Nexen Tire announced that its premium comfort tire, the N'FERA Supreme S, has been chosen as the original equipment (OE) for Hyundai Motor's new hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV), the NEXO. The South Korean automaker has launched the new generation of the NEXO FCEV after seven years, offering an improved hydrogen powertrain with a driving range of over 700 km per charge. The N'FERA Supreme S has been specifically designed for high-performance sport utility vehicles such as the NEXO, ...

Yokohama Rubber started supplying its ADVAN FLEVA V701 tires as original equipment for Toyota's new Corolla Cross GR Sport, a sporty version of its compact sport utility vehicle Corolla Cross. This model is set to be available in Japan, Europe, Australia and other regions from August 2025. The specified tire size for this model is 225/45R19 92W. The ADVAN FLEVA V701 is designed as a sporty, high-performance tire that aims to deliver an enjoyable driving experience, a characteristic of the ADV...

Nexen Tire announced that its ultrahigh-performance (UHP) summer tire, the N'FERA Sport, has been homologated to be supplied to the ŠKODA Karoq sport utility vehicle. The development underscores Nexen Tire's position as a supplier of premium, high-quality tires to major automotive brands and reflects the company's long-standing collaboration with the Czech car brand of the Volkswagen Group, which began with the ŠKODA Fabia and extended through to the ŠKODA Superb, Octavia,...

Tata Elxsi has announced a strategic multiyear agreement valued at €50 million with a European-headquartered automotive original equipment manufacturer. This agreement positions Tata Elxsi as a key engineering partner in developing platforms and applications across software-defined vehicles (SDVs), electrification, body and chassis domains. A significant part of this collaboration involves establishing a Global Engineering Centre to support the customer's software platform roadmap. This cen...

Zeekr, a new energy vehicle (NEV) brand of the Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, is equipping its 001 electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) with Continental PremiumContact 6 tires as original equipment fitment, the Germany-based tiremaker said in a press release on March 28. The tires, offered in 265/40 R22106V XL FR size, are known for their dynamic handling, safety and comfort.  Continental claims its PremiumContact 6 tires are designed to enhance the equipped vehicle's co...

Accuride Corp. has successfully completed restructuring and emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s restructuring process equitizes over $400 million of funded debt and restructures approximately $170 million in additional obligations. Accuride also received significant new investment from its existing investors in the form of a $70 million asset-back lending (ABL) facility and an over $95 million exit facility aimed at enhancing liquidity and fostering long-term growth. As a re...

In a press release dated Dec. 17, Kongsberg Automotive (KA) announced winning a significant contract valued at over €25.5 million in estimated lifetime revenue for the provision of air-suspension lines. This contract was awarded by one of the leading global electric vehicle manufacturers. The agreement specifies KA's role in producing nylon lines and connectors essential for the distribution and regulation of air within the air-suspension systems of EVs. These components are vital for ensur...

Kongsberg Automotive (KA), based in Kongsberg, announced on Aug. 29, 2024, that it has successfully secured a contract extension worth more than €13.5 million in estimated lifetime revenue. This extension is for the KA Raufoss ABC™ System's air couplings, covering a three-year period starting in January 2025. The contract was awarded by a leading global brake manufacturer located in Europe, aiming to distribute the product to original equipment manufacturers of trucks, buses and trailers....

In a press release on July 10, The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd., based in Hiratsuka, Japan, recently announced its role in supplying GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as an optional original equipment (OE) for Lexus' new luxury on-road sport utility vehicle (SUV), the GX 550. The tires, which come in sizes 265/55R20 113V for the North American market and 265/55R20 109V for the Japanese market, were designed to cater to the vehicle's launch in North America in April 2024 and its upcoming general sales debut in Ja...

The Yokohama Rubber has announced that it will supply its GEOLANDAR A/T G015 tires as original equipment to Toyota Motor Corp. for the latter's new Crown Crossover RS Landscape special edition, as reported in a press release on April 16. The GEOLANDAR A/T G015 is an all-terrain tire designed for sport utility vehicles (SUVs), which offers excellent drivability and durability in off-road conditions, along with a comfortable and quiet ride on city streets. This marks an expansion of Yokoha...

In a press release on April 1,  Yokohama Rubber announced that it has begun delivering Advan Sport V105 tires to Subaru Corp. for use as original equipment (OE) on the automaker's new Impreza cars to be sold in Europe and Latin America. The new Impreza models will feature these high-performance tires (size 22540R1892W). The Advan Sport V105 tires being supplied as OE on the new Impreza have a specially tuned structure that enhances handling stability and ride comfort while reducing ...

As reported in a press release on March 27, Pirelli has developed a specially adapted version of its P Zero tire for Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 N, the automaker’s first high-performance electric car. In a two-year collaboration with Hyundai, the tire was developed using virtual simulation tools and then tested on the Nürburgring circuit. The bespoke P Zero tire features Pirelli’s Elect technology, specially engineered for electric cars and plug-in hybrids. The P Zero Elect, according to Pi...

In a press release on March 29, Yokohama Rubber announced that it will supply its Advan Sport V107 tires as original equipment (OE) for the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 534MATIC+ coupe. The coupe will be fitted with 26540ZR19 (102Y) front tires and 29535ZR19 (104Y) rear tires. The Advan Sport V107 is an ultrahigh-performance tire developed jointly with Mercedes-AMG and is part of Yokohama Rubber's global flagship Advan brand. The tire has undergone testing at Yokohama Rubber's test center at the Nür...

