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Another step towards smarter vehicles

From futuristic prototypes to tangible applications, the tire industry is increasing its investments in technological innovation

A growing market

Higher all-seasons tire sales are dictated by choices made by motorists who are increasingly opting for a compromise that reconciles practical needs, unpredictable weather patterns and economic advantages.

Designed for extreme driving

Noise levels, braking efficiency on asphalt and fuel consumption have been sacrificed on the altar of maximum grip. Unlabelled tires, zero compromise, pure off-road.

City roads or snowclad mountains; there’s a tire for everyone

City buses and trucks working in difficult conditions are the main recipients of the innovative products presented in recent months. For passenger transport, two new models are specifically designed for electrically driven vehicles, which are set to gain an increasing market share

Metzeler presents the new Sportec M9 RR

The new Metzeler has been designed to offer the highest level of grip, handling and safety even in unexpected situations such as in wet conditions and uneven roads.

Top brands showcase their summer tires

As April 15 downs, tire dealers are getting ready for the seasonal tire replacement frenzy placing their orders for new summer products

Connected to the future

Goodyear's services and products look to a future in which vehicles will communicate with each other and with the surrounding infrastructure. Likewise, significant changes will affect tires, with new tread patterns and casings, driven by new power units

H:01 Coach new generation

The 01 Series bus tires have been designed to comply with emission and noise reduction rules

A tire for every season

Enter the versatile Mutant, the new motorcycle tire suitable for even the most severe climates

The dark side of the tire business

Irregular sales, illegal disposal and tax evasion are the three factors that, according to the Observatory on illegal trading and ELTs, are poisoning the environment, the economy and the work of honest operators in the sector