Goodyear Racing has been awarded a renewed three-star rating in 2026, the highest level of recognition within the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile’s (FIA) Environmental Accreditation Programme (EAP), reflecting best-practice environmental management across its racing operations.

The EAP provides a structured framework for motorsport and mobility organizations to measure, manage and improve their environmental performance. Accreditation is awarded across three levels, with the three-star rating representing the highest standard of recognition.

The renewal comes after a significant acceleration of Goodyear’s sustainability initiatives across all levels of its racing operations – from manufacturing and product innovation to trackside practices and logistics – demonstrating measurable progress and long-term commitment.

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Japanese tire manufacturer Toyo Tires will supply its Open Country series pickup truck and SUV tires to nine teams and 10 vehicles competing in the sixth round of the XCR Sprint Cup Series, Rally Hokkaido, which will be held on September 4-6, 2026.

Rally Hokkaido is a gravel rally organized under FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) and JAF (Japan Automotive Federation) rules.

Starting in Obihiro City, the rally travels through forest roads in mountainous areas including Rikubetsu and Otofuke, covering a total distance of roughly 630km, with speeds exceeding 100km/h on some sections.

This year’s line-up will include Flex Show Aikawa Racing with Toyo Tires, led by brand ambassador Masato Kawabata; Kei Rally Project with MMC Toyo Tires, featuring Kei Takeoka, who also works as a motor journalist; and TCP Magic with Toyo Tires, a joint team with Mazda.

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Goodyear has extended its partnership with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) and will remain the exclusive tire supplier for the LMP2 and LMGT3 categories in the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) through 2029.

LMP2 represents the cornerstone of endurance racing, combining high performance, accessibility and driver engagement, while LMGT3 serves as a key global platform aligned with the future of GT racing. Together, they form a critical part of the endurance racing pyramid across ELMS, FIA WEC and the Le Mans 24 Hours.

Through this renewed partnership, Goodyear will continue to deliver advanced tire solutions that combine performance, consistency and increasing levels of sustainability, while supporting cost control and close competition across the grid.

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Pirelli supplied soft and medium compound tires for both axles to Moto2 and Moto3 riders at the Tissot Grand Prix of The Netherlands , which took place on June 26-28 at TT Circuit Assen.

With high temperatures experienced and a heatwave affecting much of Europe, Pirelli said the softer compounds would deliver greater grip levels to compensate for reduced asphalt performance in the heat. It anticipated ahead of the weekend that the rear soft tires – the SC0 for Moto2 and SC1 for Moto3 – would be the preferred choice across the weekend, including in the races themselves.

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Toyo Tire’s Open Country SUV tires helped the Japanese motorsport team, Wisteria, secure the XC-2S class victory at the third round of the XCR Sprint Cup Series on June 13, 2026, competing in a Subaru Forester.

Revived in 2022, the XCR Sprint Cup is a cross-country rally championship for off-road vehicles. Previously held only in Hokkaido, the series expanded to Honshu in 2026 following growing participation and national interest.

In the race, adaptability to the varied surfaces, especially on narrow forest roads, is crucial. In addition to the unique friction changes of rough unpaved roads, precise line setting and stable traction performance on narrow, technical sections will determine the outcome.

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Pirelli will remain the exclusive tire supplier to the FIA Formula One World Championship through 2028 after the FIA exercised an option to extend its existing agreement with Formula One Management and the Italian manufacturer by one year.

It will also continue to be the exclusive tire supplier to the the FIA Formula 2 Championship, the FIA Formula 3 Championship and F1 Academy. It has been the exclusive partner of Formula 1 since 2011, having been present in the series since the inaugural race in 1950.

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, said, “Pirelli has been an important partner to the FIA Formula One World Championship for many years, providing a consistently high standard of performance, innovation and safety at the highest level of our sport.

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McLaren Trophy has extended its official tire partnership with Pirelli, with the tire maker supplying tires and on-track technical support across all McLaren Trophy series in both Europe and North America for the next three years.

The renewed partnership focuses on delivering optimal performance, consistency and safety for competitors, while enabling close cooperation in tire development, trackside engineering, logistics and data sharing to enhance race weekend operations.

“We are delighted to continue our close relationship with Pirelli as our official tire supplier partner,” said Giorgio Sanna, head of motorsport, McLaren Automotive. “McLaren Trophy is a growing platform and tire performance is central to the competitiveness and safety of our championship.

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Continental has expanded its SportContact family with the SportContact 7 Force, an ultra‑ultra‑high‑performance summer tire engineered for selected high‑performance sports cars and which has will equip the new Brabus BODO, the global tuning company’s latest high-performance supercar.

The SportContact 7 Force was developed for maximum control at high speed on the road and on the racetrack. The dedicated derivative carries the BB sidewall identification, manufactured exclusively for Brabus.

Drawing on Continental’s tread concept seen in the SportContact 7, the SportContact 7 Force responds quickly to changing loads to keep control high and reactions precise even at high speeds.

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Goodyear has expanded its Blue Streak range, which spans everything from vintage American machinery to modern classic Le Mans prototypes and touring car icons.

The company has unified its historic racing products under a single Goodyear-branded portfolio, expanding the range with 57 additional sizes and specifications.

“Historic racers don’t choose tires because of nostalgia alone,” said Xavier Fraipont, vice president of Goodyear Racing. “They choose our tires because they continue to deliver the authentic performance, confidence and consistency these legendary cars demand on track. Bringing the entire range under the Goodyear name reflects the scale of our commitment to historic motorsport and reinforces the role racing heritage continues to play in shaping our brand worldwide.”

In line with strict FIA Appendix K homologation requirements, all approved production methods, molds, specifications and performance characteristics will remain fully preserved to maintain period authenticity.

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After more than a decade away from the segment, Hankook Tire has returned to the super-sport tire market with the Ventus evo Z, a high-performance summer tire designed for both track and everyday road use. The company says the tire offers greater tread depth and durability than a semi-slick tire while maintaining grip and handling characteristics suited to track driving.

The Hankook Ventus evo Z (Z001) is a sporty summer tire with an ECE approval number, meeting all statutory requirements, including having a minimum tread depth of greater than 1.6mm. It is intended for drivers of sports cars, the tuning community, motorsport enthusiasts and competitors in junior racing series.

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