As reported in a press release on March 15, the Dunlop Grandtrek AT5 tire has been selected as factory standard for the Lexus NX Overtrail, which launched in February. The development of this luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV) is part of the Lexus Overtrail Project, which aims to foster a carbon-neutral society and cater to diverse outdoor lifestyles, with the interior and exterior of the Overtrail designed with off-road capability, stability and comfort in mind. The Dunlop Grandtrek AT5 t...

The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has announced that it will supply its Geolandar A/T G94 tires as original equipment for Mitsubishi Motors' new Triton pickup truck, which was launched in Japan, according to a press release on March 12. The Triton will be fitted with 26560R18110H size tires and will be successively launched in approximately 100 countries worldwide. The Geolandar A/T G94 is an all-terrain tire designed for sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pickup trucks that offers excell...

Mercedes-Benz is relying on Continental's expertise for its new E-Class, equipping the vehicle with EcoContact 6 Q tires that offer exceptional energy efficiency, improved noise levels and a long service life, according to a press release on Jan. 31. Continental has developed the EcoContact 6 Q tire for various vehicle models, regardless of their drive type, by using a special rubber compound that reduces energy absorption and friction. The tire's improved tread provides better grip on dry an...

The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has announced that it will supply its Geolandar G91 tires as original equipment (OE) to Subaru Corp. for the latter's new sport utility vehicle (SUV), the 2025 Forester (US model), according to a press release on Jan. 26. The Geolandar G91 tires are designed to provide fuel-efficiency, safety and comfortable performance, and have been developed using Yokohama Rubber's proprietary HAICoLab technology, which combines human inspiration and creativity with AI's massiv...

ClearMotion announced a significant deal with Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio. The partnership involves ClearMotion supplying its active suspension technology for Nio's upcoming luxury sedan model, the ET9, with a contract spanning 750,000 cars over the sedan's lifetime. Nio's ET9, scheduled for launch on Dec. 23, is set to enter production in late 2024, according to a report published by Reuters on Dec. 23. ClearMotion Founder and Chief Technology Officer Zack Anderson reveale...

Kongsberg Automotive (KA) has received two contracts valued at about €49 million in estimated lifetime revenue, it said in a press release dated Dec. 22. The contracts were awarded to KA by a global automotive manufacturer based in Europe for the production and supply of hose and tube assemblies (flow control systems) and lever shifters (shift-by-wire) used in electric vehicles (powertrain and chassis). The hose and tube assemblies, which are designed to transport fluids including...

The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. announced in a press release on Dec. 13 that it is supplying its Advan V61 tires as original equipment (OE) to Lexus for use on the new compact sport utility vehicles (SUVs) — the LBX — sales of which will be launched in Japan, Europe, Asia and other markets in December. The new LBX is being fitted with 225/55R18 98H and 225/60R17 99H. The Advan V61 tire being supplied as OE is a high-performance tire in Yokohama's global flagship...

The Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its Advan dB V551 and Aspec A349 tires as original equipment (OE) to Honda Motor Co. Ltd. for use on the automaker’s new minivan, Odyssey, which will be launched in Japan in December. The Odyssey is being equipped with the Advan dB V551 in the 225/50R18 95V size, and the Aspec A349 in the 215/60R17 96H size, according to a press release on Dec. 7. The Advan dB V551 is a premium comfort tire that achieves both advanced noise reduction...

In a press release announcement on Nov. 22, Iveco said that it has selected Continental as its exclusive supplier for tires for its all-electric van, the eDaily 42S. Continental will provide a range of tires, including summer, all-season and winter tires, which have been specifically designed to meet the needs of electric vehicles. The tires include the VanContact Ultra, VanContact Eco, VanContact 4Season and VanContact Winter. The VanContact Ultra is a premium tire with a long-service l...

Talbros Automotive Components has received new multiyear orders worth about 5.80 billion Indian rupees (about $69.6 million) from both domestic and overseas customers, it said in a press release dated Nov. 20. The orders are to be executed over a period of the next five years, starting from fiscal year 2025 onward, and cover the company’s product lines such as gaskets, heat shields, forgings, chassis and rubber hoses. The company has received orders from export original equip...

The Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its Advan V35 tires as original equipment (OE) to Porsche AG for use on the automaker’s facelift model of the Cayenne premium sport utility vehicle (SUV), which is sold worldwide, according to a press release on Nov. 15. The tire sizes are 285/40R22 110V for the front and 315/35R22 111V for the rear. The Cayenne SUVs are also being fitted with Advan Sport V107 ultrahigh-performance tires. The Advan V35 is an ultrahigh-performance t...

Toyoda Gosei has announced that it will supply a high-pressure hydrogen tank and topcoat-less, hot-stamped grille for the new Crown sedan by Toyota Motor, according to a company press release dated Nov. 13. The fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) model of the Crown sedan is equipped with high-pressure hydrogen tanks to store the hydrogen fuel. The high-pressure hydrogen tank is jointly developed using technology by Toyota Motor and Toyoda Gosei. Placed in the rear of the vehicle, the tank offer...

