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Sun, 04 Jun 2023 05:35:40 +0200
Goodyear introduces first real-time tire intelligence capabilities at 24 Hours of Le Mans
The wireless, built-in sensor will be featured on tires for the NASCAR Garage 56 entryThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today introduced racing tires with the first real-time intelligence capability to record tire pressure and temperature to be featured on the NASCAR Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Garage 56 entry in this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans to be ...
Goodyear and Le Mans: The collaboration behind NASCAR’s return to La Sarthe
Garage 56 brings NASCAR back to Le Mans for the first time in nearly 50 years.When the French Tricolore is held aloft ahead of this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, a very special car will be among the usual suspects. A Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will officially represent the Garage 56 entry.
Goodyear at Le Mans: The insight into a driver-tire engineer relationship
What it takes to build an effective collaboration between driver and tire engineerIn the FIA World Endurance Championship, Goodyear provides each team with a tire performance engineer who works exclusively with a racing team to maximize its performance, often across multiple seasons. The essence of the relationship between tire engineer and driver is uni...
Dunlop to join Harley-Davidson’s 120th anniversary celebration
Dunlop will celebrate its history and collaboration with the iconic motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson when it attends HD120 in Budapest on 22nd to 25th June.2023 marks the 120th anniversary of the motorcycle manufacturer, which it is set to celebrate with the HD120 event at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.
Behind the scenes at Le Mans: The logistical story that powers Goodyear’s tire supply
Le Mans takes a proud spot on the FIA World Endurance Championship calendar: a high-speed travelling circus with some of the world’s most advanced technologies and finest motorsport talents on display. While one of seven races in seven countries on three continents, each with unique logistical challenges, none compare to Le Mans. When the cars line up to begin the c...
Goodyear to exhibit at Paris Air Show
Goodyear will exhibit its range of aviation products at the 54th edition of the Paris Air Show, which takes place at the Le Bourget Parc des Expositions from 19th to 25th June 2023. The exhibit will also celebrate the 125th anniversary of Goodyear and look ahead to its ‘Better Future’ corporate responsibility framework. With over a century of experience in the aviation industry, Goodyear’s range of aviation tires are chosen by the world’s leading aircraf...
Goodyear FIA ETRC preview: Goodyear prepares for another thrilling year of European truck racing
Goodyear looks ahead to another year as a long-standing partner and title sponsor of the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship.The Goodyear European Truck Racing Championship is set for another action-packed season when it kicks off at Misano on 20th/21st May.Europe’s premier truck racing category will visit nine ra...
Volkswagen selects Goodyear summer, winter and all-season tires for its ID. Buzz
The ID.Buzz will be the second ID model to fit Goodyear tires after the ID.3 Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, UltraGrip Performance+ and Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 are the tires availableGoodyear is pleased to announce the highly anticipated Volkswagen ID. Buzz and transport ve...
Dunlop extends MXGP partnership with a new multi-year contract
Infront Moto Racing and Dunlop have further extended their partnership. The race-winning tire brand has signed a new multi-year agreement to remain an Official Tire Partner to the series.Teams competing in MXGP, the highest level of motocross, have a free choice of tires. In recent years, Dunlop’s race-winning tires have been the choice of several top teams including Kaw...
Goodyear to uncover road haulage industry trends with its third Sustainable Reality Survey
Goodyear’s annual Sustainable Reality Survey is now live, with all the European transport fleets invited to participate for the third year running. The survey helps Goodyear understand the wider industry’s approach to sustainability, as well as giving fleets the opportunity to share their successes and challenges on the journey to sustainability. As in previous years, for each completed survey TreeNation will plant a b...
From F1 domination to Le Mans wins: Goodyear celebrates motorsport success on its 125th anniversary
With more F1 Grand Prix wins than any other tire manufacturer, through to decades of success in NASCAR and endurance racing, Goodyear highlights the tire technology milestones in its illustrious Le Mans history.The 24 Hours of Le Mans has created many golden moments for the Goodyear family of brands, holding the record of 49 overall combined victories for ...
