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BKT announces strategic agreement for the production of 800,000 Pirelli branded tires

The partnership – which unites Pirelli’s high-end technological leadership with BKT’s local industrial positioning and strong presence – foresees a first phase based on an off-take agreement, through which BKT will produce, in one of its own newly constructed plants equipped with the most advanced technology, up to 800,000 Pirelli branded tires by 2030 with Pirelli’s specific technological and quality standards.

Falken Tires takes two spots in Treadwell’s top 10 tires of 2026

Falken’s Wildpeak A/T4W and Wildpeak R/T earned top spots on Treadwell’s Top 10 Tires of 2026 for Truck and SUV Drivers.

Treadwell, powered by millions of real-world tire mileage and tread depth readings and independent testing at Treadwell Research Park, identified 10 tire models for light truck and SUV drivers that exceed a 70,000-mile median tire lifespan in normal driving conditions.

Lubrizol to exhibit at MD&M Midwest 2026

Lubrizol announced its inaugural exhibition at MD&M Midwest 2026, a premier event for the medical device industry, taking place October 28-29, 2026 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis Minnesota. At Booth 2712 in the Medtech zone, Lubrizol will highlight its renowned portfolio of medical-grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions alongside its differentiated design, development, and contract manufacturing services for medical devices.

Bridgestone launches Battlax Adventure A42 motorcycle tire

Bridgestone Corporation announced the launch of BATTLAX ADVENTURE A42, an adventure motorcycle tire that will become available sequentially in countries worldwide starting Jan. 1, 2027. Under the concept of “the answer to the road-going adventurers”, the BATTLAX ADVENTURE A42 is designed to deliver an excellent balance of peace of mind, economy and comfort for adventure riders who primarily ride on-road. From city streets to expressways and winding roads, the tire achieves an optimal balance of wet performance and wear life while helping reduce tire noise while riding, supporting comfortable long-distance touring.

Trelleborg acquires US-based Tri-Mack

Trelleborg, Sweden – Trelleborg Group, through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, has signed an agreement to acquire US-based Tri-Mack

Goodyear to report third quarter November 4th

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will report third quarter 2026 financial results after market close on Wednesday, November 4, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time on Thursday, November 5.

The Company will publish its results on November 4, in the form of an Earnings Release and an additional presentation on its investor website: http://investor.goodyear.com. The following morning, the Company will host a conference call.

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Olam Agri acquisition nearly doubles rubber processing capacity in Ivory Coast

Olam Agri has completed its acquisition of Asia Africa Rubber Industry S.A., adding 176,000 metric tons of annual rubber processing capacity in Ivory Coast as the company moves to expand its natural rubber business and meet growing demand for traceable supplies.

The acquisition nearly doubles Olam Agri’s rubber processing capacity in the West African country and is expected to improve operational efficiency, supply reliability and access to international customers, the company said.

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