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Goodyear tires chosen by Citroën as original equipment for the ë-C3

Goodyear’s EfficientGrip Performance 2 has been chosen by Citroën to equip its new all-electric ë-C3. The approved fitment embodies Goodyear’s commitment to performance, efficiency, and the future of electric mobility.The new Citroën ë-C3 is the first all European designed and built affordable small car without any compromise on quality, experience and comfort.

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Dunlop begins MXGP season with MX2 win in Argentina

Dunlop riders completed the FIM Motocross World Championship season opener in Argentina with the MX2 win and a full Dunlop podium in the second race, including a return to the top step of the podium for Kay de Wolf and a first podium for Triumph Racing. This success demonstrates how the combination of Dunlop Geomax MX34 and MX14 provided the grip and stability needed to push to the li...

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Dębica Presto: The all-new budget summer tire designed for versatile vehicle usage

Dębica is pleased to announce the launch of the Dębica Presto, the latest high-performance summer tire with a robust construction suitable for modern SUVs, excellent wet grip and efficiency. The first new SKUs have been available since January, and a total of 22 new sizes will be on the market by August 2024.  &...

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Goodyear tires chosen for the new Volkswagen Passat Variant

A range of Goodyear tires have been selected as original equipment (OE) fitments by Volkswagen for the all-new Passat Variant. Goodyear summer, winter and all-season tires will be available in all applicable tire sizes on the new model.The new Passat will be launched as a versatile estate car, known as the Variant in most markets, in the first quarter of 2024. With more th...

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Goodyear Qatar 1812 km preview: WEC welcomes LMGT3

A new dawn for GT racing begins next weekend as the first round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) gets underway at the Lusail International Circuit, Qatar. LMGT3 will make its debut appearance with an 18-car grid.Goodyear is the exclusive tire supplier to LMGT3, which replaces LMGTE in WEC, the pinnacle of endurance racing. The category is based on the existing...

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Goodyear embarks on new era at the pinnacle of GT racing

2024 will be Goodyear’s biggest year in endurance racing since it returned in 2020. With the introduction of LMGT3 in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), Goodyear Racing has spent months developing an advanced specification of tire for the exciting new category. Nine of the most recognisable brands in GT racing will battle around the world o...

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Dunlop SportSmart TT impresses at Suzuki GSX-8R launch

Dunlop SportSmart TT was the chosen tire of Suzuki to equip the launch of its new GSX-8R in January, helping to extract maximum performance out of the new model. The launch took place at the same Monteblanco Circuit that Dunlop used to launch SportSmart TT six years ago.The Suzuki GSX-8R, announced at EICMA in 2023 and commercially launched in January 2024, is based on its...

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One-two finish for Dunlop teams in FIM E-Xplorer World Cup

One-two finish for Dunlop teams in FIM E-Xplorer World CupDunlop equipped teams dominated the opening round of the FIM E-Xplorer World Cup in Osaka, Japan, with Team HRC winning ahead of Robbie Maddison Racing.Dunlop Geomax tires were chosen by six teams, and five out of the six possible p...

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Dunlop sponsors innovative FIM E-Xplorer World Cup opener

Dunlop will be at the forefront of the exciting FIM E-Xplorer World Cup when its 2024 season begins in Osaka, Japan, this weekend, providing tires for the off-road electric racing series.Thanks to its wide experience in off-road racing, Dunlop is well positioned to grip the off-road electric bikes that will compete in this innovative and sustainable championship. Launched ...

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Goodyear guide to driving in winter in Europe 2023/24

Goodyear guide to driving in winter in Europe 2023/24Whether you are a local or a tourist taking a scenic winter driving holiday, it's not always easy to know what tire legislation might exist in different European regions, and the arrival of colder temperatures and harsh weather conditions can make driving during the winter period difficult and daunting. ...

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Sava Intensa SUV 2 focuses on budget segment with range expansion

Sava is pleased to announce the expansion of its summer tire Intensa SUV 2 range, with 15 new sizes for the SUV market. The European car market continues to evolve towards SUVs, with the transition to EV and hybrid powertrains accelerating the growth. Forecasts predict a compound annual growth rate of 5.5% 1 in the SUV market between 2022 and 2027. In the s...

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Goodyear announces expansion to its Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 range

Goodyear has announced it will introduce 95 new SKUs for its premium summer tire Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, with a particular focus on sizes 19” and above to further enhance Goodyear’s offering in the market.The European car market continues to evolve towards SUVs, with the transition to EV and hybrid powertrains accelerating the growth. Goodyear forecasts a compound annua...

