Tire Technology Expo 2026 opened this morning with a packed plenary session that set the tone for three days of technical insight and industry discussion. Senior representatives from leading global tire manufacturers and industry research groups took to the stage to address transformation, sustainability and the accelerating pace of innovation across the sector.

The energy on the exhibition floor was also high from the outset. Visitors streamed into the halls, where exhibitors were deep in technical discussions, product briefings and live system demonstrations. Meeting areas were full, equipment was running and both halls were buzzing from the get-go.

Continue reading EXPO NEWS: Full halls, technical debates and sustainability initiatives kick off Day 1 of Tire Technology Expo 2026 at Tire Technology International.

The plenary opening session at Tire Technology Expo 2026 will set the tone for the week ahead. Rather than focusing on a single technology or challenge, this year’s session will bring together three complementary perspectives that reflect the realities tire manufacturers are grappling with today: how vehicles are evolving, how materials and supply chains must transform, and how the industry responds to growing scrutiny of tire emissions and environmental impact.

From autonomous mobility to sustainable monomers and science-based research into tire and road wear particles, the session will offer a snapshot of where tire technology is heading, and what it will take to get there.

Continue reading Three perspectives on the future of tire technology at Tire Technology International.