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Wed, 28 Sep 2022 21:30:31 +0200
More than tyres: Goodyear to highlight Total Mobility at Bauma 2022
Goodyear’s Total Mobility pillars of trusted products, reliable services and tyre management solutions to take center stage on the Goodyear stand at the world’s leading trade fair for the construction and mining industry Bauma 2022 takes place from 24-30 October at Munich’s Trade Fair Center Messe München
Team USA wins Motocross of Nations with Dunlop
Team USA claims memorable MXoN victory at homeDunlop wins more races than any other manufacturerTraction and grip provided by the new Dunlop Geomax MX14Team USA secured a historic Motocross of Nations (MXoN) victory on Sunda...
Goodyear FIA ETRC: Sustainability in focus as Goodyear writes new chapter of history at Le Mans
This weekend, a new page will be written in the long history of Goodyear racing at Le Mans, with the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship returning to the famous French circuit for the penultimate round of the season.Goodyear has a long history of winning at Le Mans, with 14 overall victories in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, arguably the world’s most prestigious ca...
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 impresses with winter performance in Gute Fahrt test
German publication Gute Fahrt has crowned Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 the joint winner of its latest all-season tire test and, in particular, the top performing tire in the test’s winter weather criteria. The testers recommended the tire’s superior performance on wintry roads, writing that “no one can hold a candle to the Goodyear Vector on snow”
Goodyear’s 63% sustainable-material demonstration truck tire strengthens the company's vision for helping to drive efficiency and sustainability for commercial fleets
During IAA Transportation, Goodyear presented an innovative demonstration truck tire made with 63% sustainable-material content*, demonstrating the company’s focus on selecting more sustainable materials for its products.Goodyear’s integrated offer of products and mobility solutions is a step towards a mobility ecosystem helping customers achieve their sustainab...
Viltais Racing Igol leads Dunlop podium sweep in 100th anniversary Bol d’Or
Top three teams all chose Dunlop, including winner Viltais Racing IgolDunlop tyres delivered pace and longevity in season finaleInaugural Dunlop Superstock Trophy champions crownedDunlop tyres were the choice of the top thre...
Dunlop Superstock Trophy champions to be crowned at Bol d’Or
Majority of teams choose Dunlop tyres 24-hour endurance race closes EWC seasonHighly competitive Dunlop Superstock Trophy title battleDunlop tyres are the choice of the majority of the grid for this weekend’s Bol d’...
Dunlop Qualifier CORE now available in more sizes for hypersport value
Range grows with two front and five rear sizesAffordable hypersport package features latest Dunlop technologyAimed at sports, naked, roadster and sports tourer riders Dunlop Qualifier CORE is now available in more sizes...
Team USA sweeps Dunlop Geomax Challenge podium after gruelling ISDE
International Six Days of Enduro visits FranceTeam USA podium lockout in Dunlop Geomax ChallengeTop-five position for Dunlop team in World Trophy classificationLast week, the 96th edition of the International Six Days of End...
Maserati Grecale to arrive equipped with Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV
Goodyear tires selected as OE fitments for new Maserati Grecale SUVGoodyear to produce Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 SUV in 235/55R19 fittingMaserati Grecale is a mid-sized SUV with amazing performanceGoodyear tires have been selected as an original fitment on the upcoming Maserati Grecale. Initially announced in March, the car is the next generation in Maserati’s SUV range.
Goodyear will showcase its vision for helping customers become more efficient, more competitive, and more sustainable at IAA Transportation
Goodyear will showcase its Goodyear Total Mobility solution and vision for efficient and sustainable transportation at the IAA Transportation show in Hannover scheduled for 20-25 September. The company will highlight products, services, mobility solutions and modern web applications and data processing, that demonstrate its leading role in providing support for transport fleets in the future and demanding transport ecosystem.
