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Fri, 29 Sep 2023 14:50:26 +0200
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....
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...
Filipe Albuquerque wins Goodyear Wingfoot Award at 6 Hours of Fuji
Albuquerque and Robert Kubica leave Japan tied on points going into the final round.Filipe Albuquerque won the Goodyear Wingfoot Award at the 6 Hours of Fuji. The win puts him level with Team WRT driver Robert Kubica at the top of the Goodyear Wingfoot Endurance Award standings going into the final round at Bahrain on 4th November.
Dunlop prepares for championship contention at the Bol d’Or
Dunlop is ready for an exciting FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) season finale at Circuit Paul Ricard, where it will be supporting top teams in the Formula EWC class and Dunlop-exclusive Superstock class as they compete for the race win and championship titles.The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, currently positioned third in the FIM EWC standings, aims t...
Dunlop expands enduro tire range with new Geomax EN91 EX
Dunlop has revealed the newest addition to its enduro tire range: Geomax EN91 EX. Based on the race-winning Geomax EN91, the new EN91 EX rear tire is designed for both highly skilled enduro riders racing in the most extreme events and weekend enthusiasts seeking improved performance for their enduro rides.This super soft tire promises an unprecedented level of performance, offering enhanced grip, particularly on the most challenging and slippery terrains, as well as superior traction a...
Dunlop rider Courtney Duncan crowned 2023 Women’s Motocross champion
Dunlop rider Courtney Duncan won her fourth WMX championship in five years on Sunday, after taking victory at the MXGP of Türkiye.Dunlop has now been the tire of choice for ten of the last twelve WMX champions, including Duncan, who won with Kawasaki in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023 and Italian racer Kiara Fontanesi, who was champion in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2018.Just like in the top MXGP class, and the MX2 category for rising stars, Dunlop’s WMX partner teams have acc...
Premium tires and more: Goodyear to exhibit at steinexpo 2023
Goodyear will showcase its premium OTR tires as well as solutions for construction and industrial machinery at steinexpo 2023 from August 23rd to 26th in Germany. As a tire manufacturer, Goodyear offers a wide range of products and sizes. At its stand (B81) in the open-air area of the fair, the tire manufacturer will provide information on its tire portfolio for dump trucks and its classic tire range for wheel loaders as well as for heavy-duty trucks and tippers on...
Dunlop riders continue winning streak at MXGP of The Netherlands
Dunlop riders have continued their run of success in 2023 with victories in MXGP, MX2 and WMX. Romain Febvre took his sixth overall FIM Motocross World Championship victory of the season with a second and first place finish in the two Sunday races at Arnhem in The Netherlands.In MXGP race one, ...
Goodyear collaborates with Opel to create tire concept for Opel Experimental
Goodyear, a world leader in tire technology, has joined forces with German automotive brand Opel to develop an innovative custom tire designed specifically for the revolutionary Opel Experimental concept car. This collaboration between the two brands showcases Goodyear's unwavering commitment to marrying exceptional design with cutting-edge automotive engineering.The tire's unique features, including a custom sidewall, tread design, and compound, seamlessly complemen...
Goodyear's 125th Anniversary Press Kit
We look forward to reaching this impressive milestone on 29 August and celebrating 125 years of cutting-edge innovations that enable mobility and fuel our journey forward.Click on the follow links to experience the Goodyear 125th Anniversary Press Kit. News releases:
Dunlop tires chosen by top teams from Europe and Japan for Suzuka 8 Hours
Dunlop tires are the choice of leading teams from both Europe and Japan at this weekend’s Suzuka 8 Hours, the third round of the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC). After a strong start to the EWC season with 24-hour races at Le Mans and Spa-Francorchamps, EWC heads to Japan for its only race outside of Europe, where the top endurance teams from Europe an...
Goodyear tires chosen as original equipment for the new fully-electric Jeep Avenger
A range of Goodyear tires have been selected as original equipment (OE) fitments by Jeep® for the all-new Avenger. The approved fitments include tires from Goodyear’s summer and all-season ranges, to complement the vehicle's advanced capabilities.Goodyear’s tires will be fitted as standard to the highly anticipated Jeep Avenger, which is the first Jeep vehicle which comes in an all-electric version. This significant develop...
MXGP Finland: Five wins in five for Febvre on Dunlop
An impressive Romain Febvre claimed his fifth consecutive victory in MXGP, taking the overall win in Vantaa, Finland on Sunday.Dunlop rider Romain Febvre has claimed victory in the MXGP round at Vantaa, taking the top step of the podium for the fifth time in five rounds. Febvre was victorious in the first race and finished second in race 2, claiming the overall victory at the sandy Finnish track. T...
Cooper asserts strong 4x4 market position with advanced product range
Cooper Tires, one of the leading brands in the extreme 4x4 tire market, delivers a full range of products with excellent performance and durability to suit a wide variety of off-road vehicles. The Cooper range of Professional Off Road (POR) tires is designed and constructed specifically for use in challenging conditions. The testing process puts tires through the hars...
Febvre and Dunlop continue winning streak in the sand of Lommel
Kawasaki rider claims his fourth win in as many GPs as Dunlop continues Lommel success with Geomax MX14Romain Febvre secured his fourth consecutive FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) victory on Sunday, claiming victory in the deep sand of Lommel with his Dunlop Geomax MX14 tires.The Kawasaki Ra...
