India, Sept. 10 -- Britain's tyre industry has entered 2026 with unexpected momentum driven by a sharp rebound in replacement demand and a growing wave of electric vehicles entering their first tyre replacement cycle. But beneath the stronger sales lies an industry confronting profound structural challenges. From the rapid rise of low-cost Asian imports and persistently high energy costs to the erosion of domestic manufacturing capacity and shortcomings in end-of-life tyre management, the sector is being forced to redefine its future. British Tyre Manufacturers' Association Chief Executive Dareen Lindsey opined that while premium manufacturers have remained resilient, Britain's long-term competitiveness will hinge on strengthening circula...