New tyre law introduced in Europe, Australian regulators watching – report

AutoExec Summary
A new law in Europe mandates that tyres must offer the same wet weather performance even when worn to the legal minimum tread depth of 1.6mm. This law, in effect since July 1, 2024, aims to reduce premature tyre discarding, potentially saving EU motorists €7 billion. Michelin supports this regulation, stating that half of tyres are discarded before reaching a residual tread depth of three millimetres. The law could save up to 128 million tyres in Europe and 400 million globally, leading to a reduction of 35 million tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. In Australia, efforts are being made to harmonize with international tyre standards, with plans for a product stewardship initiative to manage tyre waste and recycling.

Brands mentioned: Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental, Pirelli, Jaguar Land Rover.