Romain Febvre takes third consecutive MXGP victory on Dunlop
Romain Febvre continued his winning run to take the overall victory in MXGP of Czech Republic, using the latest Dunlop Geomax MX34Febvre added another win to his recent run of success in the FIM Motocross World Championship with a third consecutive victory. Having taken the overall victory at both Indonesian rounds at Sumbawa and Lombok, Febvre returned to Europe wi...
Goodyear CheckPoint integrated into TÃœV SÃœD's Digital Vehicle Scan bringing advanced tire inspection capabilities
Goodyear and TÃœV SÃœD join forces to integrate the Goodyear CheckPoint solution into the TÃœV SÃœD Digital Vehicle Scan (DVS) inspection system, representing an important advancement in utilizing technology to elevate vehicle safety and performance. Since 2023 customers can order TÃœV SÃœD Digital Vehicle Scan equipped with Goodyear CheckPoint.The TÃœV SÃœD Digital Vehicle Scan is an innovative solution that uses advanced sensor technology to assist...
Goodyear strengthens Light Commercial Vehicle tire portfolio to keep fleets moving
Goodyear is set to strengthen its Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) tires offering by introducing an expanded Cargo tire range in the premium segment, with reliable top-quality tires that give fleets a solution that helps to reduce downtime and keep them moving.Throughout 2023, a total of 24 new sizes will be available among Goodyear EfficientGrip Cargo 2, Goodyear ...
Charles Milesi wins Goodyear Wingfoot Award at 6H Monza
Goodyear Wingfoot Award Standings UpdateCharles Milesi wins Goodyear Wingfoot Award at 6H MonzaCharles Milesi won the Goodyear Wingfoot Award in last weekend’s 6 Hours of Monza but, after five rounds of the FIA World Endurance Championship season, Albert Costa still lead...
Dunlop introduces Geomax MX34: Next generation soft-mid MX tire
Dunlop has further developed its championship-winning Geomax motocross range with the introduction of Geomax MX34, a versatile MX tire with a number of innovations that build on its acclaimed predecessor. With the aim to provide more grip for motocross riders of all levels, from professional racers to amateurs, Geomax MX34 has been designed with race-proven performanc...
125 years of success: Goodyear reflects on endurance glory at Monza
After a thrilling 24 Hours of Le Mans, the FIA World Endurance Championship heads to Monza. For Goodyear, this is a landmark event as it coincides with the company’s 125th anniversary celebrations.In addition to the tires and trackside branding having a dash of 1898 style in their branding,
MXGP Indonesia: Continued success for Dunlop as Febvre claims victory with impressive ride in Lombok
An impressive Romain Febvre claimed his second consecutive victory in MXGP, after taking the overall win in Lombok on Sunday.Dunlop rider Romain Febvre won the inaugural FIM Motocross World Championship round in Lombok (Indonesia), returning to the top step of the podium for the second time in two weeks. The Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing Team rider used Geomax MX34...
Goodyear to celebrate 125 years of heritage at WEC 6 Hours of Monza
The celebration of Goodyear’s rich history in motorsport and transportation will feature the appearance of the company’s historic branding.Next weekend, the FIA World Endurance Championship heads to Monza for the fifth round of the season. In fitting fashion, Goodyear is set to highlight its 125th anniversary with a very special rebranding at the historic Italia...
Goodyear shares progress along its sustainability journey in 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today released its report on corporate responsibility performance for 2022. The report details how by integrating sustainability throughout its business, the company is helping to create value for its internal and external stakeholders. The report a...
Goodyear develops bespoke UUHP tire for 2023 Maserati GranTurismo
The car will be fitted with Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport UUHP tiresVirtual simulation methods used in the development of the OE tire specification Goodyear has worked closely with Italian luxury sports car manufacturer Maserati to develop a bespoke tire for the different versions of its n...
MXGP Indonesia: Dunlop riders claim victory with stunning performances in Sumbawa
Impeccable performance from Dunlop riders in both MXGP and MX2 round off a successful weekend in Indonesia.Dunlop riders completed the FIM Motocross World Championship round of Indonesia with a return to the top step of the podium for world champion Romain Febvre and debut victory for MX2 rider Lucas Coenen. Both used Geomax MX34 front and MX14 rear tires which enab...
Dunlop tires show pace and consistency day and night in 24H Spa
The performance and consistency of Dunlop’s tires helped to create some thrilling action in the 24H Spa EWC Motos, the second round of the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) on Saturday and Sunday. Dunlop teams in the open tire competition Formula EWC category and all teams in the Dunlop-supported Superstock class had available a range of compounds from Dunlopâ€...
Goodyear selected by Airbus to provide tires for the New A321XLR
Goodyear has been selected by Airbus as a tire supplier for its new A321XLR. Goodyear’s Flight Radial Tire will be one of the approved fitments when the aircraft enters service in 2024.Weight-efficient, cost-effective, higher landings, performance tire.The Goodyear Flight Radial is one of Goodyear’s most advanced aviation products with technologies and features supporting dimensional stability for longer life and increased cu...
Dunlop aims for back-to-back wins at 24H Spa EWC race
Dunlop heads into round two of the FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) season aiming to defend its victory in the 24H Spa EWC Motos, which was the site last year of a historic victory for Dunlop partner BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team.The No. 37 BMW team will be looking for a second consecutive win in its home race, and will battle with a range of Dunlop slick racing ...
From storms to summer heat: Goodyear delivers top performance at Le Mans
Goodyear demonstrates unshakable performance across changeable conditions - Garage 56 captures the imagination.One hundred years makes the occasion extra special. That was the feeling as the media, guests and engineers left the grid ahead of the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans. Familiar with the usual pageantries, but with the added landmark of Goodyear’s 125th anniversa...
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