Marcus Webb The European tire industry body Tyres Europe has criticized the European Commission’s proposed Energy Labelling Omnibus package, arguing that while some measures aim to streamline administrative processes, others risk adding unnecessary red tape for manufacturers. In a statement issued on…
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has confirmed that executive vice president and chief financial officer Christina Zamarro is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity. In an SEC filing dated 26 June 2026, the Akron, Ohio-based tire manufacturer stated that…
Japanese automotive components giant Sumitomo Riko is opening a dedicated research and development facility in India to help local automakers meet the demands of vehicle electrification and tightening emissions rules. The new subsidiary, SumiRiko Research & Development India Pvt. Ltd.,…
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has decided to uphold existing anti-dumping and countervailing duties on passenger vehicle and light-truck (PC/LT) tires imported from China after a five-year sunset review. In a 23 June ruling, the commission concluded that lifting…
The Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC) has painted a mixed picture for the global natural rubber (NR) market, forecasting both price appreciation opportunities and heightened volatility in the coming months. In its May monthly review, the ANRPC cited…
Your automatic transmission fluid (ATF) isn’t just a lubricant—it’s a diagnostic tool. Whether your car rolls with a conventional automatic, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), or a dual-clutch transmission (DCT), the color of the fluid can reveal critical clues about…
The auto industry has seen numerous innovations and technological developments over the years, from disc brakes to three-point seatbelts, making cars safer, more efficient, and useful. However, as technology advances, older cars can become outdated and potentially obsolete. According to…
Diesel engines and Corvettes aren’t a pairing that immediately springs to mind, but a handful of builders have flipped the script by stuffing oil-burning mills into America’s sports car. The results range from farm-bound beater trucks to full-blown drag monsters,…
BMW M Team WRT’s four-race podium streak in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship came to a close at Watkins Glen, where the #24 BMW M Hybrid V8 finished fourth in the GTP class. Sheldon van der Linde (RSA) and Dries…
In the early 1970s, Kawasaki’s Mach IV H2 750 became infamous as “The Widowmaker”—a two-stroke triple that delivered brutal acceleration but demanded a rider’s full attention. With a 748cc air-cooled two-stroke triple churning out 74 horsepower, the H2 could hit…