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Dunlop Trailmax Raid chosen for rally-inspired special edition from Suzuki Italy

Suzuki Italy has revealed a special edition of its popular V-Strom model, featuring Dunlop Trailmax Raid tires as part of a package of adventure-focused upgrades that evoke memories of Suzuki’s historic off-road prowess.The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE Djebel was revealed at the Motor Bike Expo in Verona, Italy, earlier this month, and is characterised by graphics reminiscent of...

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Team De Rooy demonstrates solid performance at Dakar 2024 with Goodyear tires and TPMS

Following 14 demanding days navigating the challenging terrains of Saudi Arabia in the Dakar 2024 Rally, Team De Rooy, equipped with Goodyear OFFROAD tires and TPMS, celebrates their solid performance, highlighting resilience, skill, and determination.The 2024 Dakar Rally proved to be a formidable challenge, spanning from AlUla to Yanbu, covering 5,000 kilometers of diverse landscapes. Team De Rooy faced steep inclines, treacherous descents, and new ...

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Top motocross brands choose Dunlop Geomax MX34 as standard fitment

Dunlop's next-generation soft-mid MX tire, the Geomax MX34, has been selected by three prominent motocross manufacturers as the standard original equipment tire on their factory edition bikes. Following their selection of Geomax MX33 last year, the latest Geomax range has been chosen by KTM, GasGas and Husqvarna, solidifying Dunlop’s continued partnership with manufacturers competing at the highest level of motocross com...

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Goodyear and ZF collaborate to improve vehicle motion control with tire intelligence

Integration of Goodyear SightLine and ZF cubiX explores new safety features and enhanced driving dynamicsCollaboration named a CES 2024 Innovation Award HonoreeThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a global leader in connected mobility, and ZF, a global leader in vehicle systems and industrial technology...

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TDK and Goodyear announce collaboration to advance tire intelligence technologies

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) and The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) today announced a collaboration to advance next-generation tire solutions with the goal of accelerating the development and adoption of integrated intelligent hardware and software into tires and vehicle ecosystems.Together, the organizations plan to bring a robust tire sensing system to market, combining TDK’s s...

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Goodyear and TNO enable safer mobility with tire intelligence

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a leader in connected mobility, and TNO, a Dutch research organization, have showcased new possibilities for enhancing vehicle safety by integrating tire intelligence technology into the anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller of a test vehicle.The ABS is an important safety component in modern vehicles designed to help the driver maintain steering control ...

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Goodyear and Gatik further advance safety of autonomous vehicles with tire intelligence integration

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a leader in connected mobility, and Gatik (Gatik AI, Inc.), the leader in autonomous middle mile B2B logistics, announced the expansion of the industry’s first, successful integration of tire intelligence technology into an autonomous driving system.Gatik's autonomous fleet, consisting of Class 3–7 box trucks, has made significant strides in enhancing t...

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Goodyear strengthens brand portfolio and expands European coverage

With Goodyear as the fastest growing premium tire brand in Europe, the company is redefining roles for its house of brands.After completing a comprehensive industry analysis and consumer segmentation study across Europe, Goodyear has unveiled plans to invest in and strengthen its portfolio of consumer brands, with a stronger premium role for Goodyear and redefined roles for its other brands, including Dunlop....

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Goodyear's robust support powers Team De Rooy in the 2024 Dakar rally challenge

Goodyear reaffirms its partnership with Team De Rooy for the upcoming Dakar 2024 rally. As their official tire supplier, Goodyear will support the Dutch team with high-performance offroad tires and tire management solutions throughout every stage of the competition. Goodyear's Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will be deployed by Team De Rooy to monitor tire temperature and pressure levels in real time, ensuring swift responses to challenges and minimizing downtime.

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Goodyear launches “Drive Results Blog” empowering truck fleets for enhanced efficiency, competitiveness and sustainability

Goodyear is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new blog, designed to provide valuable insights and expert guidance to transport fleet managers helping them to drive results in terms of efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability. This initiative is part of G...

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Dunlop expands portfolio to meet demands of the Light Truck market

Dunlop has strengthened its portfolio with the introduction of new light truck tires in the all-season and winter segments. Two new products will be available: Dunlop Econodrive AS (all-season) and Dunlop Econodrive Winter, expanding the existing Dunlop Econodrive light truck  range which includes summer tires Dun...

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Goodyear's cutting-edge tires for every vehicle: Unveiling the Goodyear EV-Ready logo

All new and current Goodyear tires are optimized to deliver exceptional performance for electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, and this will be further clarified by the introduction of the new Goodyear EV-Ready logo.The new label, which will be introduced on the sidewall of all new replacement tires from the beginning of 2024, is designed to ensure drivers...