Goodyear unveils TruckForce Service Awards for the second quarter
Five winners, each from different countries, are recognised this quarter Awards reflect the reach of Goodyear’s commercial activity across EuropeGoodyear is pleased to announce the winners of the TruckForce Service Awards for the second quarter of 2022. The award recognises outstanding service among TruckForce partners with operations in Europe.This quarter, winners we...
Dunlop teams impress in gruelling Suzuka 8 Hours
Leading Dunlop teams impressed with their performance and determination in Sunday’s Suzuka 8 Hours despite challenges that ultimately prevented the front-running teams from challenging for the victory. There was success in the Superstock class, however, with a Dunlop team on the podium.Full-season FIM Endurance World Championship outfits BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team and Webike SRC Kawasaki France both showed consistent and impressive pace o...
Dunlop looks forward to a Suzuka special as EWC heads to Japan
EWC’s long-awaited return to Japan for Suzuka 8H16 bikes to race on Dunlop tyresHigh-quality field bringing together the best of Europe and JapanThis weekend, the FIM Endurance World Championship makes its long-awaited return to the Suzuka 8 Hours as the top tier of motorcycle endurance racing heads back to Japan for the first time in three years. As ever, Dunlop is suppo...
Dunlop celebrates continued road racing success at Armoy
A clean sweep of victories for Padgetts Honda rider Davey ToddDunlop the tyre of choice for race winnersTodd breaks the Armoy record previously set by Michael DunlopDunlop has continued its 2022 road racing success at the Armoy Road Races in Northern Ireland. Victories for Milenco by Padgetts Honda rider Davey Todd in both Supersport races and the headline Race of Legends, ...
Renault chooses Goodyear for Mégane E-TECH Electric
EfficientGrip Performance range chosen as OEVector 4Seasons Gen-3 available as all-season optionBrand-new electric hatchback continue Mégane legacyRenault has selected a range of Goodyear tires as original equipment fitments on the brand-new Mégane E-TECH Electric, the French automaker’s new fully electric car.Five different Goodyear tires and sizes have been chosen as part of the Mégane ...
Dunlop MXGP rider Brian Bogers wins at sandy Lommel
Dunlop rider Brian Bogers scored his first ever victory in the FIM Motocross World Championship on Sunday, with his Dunlop Geomax tyres giving him the traction to master the sand at Lommel, one of MXGP’s most demanding tracks.Riding the Standing Construct Husqvarna Factory Racing bike, Bogers enjoyed a memorable race day in Belgium that gave him his first MXGP race win in the first heat and was improved by a last-lap pass to secure the overall G...
Dunlop enjoys more road racing success at Southern 100
A month after winning every solo race at the Isle of Man TT, Dunlop tyres were the choice for several victories at the Southern 100, including a dominant race week for Milenco by Padgetts Honda rider Davey Todd (pictured above, #7). Based on the 4.25-mile Billown Course at the southern tip of the Isle of Man, this year’s Southern 100 attracted many star riders from the TT a month ago, including Davey Todd and Michael Dunlop (pictured above,...
Goodyear hails teams for the speed and reliability of modern LMP2
LMP2 cars set new standards for reliability and performance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.Teams travelled further compared to races 10 years ago while using less fuel and fewer tyres.Three weeks after Le Mans, the FIA World Endurance Championship resumes at Monza.Last month, the 24 Hours of Le Mans delivered impressive results for Goodyear and the LMP2 category. 26 out of the ...
Grab the holeshot: Dunlop launches Geomax MX14
Developed with top riders in MXGPTaller tread blocks and new rubber compoundImprovements for traction, braking and slide controlDunlop’s new Geomax MX14 motocross tyre, which was developed in collaboration with top riders in the FIM Motocross World Championship, is now available for all motocross riders.As the successor to the Geomax MX12, th...
Dunlop renews partnership with ISDE ahead of 2022 edition
Dunlop Geomax Challenge returnsTeam USA chooses Dunlop to challenge for the win2022 edition to take place in southern FranceDunlop has renewed its partnership as an official sponsor of the FIM International Six Days of Enduro (ISDE), which this year takes place on a demanding route at Le Puy-en-Velay, France, from Monday 29 August to Saturday 3 September.
