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October 19, 2026

A feed on the latest tire and automotive industry news to keep you informed.

Industry News

Hankook: Hankook Tire Attends the 2026 Red Dot Design Award Ceremony for Design Concept

Modern Tire Dealer (MTD): Kumho Expands Range of OE Fitments

Nokian Tyres: Nokian Tyres will publish its Interim Report January−September 2026 on October 27, 2026

Alliance for Automotive Innovation (AAI): Statement on ‘Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA)’

U.S. Transportation Department’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): Trump’s Transportation Department Releases Model Year 2027 Vehicle Testing List for 5-Star Safety Ratings

About USTMA

The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is the national trade association for tire manufacturers that produce tires in the U.S. Our 11 member companies operate 55 tire-related manufacturing facilities in 16 states. U.S. tire manufacturing has an annual economic footprint of $259.5 billion and is responsible for more than 329,527 U.S. jobs in manufacturing, distribution and retailing. The industry supports more than 606,477 additional U.S. jobs in supplier and induced activities, totaling more than 936,004 jobs nationwide. USTMA advances a sustainable tire manufacturing industry through thought leadership and a commitment to science based public policy advocacy. Our member company tires make mobility possible. USTMA members are committed to continuous improvement of the performance of our products, worker and consumer safety and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.USTires.org and follow us on Twitter/X @USTires.