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TOYO TIRES to Exhibit at the Essen Motor Show – One of Europe’s Largest Shows for Customised Cars
Flagship PROXES brand takes centre stage at European show

TOYO TIRE Corporation (headquarters: Itami, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan; President: Takashi Shimizu) will exhibit at the Essen Motor Show in Germany with a TOYO TIRES booth from Saturday, 28 November to Sunday, 6 December 2026.

The Essen Motor Show is one of Europe’s largest shows for customised cars. More than 500 automotive companies showcase distinctive vehicle builds and the latest aftermarket products to approximately 200,000 visitors.

This year’s TOYO TIRES booth will focus on PROXES, the company’s global flagship brand, which celebrates its 35th anniversary since launch this year. Racing cars and customised vehicles fitted with PROXES tyres will bring the brand to life.

Vehicles on display will include a Mercedes-AMG GT3 that competed in the top-tier SP9 class of the Nürburgring 24 Hours, as well as a TOYOTA GR Supra GT4 EVO that competed in the SP10 class of the same race. Held in Germany, the endurance event is regarded as one of the most demanding races in the world. A customised NISSAN SKYLINE GT-R (BCNR33), a model also popular in Europe, will also be on display. Tyres manufactured at the company’s Serbian plant, its European production base, will complete the exhibition. Through its presence at the show, TOYO TIRES aims to further strengthen its position in the European market and enhance the value of the PROXES brand.

TOYO TIRE will continue to build its brand presence in the European market through motorsport activities and trade show appearances. At the same time, the company is strengthening its capabilities in technology and product development, production and supply to deliver high-performance, high-value-added products to its customers.

Essen Motor Show at a Glance
Dates: Saturday, 28 November to Sunday, 6 December 2026
Venue: Messe Essen, Essen, Germany
Booth: Hall 3, Stand 3A40

Exhibition Overview:

Tyres on Display
PROXES Slick, PROXES Sport 2, PROXES Comfort

Vehicles on Display:

Toyo Tires Race Car Mercedes-AMG GT3 on PROXES-Slick

Front axle: 305/680 R18 / Rear axle: 325/710 R18

Toyo Tires TOYOTA GR Supra GT4 EVO on PROXES-Slick

Front axle: 285/680 R18 / Rear axle: 275/680 R18

NISSAN SKYLINE GTR-R (BCNR33) PROXES Sport2

Front axle: 275/35 R18 / Rear axle: 275/35 R18

ALPINA XD3

Front axle: 265/35 R22 / Rear axle: 285/35 R22