Goodyear launches GP-3E for wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and graders
Simplifying tyre choice for infrastructure projectsGoodyear has introduced GP-3E, a tyre designed for wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks and graders. Typically, such machines are used on major infrastructure projects that have tough cost and timescale targets. As a result of researching operators’ needs, Goodyear has increased the operational versatility of its latest tyre generation, the advanced GP-3E makes the tyre choice...
Relentless performance at Goodyear’s biggest 24 Hours of Le Mans since comeback
Goodyear’s second year as the exclusive tyre partner to the LMP2 category at the 24 Hours of Le Mans delivered unshakable performance, durability and consistency. The 27 cars in the LMP2 class began the race on Goodyear tyres, two more than last year which was the first year Goodyear began its exclusive partnership to the category in the FIA World Endurance Championship and European Le Mans Series. An around the clock operation supplied tea...
Dunlop tyres win every solo race at Isle of Man TT
Dunlop riders win six of six solo races at Isle of Man TTPeter Hickman wins four races, including prestigious Senior TT14 of 18 podium finishers chose Dunlop tyresDunlop tyres won all six solo races at the long-awaited return of the Isle of Man TT Races, including a historic victory in the headline Senior TT race for Dunlop rider Peter Hickman on Saturday. In total, Dunlop tyres were the tyre of ...
Goodyear launches The Sustainable Reality Survey 2022
Goodyear is pleased to announce the second year of its Sustainable Reality Survey, building on the results of last year.The annual survey asks those working in the transportation industry across Europe about the realities of working towards more sustainable transportation.More than 1000 fleets contributed to the results of last year’s survey, and this year is the first opportunity to identify trends and discover if perspectives have changed.
Read the fifth edition of Goodyear GoRacing
The fifth edition of GoRacing, Goodyear Racing's e-magazine, is now available. This edition previews the most prestigious endurance race on the calendar, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The magazine includes a feature from drivers competing in the race, explaining some of the most notorious parts of the circuit and what it takes to master a lap. Meanwhile, there's a deep dive into Goodyear's Le Mans tyre range and what's changed for this year.
24 Hours of Le Mans preview: Goodyear looks ahead to motorsport’s most prestigious endurance race
Goodyear is the exclusive tyre supplier for the LMP2 category24 Hours of Le Mans is the highlight of the endurance racing calendarGoodyear Blimp to fly over the race The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the most prestigious race on the endurance racing calendar. Goodyear looks ahead to exclusively supplying the grid of 27 LMP2 cars.Goodyear desi...
Dunlop wins 24H SPA EWC Motos with BMW Motorrad team
BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team won on the long-awaited return of world championship motorcycle racing to Belgium’s Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, racing throughout the day and night with Dunlop slick and wet tyres. Riders Markus Reiterberger, Ilya Mykhalchyk and Jeremy Guarnoni won the race by 7 laps with the No. 37 BMW M1000RR, surviving unpredictable conditions that caught out many of their rivals in the early hours of Sunday morning. C...
Dunlop ready for new challenge in first 24H SPA EWC race
Dunlop brings 3500 tyres to new 24-hour race at Spa-FrancorchampsSpecifications tested during recent test daysIntermediate tyre on offer for mixed conditionsThis weekend, the FIM Endurance World Championship heads to the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps for the return of world-class motorcycle endurance racing to the historic Belgian track. A new event like this always poses a ...
Husqvarna selects Dunlop MX33 tyres for its next-generation motocross range
Geomax MX33 tyres selected for Husqvarna 2023 models MX33 to be fitted as original equipment on 125, 250, 350 and 450cc modelsDunlop has been selected by Husqvarna to supply original equipment tyres for its latest motocross range. Dunlop Geomax MX33 has been chosen for its performance over soft terrain, control and shock absorption. Building on its existing motocros...