Goodyear reveals UltraGrip Performance 3
Goodyear is set to launch the next generation of the popular UltraGrip winter tire range, the UltraGrip Performance 3. The innovative product takes a step forward in performance and fulfilling market needs.With the trend towards larger and more powerful vehicles, like SUVs and EVs, consumer demand has shifted toward premium tires with a proven record for delivering high performance and efficiency.
Goodyear launches UltraGrip Ice 3
Goodyear has announced the launch of its latest non-studded winter tire, UltraGrip Ice 3. The innovative product takes a step forward in performance and fulfilling market needs.Developed specifically for the unique requirements of the Nordic market, it is part of Goodyear’s most comprehensive winter line-up. UltraGrip Ice 3 will be available from Q2 2023.The tren...
ELMS preview: Goodyear set for another season of European endurance racing
The European Le Mans Series (ELMS) is back for another thrilling season of flat-out endurance racing. Goodyear looks forward to this weekend’s race at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya which kicks off a six-round calendar that visits some of the finest motorsport venues in Europe, including a double-header season finale in Portimao. Goodyear is proud to exclusively sup...
Goodyear designs tire for Lancia concept vehicle
Customization, aerodynamics, and design lie at the heart of the latest collaboration between Goodyear and the reborn Lancia brand.Goodyear was selected as the manufacturer of choice to produce a bespoke tire for their new concept vehicle, Lancia Pu+Ra HPE.Lancia Concept is the first vehicle of the new Lancia era, a 100% electric concept car that represents the vision of the brand in terms of design, interior home feeling, sustainability, electrifi...
24h Motos: Dunlop teams set the pace at dramatic Le Mans season opener
BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team charges to the podiumNew lap record as BMW praise Dunlop consistency and paceTecmas MRP BMW win the Dunlop Superstock Trophy from 3ART YamahaThe 24h Motos at Le Mans launched the 2023 FIM En...
Goodyear named LMGT3 category’s exclusive tire supplier in WEC and ELMS from 2024
Goodyear has been selected to become the exclusive tire supplier to the LMGT3 category in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) in a three-year deal beginning in 2024.The appointment comes as a result of the tender launched by the FIA and the ACO last December and was approved by members of the FIA World Motor Sport Council via e...
Goodyear kicks off the 2023 Drive Results European Tour showcasing its powerful suite to support transport fleets
Given tremendous success in the last year Goodyear once again exhibits its Goodyear Total Mobility and explains its business and sustainability support for fleet managers looking to enhance its operationsRedesigned showroom truck will provide unique experience coming from Goodyear innovative tires, advanced mobility solutions and fleet management applicationsThe tour will last eight months and vis...
Dunlop ready to support top teams as new EWC season kicks off at Le Mans
Dunlop is once again the tyre of choice for the majority of FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) teams as the 2023 season gets underway with the 24 Heures Motos at Le Mans this weekend.In total, Dunlop will supply tyres to 39 of the 54 bikes racing at Le Mans, the first of the four-round EWC season. In the top Formula EWC class, one of the few classes in international mo...
Dunlop Trailmax Raid allows adventure riders to explore without limits
The all-new Dunlop Trailmax Raid is designed for 50% on-road and 50% off-road use, combining expertise and technology from Dunlop’s extensive adventure riding and touring range with that from its off-road sector. It is suitable for a wide range of bikes from mid-size dual sports to large adventure bikes, offering off-road ability and predictability paired with superb wet weather capability and
Goodyear retains Auto Bild summer tire manufacturer of the year award
The prestigious German automotive publication and tire tester Auto Bild has awarded Goodyear with its ‘Top Manufacturer: Summer 2023’ award1 for the second consecutive year2. Testers recognised the consistent performance of Goodyear’s range of premium summer tires throughout its thorough tests of some of the market’s most popular brands.