Hankook Tire & Technology announced its continued partnership with Nissan, supplying the company's next-generation 2024 Frontier with two fitments: the all-terrain Dynapro AT2 in size 265/70R17 and the premium all-season Dynapro HT in size P265/70R16. Both fitments will be produced at Hankook Tire's Tennessee plant in the United States, according to a press release dated Nov. 8 . "We're excited to continue our partnership with Nissan, providing versatile tire products for both on-and-off ...

Rheinmetall has secured an order for plain bearings to be used in an environmentally friendly vehicle powered by an electric motor, it said in a press release dated October 26. The order comes from an international automaker with a focus on e-mobility. The order is valued at several hundred thousand euros and will be delivered starting in January 2024. Rheinmetall's plain bearings offer high-quality materials, damping and smooth-running characteristics, and the company expects to receive furt...

According to a press release on October 18, The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has announced that it will supply its BluEarth AE-01 tires as original equipment (OE) to Honda Motor Co. Ltd. for use on the automaker's new mini-vehicle, N-Box, which was launched in Japan in October. The N-Box will be equipped with 15565R1475S size tires. The BluEarth AE-01 is a fuel-efficient standard tire in Yokohama's global tire brand, which is designed to be environmentally, human and socially friendly. The t...

Tenneco will equip the model year 2023 Mercedes-AMG C 63 SE Performance plug-in hybrid model with its CVSA2 Monroe Intelligent Suspension electronic shock absorber, it said in a press release dated October 16. The CVSA2 technology adapts to damping conditions based on steering wheel angle, vehicle speed, acceleration, displacement and other data points. “CVSA2 Monroe Intelligent Suspension technology allows drivers to make the most of the capabilities of a world-class powertrain, while enjo...

Hankook has equipped the Hyundai Ioniq 6 with its Ventus S1 Evo 3 electric vehicle tires, it said in a press release dated October 12. These tires have low-rolling resistance and a lightweight, robust construction to meet the requirements of all EVs. Hankook will offer the Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV in the size 22555R18W for the Ioniq 6. “We are very pleased with the confidence Hyundai has shown in our premium tyres, and that the Ventus S1 evo 3 ev will be used in its new top electric model. With t...

The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has announced that it is supplying its Geolandar X-CV tires as original equipment (OE) for Toyota Motor Corp.’s first-ever Grand Highlander midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV), which was launched in North America in June. The Grand Highlander is being fitted with 255/65R18 111H and 255/55R20 107V size tires, according to a press release on September 8. The Geolandar X-CV tires being supplied as OE on the first-ever Grand Highlander represent a new standard in hi...

According to a press release announcement on August 29, Continental said that it will be supplying tires for Alfa Romeo’s new Tonale model. Alfa Romeo is counting on the original equipment expertise of Continental by factory-fitting the compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) with 17-inch and 18-inch EcoContact 6 premium tires. The tires are designed for energy-efficient and noise-optimized driving. The characteristics of the EcoContact 6 tire are a good fit for the hybrid-drive versions in partic...

Rheinmetall will supply structural parts to a premium automaker for a contract in the low three-digit million euro range, according to a company press release dated August 17. The parts will be used in fully electric vehicles. Rheinmetall will begin supplying the parts from 2026 for a period of 10 years. The lateral girders will serve as lightweight structural parts. The parts will be based on a complex-casting solution and designed to reduce crash energy. The parts will support the chassis. ...

The Yokohama Rubber Co. announced that has begun supplying its Advan Sport V107 tires to Porsche AG as original equipment (OE) for the German automaker’s facelift model of Cayenne, according to a press release on August 8. The Cayenne is being fitted with 285/40R22 110Y front tires and 315/35R22 111Y rear tires. The Advan Sport V107 is an ultrahigh-performance tire under the Advan brand, Yokohama’s global flagship tire brand. The tire is targeted for use on three premium car categories �...

According to a press release July 27, Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its Advan V61 tires as original equipment (OE) to Mazda Motor Corp. for use on the automaker’s new crossover sport utility vehicles (SUVs), the Mazda CX-90, sales of which will be launched in Australia and other markets. The tire size being supplied is 265/55R19 109V. The Mazda CX-90 SUVs launched in the US market are equipped with the Geolandar X-CV tires for high-performance crossover SUVs. The A...

Carcoustics has announced that it will supply acoustical optimization for the engine-bay area and gear box of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC sport utility vehicle (SUV), it said in a press release dated July 24. The parts are manufactured at the company’s plants in Wrocław, Poland, and Haldensleben, Germany, and delivered to Mercedes-Benz plants in Sindelfingen and Bremen in Germany. Significance: The German supplier manufactures various car components including parts for the powertrain, exteri...

Continental has announced that it will supply 21-inch and 22-inch versions of Continental’s SportContact 7 grip tires for the Brabus supercar, according to a press release July 17. For the new Brabus 930, the Brabus company will be using tires from Continental. Size 275/35 ZR 21 tires will be mounted at the front and 335/25 ZR 22 tires at the rear. This combination will give the 930hp/684 kW car a firm grip on the road and enable it to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 2.8 seconds. The V8...

The Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its Geolandar A/T G015 to be used as original equipment (OE) tires on the new Crosstrek Wilderness sport utility vehicle (SUV) for North America, which was announced by Subaru Corp. in April. The Crosstrek Wilderness is being fitted with 225/60R17 99T size tires, according to a press release July 13. The Geolandar A/T G015, fitted on the Crosstrek Wilderness, is an all-terrain tire for SUVs with high fuel efficiency, comfort and safety pe...

Talbros Automotive Components has received orders totaling ₹4 billion ($48.3 million), Indian daily Mint reported on July 7. The orders were secured across its business divisions, product sectors, and joint ventures and included both domestic and foreign customers. The orders span across the company’s product lines including gaskets, heat shields, forgings, and chassis, are to be carried out over the course of the next 5-7 years. Significance: The order breakdown is as follows: Stamped...

BWI Group has partnered with ClearMotion to supply full-active suspension components and subsystems to a mainland Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, it said in a press release dated June 27. Since the collaboration and development on the ClearMotion1 (CM1) high-bandwidth active suspension system, the companies have been focusing on emerging market with increasing importance on vehicle passenger comfort, productivity and experience. “Drawing upon our proprietary and extensive ...

In a press release announcement June 26, The Yokohama Rubber has said that it is supplying its Advan V03 tires as original equipment (OE) to Toyota Motor for use on the automaker’s new luxury minivans, the Alphard and Vellfire, which were launched in June 2023. The Alphard is being fitted with 225/65R17 102H and 225/60R18 100H size tires while the Vellfire is being equipped with 225/65R17 102H. The Advan V03 is a high-performance tire in Yokohama’s global flagship Advan brand. The tires b...

Yokohama Rubber announced that from February, it has begun delivering its BluEarth-GT AE51 tires as original equipment (OE) for the new bZ3 electric vehicle sedan being sold in China by FAW Toyota Motor (FAW Toyota), according to a press release dated June 5. The tire sizes are 215/65R16 98H and 225/50R18 95V. The bZ3 was jointly developed by BYD Toyota EV Technology ― a joint venture established by Toyota Motor Corp. and BYD Co. Ltd. ― and FAW Toyota. The BluEarth-GT ...

In a press release announcement May 16, Goodyear announced that the Volkswagen ID. Buzz and the transport version ID. Buzz Cargo will have Goodyear tires fitted as original equipment across the range. The Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 has been selected for its handling in dry and wet weather conditions. The tire will be available for 18-inch fitments. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ is designed to give optimum performance in snow and ice while maintaining a strong level of grip in the dry. Available ...

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) announced in a press release on May 5 that it has secured a new contract to supply electric beam (e-Beam) axles for a future electric vehicle (EV) program with Stellantis. The future program is expected to begin production in the latter part of the decade, and will feature both front and rear e-Beam axles that include AAM’s integrated 3-in-1 e-Drive technology. “AAM is excited to provide our next generation of e-Beam axles for th...

The Yokohama Rubber has announced that it has begun delivering tires to Subaru Corporation for use as original equipment (OE) on the automaker’s new Impreza in North America, for which Subaru will begin taking orders this spring, according to a press release on April 21. The new Impreza cars will come with AVID S34 tires (size P225/40R18 88V). The AVID S34 is one of the tires in Yokohama Rubber’s AVID series of all-season tires for passenger cars sold in the North American market, and it ...

In a press release announcement on April 17, Goodyear said that it was selected as the manufacturer of choice to produce a bespoke tire for Lancia's new concept vehicle, Lancia Pu+Ra HPE. Lancia Concept is a 100% electric concept car that represents the vision of the brand in terms of design, interior-home feeling, sustainability, electrification and technology. Goodyear developed a unique concept tire for the vehicle which included a customized tire sidewall design, providing a sea...

In a press release on April 10, Yokohama Rubber has announced that it is supplying its ADVAN V61 tires to Lexus for use as original equipment tires on the new RZ, the Lexus brand’s first dedicated battery-electric vehicle (BEV), which was launched in Japan and other countries, including in Europe and Asia, from this March. The RZ is being fitted with 235/60R18 103H front tires and 255/55R18 105V rear tires. The ADVAN V61 is a high-performance tire manufactured by Yokohama Rubber under ...

Bridgestone Americas announced that it has been chosen by Lamborghini as its tire partner for the new Revuelto, Lamborghini's first-ever super sports V12 high performance electrified vehicle (HPEV), according to a press release on March 30. Bridgestone developed bespoke Potenza Sport high-performance tires for the Lamborghini Revuelto that features three electric motors powering the front wheels, and a V12 internal combustion engine powering the rear wheels. Bridgestone Potenza Sport ...

Continental announced that it would be supplying tires to BYD for its all-electric Atto 3 model, a company press release dated March 22 read. The compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) will come factory-fitted with 18-inch EcoContact 6 Q premium tires. The tires are developed for quiet and energy-saving driving, which are especially beneficial for electric vehicles (EVs). Significance: The EcoContact 6 Q uses a special rubber compound that minimizes energy absorption while the veh...

Bridgestone Corporation has announced that its ECOPIA EP510, ECOPIA EP150, and ECOPIA EP422 Plus tires have been selected as original equipment on the new Prius unveiled by Toyota Motor Corporation, according to a press release on 7 February 2023. ECOPIA EP510 and ECOPIA EP150 tires will be supplied for use on vehicles sold in Japan, Europe, and Asia while ECOPIA EP422 Plus tires will be equipped on vehicles marketed in North America. Bridgestone continues to contribute to the realization ...