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Dunlop looks to the future, reflecting on a proud Grand Prix history

Although the MotoGP of Valencia ends a continuous presence in Grand Prix racing that started in 1949, Dunlop has reaffirmed its commitment to top-level and world championship motorcycle motorsport, a key component of the brand's DNA.Dunlop’s success story in Grand Prix racing has an impressive array of highlights, including: 

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Driving efficiency and insights: how Goodyear is leveraging data integration to support fleets

Goodyear achieved the first data integration to a third-party system in its tire management solutions for the Off-The-Road (OTR) industry, showcasing the company’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements. Thanks to Hiboo’s integration of data coming from Goodyear TPMS Heavy Duty, users can experience a more unified view of tire health and vehicle performance.Off-The-Road fleets, much like their on-road counterparts, e...

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Goodyear to unveil KMAX S & D GEN-2 17,5” -19,5” range at SOLUTRANS 2023

Goodyear will launch its KMAX S & D GEN-2 17.5” and 19,5” Steer and Drive commercial vehicle tire at SOLUTRANS 2023. With enhanced fuel efficiency, new KMAX GEN-2 will support cost savings and improved ranges across different applications, also for electric vehicles.Market-driven expansion Goodyear is enhancing its product range in response to evolving market demands such as growing need for vehicles with lower emissions and the increa...

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Filipe Albuquerque crowned 2023 Goodyear Wingfoot Award winner

Goodyear has crowned Filipe Albuquerque with the 2023 Wingfoot Award in Bahrain. The United Autosports driver won the award after an incredibly consistent season, narrowly beating Robert Kubica to take the overall season award. Meanwhile, Albert Costa took the top Wingfoot Award prize for the 8 Hours of Bahrain, with a stint average lap time of 1:56.96, 0.172 quicker ...

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New Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3 on top in multiple Nordic winter tire tests

Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3 convinces in latest tests with its excellent balanced performance.The new Goodyear Nordic friction tire UltraGrip Ice 3 is specifically designed for Nordic winter conditions. In recent Nordic magazine tire tests, it has obtained several top positions.  In the latest Finni...

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Albuquerque, Kubica tied on Goodyear Wingfoot Award points going into WEC Bahrain finale

In addition to the LMP2 drivers’ and constructors’ championships being decided in Bahrain this weekend, the Goodyear Wingfoot Award is also up for grabs.The FIA World Endurance Championship is set for a battle under the lights in Bahrain, with the Goodyear Wingfoot Award, drivers’ and constructors’ championships still to be decided.

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Goodyear demonstrated unwavering support for Team De Rooy in winning Rallye du Maroc 2023

Goodyear has supported Team De Rooy in the Rallye du Maroc 2023 which took place from 12th to 18th October. During this prelude to the Dakar 2024, Goodyear OFFROAD tires and Goodyear TPMS solution helped to conquer the demanding conditions of the Sahara sands.The Rallye du Maroc 2023 served as a proving ground for the upcoming Dakar 2024 for the Team De Rooy. With the support of Goodyear's tire technology and solutions the team ...

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Goodyear to showcase its integrated approach to driving fleet efficiency, competitiveness and sustainability at SOLUTRANS 2023

Goodyear is excited to announce its participation in SOLUTRANS 2023, the trade fair for haulage and urban transport professionals. SOLUTRANS is set to take place from 21st to 25th November 2023 at the Lyon Eurexpo, France. The company will present its comprehensive Goodyear Total Mobility end-to-end offering that empowers fleets to maximize efficiency, increase competitiveness, and foster sustainability.The interactive Goodyear ...

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Goodyear commits to long-term historic tire supply agreement with Masters

Goodyear announces global commitment to historic racing across portfolio of brandsGoodyear has announced a long-term tire supply agreement with Masters Historic Racing, one of the leading promoters of historic motorsport in the world. The tire supply agreement builds on Masters' long standing relationships with the Goodyear-owned Dunlop and Avon brands, and marks the reintroduction of Goodyear into several premium championships, including events for Formula 1 and 24 Hours of Le ...

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Dunlop to showcase its strongest range yet at world's largest motorcycle show

Dunlop is set to return to EICMA, showcasing its newest models and most innovative tire line-up to date. Dunlop’s presence at EICMA, in Milan, Italy, provides the perfect platform for it to discuss exciting plans for 2024 and beyond with dealers, partners and riders across the motorcycle industry.Dunlop will showcase its full Trail line-up at EICMA, including the newest ...

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Avon looks ahead to the future with EICMA presence

Avon Tyres, one of the motorcycle industry’s longest-established tire brands, will make its return to a major international show in November when it exhibits at EICMA in Milan, Italy.Looking ahead to an exciting future as part of the Goodyear family of brands, Avon will exhibit at the world's largest motorcycle fair to discuss plans for 2024 and beyond with riders and pa...

