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