Ford has approved premium winter tires from Continental for its latest Explorer, Fiesta, Focus, Mustang, and Puma models, according to a press release on 25 January 2023. For these five models, the WinterContact TS 870 and WinterContact TS 870 P can be ordered directly from dealers. Both winter tire models offer safe handling on dry roads and on snow, as well as short braking distances on ice. In addition, they perform well in all weather conditions with precise steering behavior and good ...

US battery maker Microvast Holdings, Inc. and REE Automotive, Ltd. have signed a supply and purchase agreement wherein the former will supply MV-C Gen 4 HpCO high-energy lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs to the latter, Microvast said on 26 January 2023. Microvast’s battery packs will power REE Automotive’s commercial electric vehicle (EV) platform, the company said, adding that the customers will benefit from this partnership by combining REE’s zero-emission commercial vehicles with Mi...

Aisin is supplying several electric powertrain and safety components for a new performance variant of the Lexus RX, the company said in a press release on 5 December. The new Lexus RX500h F SPORT Performance comes equipped with the DIRECT 4 all-wheel drive (AWD) system to deliver improved driving pleasure. Lexus launched its new performance model last month. Lexus debuted its DIRECT4 AWD system in the RZ450e, launched earlier this year. According to the carmaker, the system constantly monitor...

China Automotive Systems (CAAS) has introduced a new series of electric power steering (EPS) systems from the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD, the company said in a press release on 12 December. CAAS won design contracts for column type EPS (C-EPS), dual-pinion type EPS (DP-EPS), and rack parallel type EPS (RP-EPS) from BYD after close collaboration between the research and development (R&D) teams of the two companies for 18 months.  “Working with BYD brings out the best of...

Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone announced via press release on 28 November that its ALENZA 001 and ALENZA SPORT A/S Premium Tires with ENLITEN Technology had been selected as OE on the new Lexus RX. While the ALENZA 001 tires in the 235/50R21 101W size will be equipped in the Japanese, European, and Asian models, the ALENZA SPORT A/S tires in the 235/60R19 103V an 235/50R21 101V sizes will be equipped on the North American models. According to the press release, the ALENZA tire...

Japanese tire manufacturer Yokohama announced via press release on 29 November that its ADVAN V51 tires in size 225/55R18 98V were selected as OE for Nissan’s new ELGRAND MPV. According to the press release, the ADVAN V51 features a tuned tread pattern and compound that allows a high level of quietness. The high-performance tire also features high structural rigidity to enable an exceptional degree of steering stability. Significance: The Japanese tire manufacturer had previously an...

British carbon fiber specialist Surface Transforms announced via press release on 24 November that it had been awarded a contract with as a tier-1 supplier of a carbon ceramic brake disc to an automotive company based in the US and previously named as "OEM 10" in company documents. According to the press release, the supply contract has a lifetime value in excess of GBP100 million (USD120 million) over a 6-year duration starting from 2024 (series production anticipated to commence in the...

From the first rumblings out of China in December 2020 the semiconductor has gone on to dominate discussions around the automotive sector. The issues are still ongoing – just last week Jaguar Land Rover announced it was slowing production of certain models due to a continuing supply squeeze – and a few voices in the industry are being heard speculating that the crunch will last until 2026. To get a perspective on the current situation and future developments we talked with Jeremie Bouchaud, ...

American tire manufacturer Goodyear announced via a press release on 23 November that its Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 would be available as an ‘N2-rated’ original equipment (OE) option on the new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. According to the press release, the Dunlop Sport Maxx Race 2 features increased lateral stiffness, block stability, and resistance to flex for stability under high G-forces as well as even pressure distribution across the tire’s footprint for precise steering and control...

Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone announced via press release on 23 November that it had developed bespoke Alenza tires for the new BMW iX. According to the press release, the bespoke tires feature: Bridgestone’s proprietary and lightweight ENLITEN technology to reduce rolling resistance and weight by up to 20% A specially-developed material compound and tread pattern that accommodates the iX’s high acceleration capabilities Significance: BMW in April selected Goodyear�...

Modern Tire Dealer reported on 16 November that Pirelli’s P Zero with ELECT technology had been selected by Polestar as OE on the new, limited-edition Polestar 2 BST 270. According to the report, the ultra-high-performance tire will be supplied in size 245/35R21 and will feature a high load index and HL marking on its side.  Significance: The Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 has been developed a more powerful version of the Polestar 2 and will be available primarily in the European and No...

Tire manufacturer ŠKODA announced via press release on 18 November that its Ventus S1 evo 3 ev tire will be equipped as original equipment on the Škoda Enyaq iV. According to the press release, the Ventus S1 evo 3 ev features low rolling resistance, high load-bearing capacity, high stability (thanks to a double-layer carcass made of high-performance fibers), a low tare weight relative to its size, direct steering response (thanks to a steel-based reinforcement in the bead area that increase...