‘Tires are not a commodity’: Goodyear addresses drivers’ informed purchase decisions
According to a recent study, more than four out of five drivers consider performance benefits when buying tires1.It is a common misconception that drivers don’t differentiate among different types and brands of tires and consider them as a pure commodity. New research conducted by Ipsos d...
Goodyear achieves ‘Master’ rating in DAF’s Supplier Performance Management (SPM) Program for the second year in a row
Goodyear is proud to announce it has achieved the highest ‘Master’ rating by DAF in its 2022 Supplier Performance Management Program. This is the second consecutive year that DAF has recognised Goodyear with its most prestigious supplier accolade.Each year, DAF evaluates its suppliers in terms of product development, operations support and business alignment under the Supplier Performance Management Program (SPM). Suppliers can reach the status of Achiever, Leade...
FIA World Endurance Championship: Will Stevens wins the inaugural Goodyear Wingfoot Award
Ahead of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), Goodyear announced it would award a trophy to recognise sustained performance and endurance. Goodyear is the exclusive tire partner to the intensely competitive LMP2 category, and all drivers from the class are eligible for the award.The Goodyear Wingfoot Award is given to the driver who achieves the fastest consecu...
Avon Tyres’ motorcycle brand accelerates into the future as part of Goodyear family
Avon Tyres, one of the motorcycle industry’s longest-established tire brands, will receive a fresh focus as part of the wider Goodyear group of brands. Having incorporated Avon into its family in 2022, Goodyear is looking ahead to the future with a reinvigorated approach to the Avon brand. Now sitting alongside the Dunlop brand in Europe, the incorporation of Avon i...
Goodyear launches Goodyear DrivePoint Heavy Duty solution for port applications
Port-based drive-past tire inspection system that allows automated and dynamic tire pressure measurement. Increased uptime, efficiency and lower operating costs for the container handling industry. User-friendly mobile and web applications support proactive monitoring and preventive maintenance of the machines. Goodyear is launching innovative DrivePoint Heavy Duty tire monitoring solution wh...
Goodyear celebrates women by launching bespoke mentoring and development program
Program developed by Goodyear Women’s Network EMEA brings inspiring culture to life, growing female talentNew mentoring program aimed at women wishing to work in tech is positioned to nurture a diverse workforceDiversity and inclusion at the heart of new program in partnership with KnowThyBrand Women and Girls in Tech Luxemb...
Dunlop pushes tire development ahead of 2023 Moto2™, Moto3™ season
Dunlop to introduce new technologies to push performanceNew tires to roll out during the season in Moto2™ and Moto3™Dunlop is preparing for another thrilling season of FIM Moto2™ and Moto3™ action when the 2023 championship gets underway in Portimao, Portugal, on 26th March. Dunlop enters 2023 ready to begin its 14th and 12th year of exclusive tire supply to Moto2™ and Moto3™, respectively, pushing forward development with new technologies throughout the...
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 named test winner and Eco-Master in prestigious Auto Bild summer tire test
Goodyear is proud to announce that Auto Bild has awarded the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 top honours in its recent summer tire test1. Goodyear’s ultra-high performance (UHP) tire performed better than 49 other products to rank top of the list in this prestigious test. Auto Bild’s summer tire test evaluated a comprehensive set of characteristics ...
WEC preview: Goodyear predicts new era for race strategy as tyre warmers removed
With tyre warmers no longer permitted in the LMP2 class for the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship season, Goodyear expects new opportunities for teams to vary race strategies. Now in the third season with Goodyear as exclusive tyre supplier to the category, these changes could see some of the most competitive LMP2 action yet.WEC returns in 2023 for another season of to...
Top MXGP teams choose Dunlop in bid for championship success
Seven teams across MXGP and MX2 on Dunlop in 2023Three leading WMX riders choose DunlopMXGP at the forefront of motocross tyre developmentThe FIM Motocross World Championship season begins this weekend with some of the serie...
