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Event Overview

Traction Summit is the definitive meeting place to discuss and understand future opportunities for tires, and to make the connections needed to capitalize on those prospects. With a unique blend of speakers and attendees from throughout the full tire supply chain, including tire sensor startups, the world’s leading tire manufacturers, and the voice of the customer from fleets, aftermarket, and OEMs, Traction Summit is unlike any conference in the tire sector. This event is the perfect place to network with industry insiders, hear ideas and insights from different parts of the supply chain, and learn about innovations, growth opportunities, and the latest trends. 

Smithers has been in the Tire testing market since the 1920’s and has a very strong brand for independent expert opinion on tire performance. Along with presenting leading industry information at Traction Summit, with over 90 years of expertise in rubber testing, Smithers provides custom tire analysis and standard testing to meet your requirements.

5 reasons to attend Traction Summit:

  • Connect and network with fellow colleagues
  • Learn about the latest updates and trends within the tire industry
  • Find solutions for your company's needs
  • Hear from expert speakers who are knowledgeable in the field
  • Gain valuable information that will help you exceed your goals
     
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Who Attends Traction Summit?

Attendees at Traction represent a diverse range of industries, and a universe of experts and thought-leaders. Take a look at a sample of companies who have attended past events, and common job titles of attendees. Join these industry experts at the next event and add your company’s name to this list!

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Why Smithers?

Smithers, Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with laboratories and operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, has over 40 years’ experience organizing leading global events, and provides testing, consulting, market reports, and compliance services. Smithers is a leading authority for tire testing studies with experts who have a proven track record of developing and delivering comprehensive tire test plans.

Smithers has been in the Tire testing market since the 1920’s and has a very strong brand for independent expert opinion on tire performance. Along with presenting leading industry information at Traction Summit, with over 90 years of expertise in rubber testing, Smithers provides custom tire analysis and standard testing to meet all of your requirements.

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