DRESDEN, Germany—Volkswagen Group has honored Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. with a "Global Champion" nomination in recognition of the tire maker's contributions as an innovative original equipment component supplier.
Pirelli was the only tire company and one of only 21 OE suppliers VW recognized at a ceremony in Dresden.
VW singled out the tire maker's commitment, competitiveness and ability to innovate in developing self-sealing technology.
Pirelli supplies VW with 6 million high-performance tires annually.