Goodyear launches URBANMAX COMMUTER to support sustainable public transportation
Designed for modern traditional and electric buses used in inter-city and commuter trafficFeatures Goodyear’s latest RFID technology for smart fleet managementFully retreaded bus tire brings additional benefits for business and the environmentGoodyear has launched the latest addition to its people mobility tire range, URBANMAX COMMUTER, which bridges the gap between tires with long-distance and inner-city applications. The tire was developed specifi...
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 awarded best grade in ADAC tire test
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was recently awarded the highest ranking by the ADAC in the organisation’s milestone 50th anniversary summer tire test1. The Goodyear tire was described by testers as “enormously well-balanced”, meaning it provides consistency and confidence across the whole range of conditions. It was also given the best score for...
Le Mans Garage 56 unveiling highlights Goodyear’s innovation and experience
NASCAR has officially unveiled the Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and livery it plans to race as the Garage 56 entry in the Centenary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The livery underlines Goodyear’s role in bringing together technology from the worlds of NASCAR and Le Mans. The Garage 56 project is anticipated to be approved for entry by l'Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO) in the coming weeks.
Goodyear expands Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 range to fit some of the most popular cars in the market
Goodyear’s award-winning Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 will be available in a greater number of sizes in 2023. The tire delivers leading ultra-high performance across both wet and dry conditions and is ready for the latest generation of EVs and SUVs which have surged in popularity across Europe.In 2023, the tire will be available in four new and strategic sizes to cover popular ...
Goodyear strengthens award-winning range with launch of EfficientGrip Compact 2
New summer tire to serve the 14- and 15-inch passenger vehicle market.Goodyear has announced the release of the EfficientGrip Compact 2, a tire designed to optimise performance in compact cars, strengthening the EfficientGrip offering for the small passenger vehicle segment.The EfficientGrip Compact 2 is part of the wider award-winning EfficientGrip family, including the EfficientGrip Performance 2, EfficientGrip 2 SUV and EfficientGrip Cargo 2. It adds t...
Dunlop expands trail tyre offering with Trailmax Raid
Dunlop has revealed its new 50/50 trail tyre, Trailmax Raid. Designed for 50% on-road and 50% off-road use, the new offering is the latest addition to the brand’s strong presence in the adventure and trail segment. Developed as a true 50/50 tyre, Trailmax Raid combines expertise and technology from Dunlop’s extensive adventure riding and touring range with that fr...
Goodyear announces fourth quarter TruckForce Award winners
Goodyear is pleased to announce the recipients of the TruckForce Award for the final quarter of 2022. The award gives special recognition to the TruckForce partners that have gone the extra mile for its customers and demonstrated exceptional customer service.This quarter, four winners have been selected from Germany, Italy, Serbia and the United Kingdom. Eligible criteria includes demonstrating excellent customer and client support while successfully utilising Goodye...
Dunlop Sportmax Q-Lite: Sports touring performance for lightweight bikes
Dunlop Sportmax Q-Lite launched for the lightweight sectorSports touring performance with enhanced mileage Tread pattern inspired by Dunlop’s range of hypersport tyresDunlop has launched its latest sports touring tyre, Sportmax Q-Lite, which combines hypersport-style performance with a high-mileage tread and improved handling. This mix makes the Sportmax Q-Lite suitable to tackle the demands of daily riding on lightweight bikes, such as the 125cc and...
Goodyear-supported De Rooy team wins Dakar using TPMS technology
Goodyear partner Team De Rooy IVECO has reached the end of the challenging 2023 Dakar Rally, completing almost 9000 varied kilometres across Saudi Arabia over 16 days. As part of their journey, the Dutch team used Goodyear OFFROAD tires and Goodyear’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to help keep track of a vital part of their effort.When the final stage of the Dak...
