Goodyear has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in sustainable motorsport: a truck racing tire composed of 55% sustainable materials, which debuted at the 2025 season opener of the Goodyear FIA European Truck Racing Championship (ETRC) in Misano. This development exemplifies how advancements in motorsport technology can pave the way for more sustainable solutions in commercial transportation.
The new tire incorporates materials like silica derived from rice husk ash and carbon black sourced from alternative feedstocks, achieving a 55% sustainable-material composition. Designed to perform across various track conditions, including wet and dry surfaces, the tire’s durability reduces the number of tires needed throughout the racing season, aligning with sustainability goals.
Goodyear’s involvement in the ETRC since 2003 has allowed the company to use the championship as a testing ground for innovations that eventually transition into commercial applications. Insights gained from the racetrack have influenced the development of Goodyear’s commercial truck tires, enhancing performance and sustainability for everyday road use.
The integration of sustainable materials in high-performance racing tires demonstrates the potential for similar applications in commercial transportation. By retreading racing tires for later commercial use, Goodyear extends the lifecycle of its products, reducing waste and promoting resource efficiency.
This approach not only supports the environmental objectives of the ETRC, which has been running on 100% renewable HVO biofuel since 2021, but also sets a precedent for the broader transport industry to adopt more sustainable practices.
Goodyear’s 55% sustainable truck racing tire serves as a tangible example of how innovations in motorsport can lead to environmentally friendly advancements in commercial transportation. As the industry continues to prioritize sustainability, such developments are likely to become standard soon.
