India, Sept. 26 -- Sumitomo Rubber Industries is establishing a new technical centre in Getzville to bolster its research and development for the automotive tyre markets across North and South America.

The facility will be dedicated to advancing passenger, motorcycle and light truck tyre design for both original equipment and replacement customers. Its operations will encompass a comprehensive range of activities, including technical benchmarking, simulation, materials development and on-vehicle testing.

The centre is expected to create approximately 40 professional engineering and salaried positions. While the project has been confirmed, the company has not yet announced a specific opening date or the precise location for the new facili...