Italian tire manufacturer Pirelli announced via press release on 17 November that its Scorpion All Terrain Plus tire had been selected as original equipment for Porsche’s new 911 Dakar model. According to the press release, the Scorpion All Terrain Plus features: An ability to handle the performance of the Dakar on loose surfaces as well as on asphalt A strengthened structure that is optimized for an improved contact patch A tread pattern that equally delivers competitive performa...

Japanese tire manufacturer Yokohama Rubber announced via press release on 17 November that its ADVAN dB V552 tires had been selected as original equipment on the new Honda ZR-V SUV. According to the press release, the tires will be supplied in the 215/60R17 96H and 225/55R18 98H sizes. The ADVAN dB V552, according to Yokohama, features the following: High maneuverability Lower noise than previous Yokohama tires Reduced rolling resistance Significance: The Japanese tire manuf...

Detroit-based electric vehicle (EV) battery startup Our Next Energy (ONE) will supply modular, linkable Aries battery packs to Bollinger Motors, which recently became a majority owner of EV maker Mullen Automotive, Inc., according to a media note issued by ONE on 10 November 2022. ONE’s batteries are expected to power Bollinger’s all-electric commercial platforms and chassis cabs. “ONE battery packs are ideal for our commercial trucks, giving our customers the driving range they...

Continental has received an order for the series production of its semi-dry brake system (Future Brake System, FBS), valued at about EUR1.5 billion, it said in a press release on 9 November. This takes the liftetime sales to over EUR2 billion. The start of series production with a North American car manufacturer is scheduled for 2025. “We are very happy about the first business award for our Future Brake System. This success combines the introduction of future technology with a significant ...

Detroit-based automotive supplier American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) plans to supply axles to General Motors for the carmaker’s next generation midsize pickup trucks, AAM announced on 4 November 2022. The new GM pickup trucks with AAM axles are expected to debut for model year 2023. "AAM is pleased to expand our partnership with GM as the new supplier of axles for GM's next generation mid-size pickup trucks. We look forward to providing our latest and most efficient driveline techno...

Japan Rubber Weekly announced in October 19 that Yokohama Rubber’s ADVAN Sport V107 tires will be equipped as OE on Nissan’s new Fairlady Z model. According to the report, the ADVAN V107 tires will be supplied to Nissan in the 245/45R18 96W size. The ultra-high performance (UHP) tire reportedly has been selected for is high dynamic performance that balances between safety and comfort and high speeds. Significance: Yokohama’s ADVAN Sport V107 has previously been selected for f...

Hyundai Mobis has announced via press release on 18 October that it is supplying chassis modules to Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles (EVs). Sung Hwan, CEO at Mobis, said, “We hope to maintain long-term partnerships with Mercedes-Benz AG. We intend to increase trust with customers based on our excellent technical experience and stable supply capacity.” Significance: Hyundai Mobis built a plant in McAlla, Alabama, near Mercedes-Benz’s US plant, for this chassis module supply, and be...

Italian tire manufacturer Pirelli announced via press release on 5 October that its custom-developed Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tire had been selected as OE for the Lamborghini’s new Urus Performante sport utility vehicle (SUV). According to the press release, the new SUV will be equipped the 22-inch performance-oriented road tire that was originally designed for track use. Pirelli stated that the bespoke tire will be able to offer high performance in a wider range of conditions a...

Japanese tire manufacturer Toyota announced via press release on 18 October that its GEOLANDAR X-CV tire had been selected as OE on Toyota’s new Tundra pick-up truck and Sequoia full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV). According to the press release, while the Tundra will be equipped with three sizes of the tire: 265/60R20 112H, 245/75R18 112T, and 265/70R18 116T, the Sequoia will be equipped with two sizes 265/60R20 112H and 265/70R18 116T. The GEOLANDER X-CV features the follow...

Japanese tire manufacturer Yokohama announced via press release on 6 October that its ADVAN V61 and GEOLANDAR X-CV tires had been selected as original equipment (OE) on Mazda’s new CX-60 SUV. According to the press release, the ADVAN V61 features: High wear resistance High hydroplaning resistance, contributing to superior wet grip performance Low rolling resistance Meanwhile, the GEOLANDER X-CV features: Compliance with the Mud+Snow (M+S) standard for high-performance c...

Goodyear has announced that the company supplied sustainable Eagle GO tires to Citroën's Oli concept electric vehicle (EV), it said in a press release on 29 September. Laurent Colantonio, Regional Technology Director Consumer EMEA, Goodyear, said, “Tire architecture has come a long way by incorporating sustainable materials and smart technologies. With Citroën, we have a relationship that provides a great testbed for developing and testing new technologies and techniques. According to ...

Tenneco has announced via press release on 29 September that it will equip the upcoming all-electric L9 luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV) from Li Auto with Monroe Intelligent Suspension CVSAe electronic dampers. Henrik Johansson, VP and general manager, AST, Tenneco, said, "Automakers in virtually every region around the world have recognized the significant advantages of CVSAe technology. This solution provides an uncommonly broad tuning range that enables OEMs to dial-in a precise ride and...

Japanese tire manufacturer Sumitomo announced via a press release on 12 September that it had begun supplying its high-performance DUNLOP SP SPORT MAXX 055 tires to Toyota for its new Crown sedan model. According to the press release, the new SP SPORT MAXX 055 was reportedly developed specifically for fitment on the Crown and features the following: A new larger size (21”) that complements the Crown’s lift-up sedan design A new tire profile that presents a more angular blocky...