Goodyear OFFROAD tires take another Dakar Rally win with Team De Rooy
Goodyear tires were the winning choice of 2023 Dakar Rally winner Team De Rooy, which took victory at the end of 16 challenging days of action across the Saudi Arabian desert. After almost 9000 kilometres of rock, sand and muddy terrain, with almost 5000 of those as special stages, the Dutch team finished first, third and fourth with three of its IVECO trucks.As the only p...
Goodyear unveils 90% sustainable-material demonstration tire, approved for road use
Today, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company unveiled a demonstration tire comprised of 90% sustainable materials. This demonstration tire has passed all applicable regulatory testing as well as Goodyear’s internal testing.
Goodyear and Gatik demonstrate capability to accurately estimate tire-road friction potential
In an important step towards safer and more sustainable goods movement through autonomous transportation, Goodyear and Gatik have demonstrated, in a proof of concept, that intelligent tires powered by Goodyear SightLine technology can accurately estimate tire-road friction potential and provide real-time informa...
Dunlop Geomax MX33 chosen as original fitment for factory edition motocross bikes
KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas choose Dunlop Geomax MX33 for factory edition motocross bikesGeomax MX33 used to win in AMA Supercross and MXGP Proven race-winning tyre, fitted as standardDunlop’s Geomax MX33, a proven championship-winning tyre, has once again been chosen as original equipment on the factory edition models from three of the most successful motocross racing brands.The KTM 450 SX-F Factory Edition, Husqvarna FC 450 Rockstar Edition an...
Goodyear ready to support De Rooy truck team for Dakar challenge
The 2023 motorsport season waits no time to get started, with one of the world’s most prestigious races already getting underway while New Year’s celebrations are going on around the globe. From 31 December 2022 to 15 January 2023, the 2023 Dakar will tear across the Saudi Arabian mountains and desert. Teams complete 14 stages criss-crossing the country from the Red Sea to the Arabian Gulf and covering almost 5000 km. Goodyear is a partner of Team De Rooy Iveco, providing them...
Goodyear Sustainable Reality Survey: sustainability remains at the forefront of fleet operations
Goodyear has unveiled the results of its annual Sustainable Reality Survey. The survey asked more than 1,400 fleet operators from 33 European countries about their sustainability efforts, targets and strategies. The key findings are: Fleets report a significant rise in clearly defined sustainability objectives and measures. Knowledge of environmental legislation continues to rise. Tires continue to play a key role in lowering fleet carbon emissions...
Goodyear FIA ETRC 2022: Goodyear completes another successful season of heavyweight racing
Goodyear has completed another spectacular season of truck racing action, demonstrating the performance, durability and sustainability of its truck tyre technology. The 2022 Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship season drew to a close in Jarama, Spain on 2nd October, the last of eight rounds.A dominant Norbert Kiss won his fourth title in Goodyear FIA ETRC, with Teo Calvet fending off close competition to win the Goodyear FIA ETRC Promoter’s Cup.
The legacy continues: Goodyear and NASCAR announce the continuation of a historic relationship
With one of the longest-running relationships in racing history, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and NASCAR today announced a new multi-year agreement renewing Goodyear’s position as the exclusive tire for NASCAR’s top three national series. The agreement continues Goodyear’s designation as the “Official Tire of NASCAR,” as well as the title sponsor...
Goodyear and rFactor close the gap between real and virtual racing
Goodyear collaborates with rFactor 2 developer Studio 397 to bring cutting-edge tyre models to Le Mans Virtual SeriesGoodyear continues as an official partner of the esports championshipTogether, Goodyear and Studio 397 have achieved a step forward in authenticity and realism
Goodyear wins award for optimization of ultra-high performance development process
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is the 2022 winner of the Innovation Award, in the category “Process,” presented by FEDIL, the Luxembourgish multisectoral business federation. In this category, Goodyear was recognized for optimizing its Ultra-High-Performance (UHP) development process by combining different techniques and disciplines through a statistical model, extending current capabilities. More than 50 performance criteria must be considered when developin...