Carol Hochu: Driving Innovation

Springtime is often considered ideal for conferences, as the weather is usually favourable, and people are more likely to attend. Both were true for the recent Clemson University Tire Conference held in Greenville, South Carolina, in April.

Education program

Established in 1985 by Clemson University, this conference was originally hosted by professors at the School of Textiles. It began as an educational program primarily focused on manufacturing cords for vehicle tires. Over time, it has evolved into a two-day conference featuring industry experts presenting on a variety of tire industry topics and their impact on manufacturers, consumers, and the automotive sector, In 2025, the event included the following: …

Source: Autosphere