Hyundai and PureForge has announced a joint development agreement to innovate, develop products for upcoming Hyundai vehicles with PureForge braking systems, according to a press release published by PRNewswire on 27 September. Gordon Heidacker, CEO, PureForge, said, "We are delighted to announce today this joint development agreement with Hyundai. The joint agreement allows us to develop and share our technology and its inherent features and benefits to future generations of new products des...

South Korean tire manufacturer Nexen announced via press release on 26 September that its N’FERA SPORT tires had been selected as OE fitment on BMW’s X1 and iX1 EV compact SUVs. According to the press release, the N’FERA SPORT, manufactured at the company’s European plant, features asymmetrical patterns and wide grooves that provide an exceptional drainage performance and high-speed driving experience. Significance: The N’FERA SPORT, valued for its impressive wet grip performance...

Nexen Tire has announced that it is supplying N’FERA AU7, N’FERA Sport range of electric vehicle (EV) tires as OE to Hyundai’s Ioniq 6, the tiremaker said in a press release on 20 September. According to press release, both products were designed to distribute the stiffness ratio of each block of the pattern as evenly as possible and to optimize the area of contact with the road surface to reduce wheel slip caused by the EVs high load and torque. The interior of the tire has also b...

Italian tire manufacturer Pirelli announced via press release on 12 September that the new Pagani Utopia supercar will be equipped with bespoke Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires. According to the press release, the bespoke tires feature a special compound and tread pattern that allows compatibility with extremely high power and torque outputs across temperatures and road surface conditions. The tires fitted in the Utopia are available in the 265/35ZR21 size for the front and the 325/30ZR22 size for ...

Canadian automotive parts company Multimatic announced via press release on 13 September that its TrueActive™ Spool Valve (TASV) damper system will be debuting on the new Ferrari Purosangue. According to the press release, the new active dampers include spool valves controlled by a liquid cooled 48V three-phase brushless electric motor that allows independent force actuation parallel to the springs. The dampers, controlled using an onboard motor control module, are capable of controlling ve...

French supplier of automotive based aluminum products, Constellium has announced via press release on 13 September that it is supplying aluminum auto body sheet solutions to Mercedes-Benz C-Class produced in Europe, China, and South Africa and sold around the world. Dieter Höll, VP of Global Automotive Rolled Products at Constellium, said, “Constellium and Mercedes-Benz AG share a long history and we are proud to be a global partner on their Mercedes-Benz C-Class. This project demonstrates...

British carbon ceramic disc brake manufacturer Surface Transforms (ST) announced via press release on 30 August that it had been selected as a tier-1 supplier of carbon ceramic brake discs by a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) automotive company, previously described as OEM 9. According to the press release, the contract details are as follows: ST will supply brake discs to OEM 9 as a sole supplier for a new variant of an existing model The discs will be equipped as a standard fit on bo...

US tire manufacturer Goodyear announced via press release on 31 August that its Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 sport utility vehicle (SUV) tires had been selected for factory fitment on the new Maserati Grecale SUV. According to the press release, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 is an Ultra-High Performance (UHP) tire that complements the performance characteristics of the Maserati SUV by making the most of the car’s power and mechanical grip. The 235/55R19 size tire will not only feature rim protection a...

Japanese tire manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber announced via press release on 23 August that it had begun supplying its high-performance Falken AZENIS FK510 SUV tires to Toyota for factory fitment on the new Yaris Cross GR Sport. According to the press release, the AZENIS FK510 features the following: An asymmetrical tread pattern that optimizes the distribution of pressure throughout the contact patch to add strength and durability to the outer edge of the tread that experiences extreme st...

German tire manufacturer Continental announced via press release on 22 August that its SportContact 7 tires had been factory-approved for OE fitment on the new Mercedes-AMG C43 sports sedan. According to the press release, the SportContact 7 fitted on the C43 will feature the following: An 18” size rating with an XL marking for enhanced load capacity Capability of handling speeds of up to 300 km/h Optimum road grip thanks to a special rubber compound A 10% improved mileage,...

Sumitomo Rubber Industries announced via press release on 22 August that it had begun supplying its high-performance FALKEN “ZIEX ZE310A ECORUN” tires for factory fitment on Nissan’s new X-Trail. According to the press release, the ZIEX ZE310A feature the following: Outstanding drive performance alongside refined ride comfort A tread pattern that ensures consistent contact pressure for lower rolling resistance A lightweight design for all-around environmental friendliness ...

Nexen Tire has announced that it is supplying ultra-high performance summer tire N’FERA Primus as OE to Alfa Romeo’s compact electric Tonale SUV, the tiremaker said in a press release on 17 August. The N’FERA Primus will be fitted in sizes 215/60R17 96V and 235/50R18 97V to the new Alfa Romeo Tonale. Significance: Nexen Tire will supply the N'FERA Primus tires, which are manufactured at the company's European facility in the Czech Republic. According to press release, even at a top s...

Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone announced via press release on 10 August that as part of its ongoing partnership with automaker ŠKODA, it had developed Turanza Eco tires with ENLITEN Technology for the new electric ŠKODA Enyaq iV. According to the press release, the tires feature: A 30% reduced rolling resistance A 20% reduced weight point (equivalent to roughly 2 kg per tire) Compatibility with the ŠKODA’s demanding standards for handling, wear, efficiency and longevity...