Goodyear takes technology and data integration next level within Total Mobility offer
Goodyear has taken a step forward with its Total Mobility solution by integrating its smart technologies which contribute to ease the digital transformation of fleets. Both FleetHub and TechHub are connecting numerous data points from different systems, presenting available tyre health data in one place. These advancements give fleet operators and service providers the data they need to make informed decisions on tyre management and overall maintenance needs of the vehicle park. &...
Goodyear, FIA and ETRA join forces towards sustainable racing
Ahead of the 2022 Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC) season, Goodyear, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and European Truck Racing Association (ETRA) are all focusing on driving sustainable racing actions. Manuel Vidal, FIA Truck Racing Commission President: "FIA’s approach is to have motorsport acting as a laboratory for sustainable mobility. In line with this, a couple of years ago the FIA...
Goodyear previews the 2022 Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship season
Goodyear has been the exclusive tyre supplier for almost 20 years and was appointed as official partner in 2016, and now becomes the title partner. The strengthened partnership will see Goodyear help drive the championship towards its net zero emission target set by the FIA in line with the Paris Agreement. The goal is for the championship to become net zero by 2038 the latest.The 2022 season will see 15 teams and their drivers compete across eight rounds and 32 race...
KTM launches 2023 SX range, gripped by Dunlop
Dunlop Geomax MX33 chosen as original equipment across KTM SX rangeMXGP and Supercross winning tyre, fitted as standard Dunlop’s world championship race-winning Geomax MX33 tyre has been chosen as original equipment across the majority of models in the 2023 KTM motocross range.The intense competitiveness of the motocross sector means that manufacturers are launching ne...
DAF certifies Goodyear “Masters” in Supplier Performance
Goodyear has recently been recognised as “Masters” in the 2021 Supplier Performance Management Program of DAF. The program is designed to recognise suppliers in a broad range of categories from product development, operations support and business alignment.In 2021 Goodyear has qualified for DAF’s highest category within the program, the “Masters” level. This is the first time Goodyear has achieved this score, owing to the work and dedication of its teams wh...
Read the fourth edition of Goodyear GoRacing
The fourth edition of Goodyear Racing's e-magazine, GoRacing, is now available. This edition previews what's to come throughout the 2022 season, featuring endurance racing with the FIA World Endurance Championship and European Le Mans Series, and touring car racing with WTCR - FIA World Touring Car Cup and ETCR - FIA eTouring Car World Cup.This weekend, the WTCR and ETCR seasons get underway at Pau-Ville in France, while the WEC campaign continues with the 6 Hours of S...
NEW GOODYEAR MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENABLES INDUSTRY-LEADING RESPONSE TIME
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company officially opened its new manufacturing facility in Dudelange, Luxembourg, today following a $77 million investment in its industry 4.0 digital manufacturing process.The new facility is a first of its kind for Goodyear and it will provide opportunities to learn, test and mature technology as production capability continues to increase. It features a new process focused on small-batch production of large rim diameter ultra-high...
Goodyear Blimp 2022 Tour Announced
The Goodyear Blimp is back at the European skies for a 2022 tourThe airship will fly over five race events between May and JulyIt will provide aerial coverage at WTCR Nürburgring and 24 Hours of Le MansThe Goodyear Blimp will fly in European skies for the third consecutive year since its comeback in 2020. In 2022, the calendar features five racing events, including the 90th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the WTCR - FIA World Touring Car Cup round a...
Goodyear announces TruckForce Service Award winners for the first quarter
Goodyear is honoured to announce the winners of the TruckForce Service Award for the first quarter of 2022. The awards recognise TruckForce partners with operations across the pan-European network who have demonstrated exceptional service.TruckForce keeps fleets running efficiently from over 2,000 European locations, each trained to deliver the highest quality standards 24/7. The expert team ensures fleets are equipped with the optimum technology and tyre choices for...
