Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) recently launched a special website to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the company’s founding, which will be in October of this year. The site reflects on the past 100 years of the rubber manufacturer, and communicates the passion and unyielding spirit that underlie Yokohama Rubber. In addition to covering the company’s 100-year history, the site...
With Masataka Yamaishi set to step into the role of president and representative member of the board of Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) on March 30, both Yamaishi and current president Hikomitsu Noji discussed the change at a press conference. It is a turning point of a year, said Noji, as 2017 marks the final year of the company’s 12-year...
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5101) said that at its meeting of board members held on Jan. 31, the company has informally decided on multiple senior management changes set to take effect following formal approval at the general shareholders meeting on March 30, 2017. According to the company, Masataka Yamaishi will succeed Hikomitsu Noji as president and representative member of the...
Nitto Japan Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Toyo Tire & Rubber Co. Ltd. (TYO:5105) selling Nitto brand tires in Japan, will in February launch sales of the NT555G2 ultra high performance (UHP) tire for high-end cars and the NT421Q fuel-efficient SUV tire. The NT555G2 has inherited the stability and excellent dry-grip performance from its predecessor and has, while being a...
Bridgestone Corp. (TYO:5108) said it is entering a joint-research project with Yokohama National University and the Japan Transportation Planning Association aimed at improving curb docking. By making it possible for bus tires to more closely approach curbs, the gaps between boarding entrances and bus stops can be minimized. A concept for a next-generation curb docking system and road edge design...
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO:5110) supports the Red Bull Air Race Chiba 2017 as an official sponsor through its Falken brand for the third year in a row. The race is the third of eight races being held as part of Red Bull Air Race World Championship 2017, and will be held in Japan for the third straight year. In...
