Goodyear has launched “Fast Is In Us,” a global campaign celebrating its iconic Eagle performance tire family, positioning the brand at the forefront of the performance driving segment. The campaign debuted at the Kentucky Derby on May 1, 2026, marking…
In the 1960s, Goodyear experimented with a revolutionary translucent tire that could be dyed different colors and illuminated from within. The tire, made from a polyurethane-based material called neothane, was designed to improve visibility in poor weather and potentially function…
The global rubber and tire sector showed mixed performance over the past fortnight, with share prices fluctuating across major manufacturers while raw material costs and financial results painted a nuanced picture of the industry’s health. Bridgestone’s stock dipped 1.0% to…
Yokohama Rubber Co has outlined its new mid-term plan, YX2029, which targets significant expansion and restructuring of its global tire production network over the next three years. The plan includes the development of a ‘hybrid’ plant in Mexico, set to…
The global rubber and tire sector showed mixed signals this week, with share prices swinging across major manufacturers while raw material costs and financial results painted a nuanced picture of recovery and volatility. Bridgestone’s stock rose 3.5% to ¥4,129, while…
Indian Oil Corp is set to commission its polybutadiene rubber (PBR) plant at Panipat, northern India, by the end of 2026, with a production capacity of 60 kilotonnes per annum (ktpa). The project, which was initially scheduled for start-up in…
The demand for replacement tires in the EU has strengthened in the second quarter of 2026, with all segments except farm tires registering year-on-year growth. According to Tyres Europe, demand for consumer tires rose by 3% year-on-year in the second…
The rubber and tire industry has seen various developments over the last week, with key players reporting their financial results and share price trends. Selected tire manufacturers’ share-price trends show a mix of increases and decreases, with Hankook experiencing an…
Cabot Corp. has reported a decline in earnings for its Reinforcement Materials business, which primarily produces rubber grade carbon black, despite a growth in volumes. For the quarter ended June 30, segment EBIT fell 24% year-on-year to $97 million, while…
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has reported a significant decline in second-quarter operating earnings and a widened net loss, despite improved market stability. For the second quarter ended 30 June, the US tire maker reported a net loss of $204…