Goodyear Total Mobility hits the road this year with a European Drive Results roadshow
Goodyear will be showcasing the added value of its commercial Goodyear Total Mobility one-stop-shop offer as it embarks on a tour across multiple countries and starts a customized digital campaign. The tour will activate across Europe, following the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship calendar, as well as a number of key cities and trade events.The initiative invites commercial vehicle operators to experience the advantages of connecting the dots between ...
Strong start for Dunlop Superstock Trophy at Le Mans
Team 18 Sapeurs Pompiers CMS Motostore winTwo Dunlop Superstock teams feature in the Top Five overallDunlop development results in faster Superstock pace The 24 Heures Motos at Le Mans marked the debut of the Dunlop Superstock Trophy class in the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC). This category is for near-standard superbikes and the Dunlop partnership means that all riders will benefit from...
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6: Ready For Anything
The latest iteration of Goodyear's premium award-winning Eagle F1 range of ultra-high performance (UHP) tires is Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6. With new technology to improve dry and wet performance and electric vehicle suitability, Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is Ready For Anything. In this Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 press pack, find out about the technology that has gone into this award-winning tire, the legacy of the Eagle F1 family and how it is part of Goodyear's development of...
Goodyear invites transportation industry to rethink retreading
In the current environment, rethinking retreading is even more relevant than before. On top of the European climate Fit-for-55 plan, urging to become increasingly greener, the industry is also faced with an increasing cost impact. According to the Sustainable Reality Survey three out of four fleets recognised carbon footprint reduction as an impo...
Goodyear wins Auto Bild summer tire manufacturer of the year award
Auto Bild recognises Goodyear’s “future-oriented sustainability” in prestigious awardLeading German magazine Auto Bild has awarded Goodyear its prestigious ‘summer tire manufacturer of the year’ title, stating “The best summer tires come from Goodyear” in recognition of award-winning products across the Goodyear range that offer “dynamic top performance” in a sustainable manner1....
Dunlop ready for biggest ever EWC operation at 24 Heures Motos
Biggest ever Dunlop operation in EWC historyExclusive supply of Superstock class beginsTop BMW and Kawasaki factory teams choose DunlopThis weekend sees the start of an important FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) season for Dunlop with the 24 Heures Motos at Le Mans, France. It will mark the start of an exclusive supply to the Superstock class and the brand’s biggest...
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 selected for BMW iX electric SAV
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 fitted to BMW iXPremium electric SAV is the latest electric vehicle with Goodyear OE fitmentsWinter tires also selected from the Goodyear UltraGrip familyGoodyear tires will be fitted as original equipment to the brand-new BMW iX, the German manufacturer’s headline-grabbing premium electric SAV. Fitments of Goodyear EfficientGrip Perfo...
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 wins latest summer tire tests
Auto Motor und Sport names Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 “outstanding”Auto Bild testers give the tire an 6 “exemplary” ratingTyre Reviews and Aftonbladet also crown it as joint testwinnerGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has won several recent tire tests, including in German m...
Dunlop embarks on CIV Superbike supply in opening round at Misano
Last weekend, Dunlop began its tenure as the exclusive tyre supplier to the highest echelon of Italian two-wheeled motorsport, the top Superbike category of the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV). The opening rounds of the season took place at the Misano Adriatico circuit and were won by Luca Vitali and Michele Pirro. Honda rider Vitali is impressed with the initial performance level and looks forward to learning how to get the most out of t...
Goodyear launches POWERLOAD®
Goodyear has launched the new POWERLOAD® line to support the drive for productivity, durability and cost-effective operations of compact wheel loader and small grader machines, which have seen an upsurge in demand due to the growth of construction and development projects around the world.It is a competitive market with the introduction of new technology from OEMs, driven by the market demand for more efficient operations as well as environmental co...
Dunlop RoadSmart IV - a Motorrad test winner
Top score in 12 of 15 testsWet performance declared ‘phenomenal’Latest generation sport-touring tyre from Dunlop The latest Dunlop RoadSmart IV has been announced as a Motorrad test winner after the leading German magazine tested six tyre brands in the sport-touring sector through a total of 15 ass...