Austrian aluminum company AMAG Austria Metall announced via a press release on 3 August that it had, in partnership with German automaker Audi, put into series production wheels made out of recycled aluminum alloy. According to the press release, the wheels, being cast by Swiss manufacturer Ronal, are being made out of a special AlSi7.REC alloy AMAG developed in close collaboration with Audi. The alloy, with a recycled content of over 70%, requires 95% less energy for production compared with...

South Korean tire manufacturer Nexen announced via press release on 4 August that its N’FERA SPORT tires had been selected as OE fitment on BMW’s 2nd generation 2 Series Active Tourer. According to the press release, the premium sports tire features asymmetrical patterns ideal for high-speed driving as well as excellent drainage performance thanks to its 3+1 wide grooves. Significance: The N’FERA SPORT, valued for its impressive wet grip performance and high-speed stability, has prev...

Japanese tire manufacturer Bridgestone announced via press release on 29 July that its DURAVIS R207A tires had been selected as original equipment for the new Hino Dutro Z light electric truck. According to the press release, the R207A features Bridgestone’s new ENLITEN technology that incorporate a modified tread compound, pattern, and tire casing to provide a reduced rolling resistance and weight as well as an improved wear resistance. Significance: The new Hino Dutro Z electric truck,...

Japanese tire company Sumitomo Rubber announced via press release on 5 August that it had begun supplying its high-performance DUNLOP GRANDTREK AT20 tires for use as factory standard tires on the new Suzuki JIMNY SIERRA off-roader. According to the press release, the AT20 is designed to complement the off-roading characteristics of the Jimny Sierra by providing powerful traction. The tires also support comfortable on-road performance by reducing noise as well as improving fuel efficiency a...

Goodyear has announced that it is supplying its EfficientGrip Performance tire range as OE to Renault’s Mégane E-TECH Electric, the tiremaker said in a press release on 28 July. Hans Vrijsen, managing director of Consumer OE, Goodyear EMEA, said, “Our EfficientGrip Performance and Vector 4Seasons ranges are proven tires that have been trusted by leading manufacturers as OE fitments, so we are delighted that Renault has selected them for its exciting new Mégane E-TECH Electric, too. Good...

Japanese manufacturer of brake components Akebono announced via press release on 25 July that it will be supplying its 6-pot opposed piston type disc brake calipers for original equipment fitment on the front axles of the new Cupra Formentor VZ5. According to the press release, the calipers were designed with a piston diameter combination specifically designed for the model. The calipers, according to the release, feature: Excellent braking performance Even brake pad wear and heat tra...

Hankook has announced that it is supplying Ventus S1 evo 3 electric vehicle (EV) range of tires to Audi Q4 e-tron, Q4 Sportback e-tron models, according to a press release on 13 July. The tires are available in 20” and 21” dimensions as OE fitment. Sanghoon Lee, president of Hankook Tire Europe, said, “As a development partner of Audi, we have implemented a number of successful projects together in recent years. Being able to help switch the portfolio over to electric vehicles by provid...

German tiremaker Continental has announced that it supplied EcoContact 6 Q tires to Volkswagen’s all-electric ID.Buzz, according to a press release on 11 July. The summer tire range includes 19″ and 20″ tires as OE. EcoContact 6 Q is equipped with Continental’s ContiSeal technology that allows for the safe continuation of driving even when tires are damaged. This technology makes it possible to firmly seal holes up to five millimeters in diameter, which permits the prompt repair of ab...

Pirelli has announced via press release on 6 July that it will be supplying P Zero and Scorpion Zero all-season tires to Aston Martin’s DBX707 luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV). According to press release, with time, the partnership between both companies has intensified. The new DBX707 adds to Aston Martin's lineup of vehicles with Pirelli tires, which already includes the DBX, DBS, and Vantage models. Significance: The P Zero tires leverage a compound that is adapted from that of...

Dusseldorf-based supplier of automotive components and technologies Rheinmetall, together with its Chinese joint venture KPSNC, has bagged an order to supply chassis parts to a Chinese EV startup for an electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) under development, the German company said on 27 June 2022. While Rheinmetall did not disclose the name of its new EV customer, it said that it is a Chinese start-up dedicated entirely to producing electric vehicles, with surging production volumes. It said...

Continental has announced that the company is supplying the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQB with 19” EcoContact 6 and ex-factory: the WinterContact TS 850 P tires, according to a press release by the German tiremaker on 23 June. Continental reduced the rolling resistance of the EcoContact 6 by 15% over the previous model, press release added. Significance: EcoContact 6 was specially developed to reduce friction, which means the tire absorbs less energy and thereby has less rolling resista...

Swiss industrial machinery manufacturing company Bühler announced via a press release on 19 May that Swedish automaker Volvo had purchased two of its Carat 840 high-pressure die-casting (HPDC, or megacasting) cells for its factory in Torslanda, Sweden. The cell solutions being delivered will include the HPDC machines as well as the accessory melting furnace and material handling facilities. According to the press release, the Carat 840 HPDC with locking forces of up to 92,000 kN will...