India’s leading tyre maker, Apollo Tyresinaugurated a Purified Drinking Water Project for the Community, in the Oragadam village, near the company’s manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu in India. A baseline study by Apollo Tyres had indicated water quality concerns, incidence…
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Olympic legend to support Bridgestone retail efforts
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Nexen Tire to launch ‘Purple Summit’ for business partners
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Cabot achieves best-ever Score from EcoVadis
Cabot Corporation has received its highest score to date from EcoVadis. Recognition of progress from this prestigious organization showcases Cabot’s long-term commitment to sustainability. For 2015, Cabot was awarded gold level recognition by EcoVadis, an independent assessment organization that specializes…
Yokohama Rubber launches new sport tyre
The Yokohama Rubber Company launched Advan Fleva V701, the latest addition to Advan tyre brand. The new tyre will be available from July 2016 in 24 sizes, with 43 sizes ranging from 195/55R15 85V to 255/30R20 92W available in early…
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TIA accepting nominations for industry hall of fame
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) announced today that they are accepting nominations for the 2016 Tire Industry Hall of Fame. The deadline for nominations is Friday, July 1, 2016. A nomination form is available on www.tireindustry.org/hall-fame. The Hall of Fame…
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