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Goodyear crowned Manufacturer of the Year of Winter Tires

Goodyear has once again been honoured as the Manufacturer of the Year 1, by the prestigious German automotive publication Auto Bild, this time for their outstanding performance in the winter tire category. This significant recognition follows their earlier award as the Manufacturer of the Year of Summer Tires 20232, reflecting Goodyear's excellence in providing superior tires year-round.Auto Bild has praised the exceptional performance of Goodye...

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Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac RT launches in Europe

Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac RT is Goodyear’s premium 4x4 offering which offers a significant step forward in technology and performance compared to its predecessor, Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac. The tire, which is already available in many demanding global markets, is now also launched in Europe, with more sizes coming in Q4 2023.This latest tire in the Goodyear 4x4 range i...

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​​Nine new sizes of Goodyear’s Vector 4Seasons Cargo tire available now​

Goodyear is expanding its Vector 4Seasons Cargo tire range with nine new sizes, reaching a comprehensive line-up of 28 SKUs from 14 to 19 inches to meet the growing needs of fleets in Europe. ​The broad range can fit some of the most popular light commercial vehicles in the market, such as the Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, MAN TGE and Isuzu D-MAX.​ 

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Goodyear Sustainable Reality Survey 2023: European transport fleets seek support during difficult situation in the industry

Goodyear has concluded its third edition of annual Sustainable Reality Survey, which involved over 1,600 European fleets.Each year, Goodyear sets out to examine sustainability trends in the ...

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Goodyear's Sustainable Reality Survey 2023 reveals latest trends in European road transport fleets

Goodyear announces the release of its 2023 Sustainable Reality Survey report, a comprehensive examination of perceptions and actions related to sustainability in European road transport fleets participating to the surve...

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Goodyear Sustainable Reality Survey 2023: Fuel efficient tires play a vital role in sustainable fleet management

Goodyear’s third annual Sustainable Reality Survey found that fleets across Europe recognise the importance and benefits of efficient tires, with tires coming out on top as the most popular changeable component when i...

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Goodyear brands shine in ADAC winter tire test

Goodyear winter tires achieve ADAC podium Awarded 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, Goodyear brands impress in the latest ADAC winter tire test, which is one of the most comprehensive of its kind in Europe. ADAC is Europe’s largest automobile association, and in it...

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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 awarded “Eco-Master” and “Green Tire” by Auto Bild

In their latest winter tire test 1 the German automotive publication Auto Bild praises the new Goodyear winter tire UltraGrip Performance 3 for its great efficiency and sustainability and awards the tire with their labels “Eco-Master” and “Green Tire”.  The test results underlin...

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Learn how to become a more confident driver in winter

In an effort to assist worried drivers, Goodyear, in collaboration with renowned psychologist David Waskuri, has gathered tips to become a more confident driver during the cold season. The tips are published as Goodyear is releasing the next generation of premium winter tires to meet the highest demands of drivers in Europe. 

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Dunlop most successful tire brand at Motocross of Nations

Dunlop riders Romain Febvre, Tom Vialle win on home soil for Team FranceDunlop added to its best ever FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) season and clean sweep of Supercross with a highly successful Motocross of Nations (MXoN) on Sunday, where it was the most successful tire brand with the highest number of race wins and podium finishes. 

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Dunlop named title sponsor and exclusive tire supplier to Italian CIV series

Dunlop extends partnership with Italian championship to supply all classes in multi-year dealDunlop has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting motorcycle racing at all levels with the news that it will be the title sponsor and exclusive tire supplier to all classes of the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV) from 2024.

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All-star Dunlop lineup heads to Motocross of Nations

Dunlop looks ahead to Motocross of Nations after most successful MX seasonDunlop heads to this weekend’s Motocross of Nations with the goal of building on its most successful FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) season to date and continued dominance on the North American stage.Following the se...

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Goodyear DriverHub application empowers Mercedes-Benz truck drivers and fleets for enhanced efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability

Goodyear is announcing the seamless integration of the Goodyear DriverHub mobile application into the Mercedes-Benz Truck App Portal. Becoming a partner application supports the landscape of commercial trucking by offering drivers and fleets using Mercedes-Benz trucks access to additional real-time vehicle data, driving efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability through instant access to tire condition information.

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Goodyear truck tires set to shine at Le Mans in the Goodyear FIA ETRC

Goodyear is gearing up to demonstrate the reliability and performance of its truck tires at the prestigious 24H Camions Le Mans. Taking place on September 23-24, 2023, as part of the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC), this event will feature the crème de la crème of European truck drivers, with Goodyear tires poised to tackle the most demanding conditions....

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Dunlop celebrates double success at Bol d’Or

Dunlop Superstock Trophy awarded in the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC).Dunlop teams show strong pace in open-tire top Formula EWC class.The 2023 FIM EWC finished with a championship decider packed with drama, close racing and on-track battles in both the Formula EWC class and Dunlop Su...

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