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Mexico’s Rise As Bridgestone’s Strategic Hub
August 17, 2026
Bridgestone’s Americas business generates the largest share of the group’s global revenue, and Mexico’s role within that structure has changed markedly, according to Araujo. Where the country was once viewed primarily as a manufacturing and producti
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Mexico was once JK Tyre’s factory. Now it’s the plan
August 14, 2026
The Mexican business, Compañía Hulera Tornel, S.A. de C.V. (CHT), is not a recent bolt-on. It was established in Mexico City on 9th November 1951. JK Tyre today holds a 99.98 percent stake in JK Tornel S.A. de C.V. and its group entities. “In the rece
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European Tyre Demand Strengthens In Second Quarter As Truck Segment Leads Growth
August 13, 2026
European replacement tyre demand strengthened in the second quarter of 2026, led by strong growth in truck and bus tyres, while trade flows shifted away from China towards south-east Asian suppliers following new EU anti-dumping duties. _________________
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Fennell Tyres International Expands Into Bunbury With Acquisition Of Local Specialist
August 13, 2026
Fennell Tyres International, part of the Magna Tyres Group, has acquired Bunbury's Tyre Specialists, extending its South West Western Australia footprint from 17 August. About five staff join the business, which will continue trading under the Fennell nam
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Made In India, Built For Premium
August 13, 2026
Michelin is positioning the Primacy 5 at the top end of India’s replacement tyre market, and its performance claims have been measured against what it considers the strongest competitors in the segment.
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Michelin Expands Chennai Retail Network With Four New Service Outlets
August 12, 2026
Michelin has opened four new retail and service outlets in Chennai, expanding its network across key locations in the city. The move aligns with the launch of its made-in-India Primacy 5 tyres and reflects growing demand for premium vehicle services in In
