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Monarch: At Home in a Niche Market

Ever since tyres first rolled onto the scene, there has also been a need for tyre repairs. For users of earthmover tyres, which are often used in intense operating conditions, tyre repair represents a particularly substantial contribution towards the maintenance of their value – the costs incurred with these tyres can quickly amount to a high five-digit figure. Since the early 1970s British company Monarch Vulcanising Systems has entirely dedicated itself to this niche market – with continued success, as company president Toni Elderfield shared during Tyrexpo Asia.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti Names Commercial OE Account Manager

Continental Tire North America has named Wyatt Hamilton its key account manager for original equipment sales in the commercial vehicle tyre division. Hamilton is based in CTNA’s North American headquarters in Indian Land, South Caroline, and will service truck and trailer manufacturers for the eastern USA and Canada, said Tom Fanning, CTNA’s director of OE sales for the Americas. Hamilton was previously a key account manager for aftermarket tyre sales and has been with Continental for five years.

“Wyatt’s expertise in commercial tyre sales will assist us with increasing our OE sales in these key territories,” said Fanning. “His overall knowledge of the Continental brand will be invaluable in providing excellent service to our existing manufacturing partners, as well as developing new relationships that support our growth strategy.” Hamilton, a native of Charlotte, is a graduate of North Carolina State University and holds a bachelor of science degree in business management. (Tire Review/Akron)

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama Kicks Off Dealer Training Program

Dealers across the USA will get a chance to test many of Yokohama’s tyres – including the all-new ADVAN Neova AD08 – in a series of 10 specialized training programmes beginning this month. Cities on the 10-city training tour include Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Antonio, Texas, Orlando, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Kansas City, Memphis and Albuquerque.

The ADVAN Neova AD08, an updated version of Yokohama’s ADVAN Neova AD07, will be available in the US in May in 32 sizes ranging from 15 to 19 inches. (Tire Review/Akron)

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Blue is New Green for Canadian Tire

Following the success of Canadian Tire’s 2008 “Buy a Bulb, Plant a Tree Campaign,” Canadians can again help the environment by purchasing an environmentally-friendly Blue Planet product and having a tree planted in their name. The promotion will take place from 11 April to 8 May at Canadian Tire stores across Canada, in partnership with Trees Ontario. Like the 2008 campaign, it is expected that the Blue Planet Program will result in the planting of an additional 100,000 trees.

“Together with our customers, we are part of the solution for creating a sustainable environment. Through product innovation, Canadian Tire provides customers with quality merchandise that meets their needs and supports their personal environmental goals,” says Reg McLay, senior vice president of marketing and sourcing services for Canadian Tire. “This initiative not only offers customers environmentally-preferred product solutions for their home, but also allows us to give back to the communities across Canada through the planting of trees.” The Blue Planet product line includes items such as natural household cleaning products, CFL light bulbs that use 75 per cent less energy, rechargeable batteries, energy meters and more. (Tire Review/Akron)

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

TMD Friction Acquired in Equity-backed Management Buy Out

On 3 April TMD Friction was bought out in an all equity acquisition led by its senior management team and Pamplona Capital Management, a London-based investment fund. According to a company statement, the move will safeguard approximately 3,800 jobs worldwide. Completion of the acquisition is expected by the end of April.

TMD Friction manufactures disc brake pads and drum brake linings for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, together with brake pads for racing cars, and friction materials for industrial and rail applications. TMD Friction supplies global automotive and commercial OEMs across a wide range of vehicle platforms. The company is also one of the largest suppliers to the global aftermarket with its Textar, Pagid, Mintex, Don, Cobreq, and Cosid brands. The company operates from locations across Europe, the US, Brazil, Mexico, China and Japan.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Klarius Releases Biggest Ever Timax Catalogue

Klarius Group recently published its biggest ever catalogue of Timax branded exhaust products. Timax, the only UK replacement exhaust manufacturer to gain type approval for all it’s exhaust products sold in the UK and abroad, says the new brochure shows the thousands of items available, including hundreds of new systems for this year.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

BKT Announces Further Significant Investment

When 95 per cent of a company’s sales are achieved in export markets, it would be well advised to ensure its presence at international exhibitions. This is the view held by Balkrishna – also known as BKT – the central business unit of India’s Siyaram Poddar Group. The last two years in particular have been a time in which the agricultural, earthmover, industrial, ATV and small tyre manufacturer has been able to distinctly expand its market share in Asia. As executive director Anurag Poddar explained during an interview with Tyres & Accessories, the company intends through its own marketing plant to further increase sales in the region. During the Tyrexpo Asia exhibition in Singapore the company displayed the first steel belt radials for earthmoving equipment to be produced in an Indian factory, and this landmark product can be used to symbolise the company’s sizeable ambitions for the Asian markets.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

UK Batteries Appoints Higson as Marketing Manager

UK Batteries, the company behind the Platinium brand of aftermarket batteries, has appointed Mark Higson as marketing manager. Higson joins UK Batteries from TMD Friction where he was marketing manager for over three years and was responsible for the development of the company’s various aftermarket brands.

The 26-year-old has taken over the role of UK Batteries’ marketing manager from James O’Connor who has moved into the company’s OE and key accounts department to play a leading role in the development of new and existing accounts.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Hankook Becomes Elite Northampton Saints Sponsor

Hankook has strengthened its links Northampton Saints Rugby Club by joining its group of elite sponsors. Hankook has had a visible presence at the team’s Franklin’s Gardens ground since January, when it became one of the stadium’s biggest advertisers. However, the tyre manufacturer has since decided to increase its commitment to the club and this new deal will see Hankook’s logo appear on all the Saints’ playing shirts for the next three years.

Hankook’s UK headquarters are in Daventry, Northamptonshire where the company now employs more than 50 people on these premises. It also has more than 1,000 retail locations throughout the UK.

9th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop Wins OE Fitment Contract on Jaguar XFR and XKR

Dunlop has announced that it has been chosen by car maker Jaguar to provide as original equipment the ultra high performance summer tyre Dunlop SP Sport Maxx for both the XFR and the XKR. The new models are the latest additions to the Jaguar line-up, featuring a 375 kW/510 hp supercharged engine and acceleration of 4.8 seconds from 0-100 km/h.

Dunlop states that its tyre’s handling and grip qualities make the SP Sport Maxx an important addition, considering the overall car’s performance. It is noted for its dry handling and its luxury sport vehicle applicability, and is also available in sizes for tuned cars.

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Retreading ‘Definitely Worth Considering’, says Conti

Numerous companies have experienced a drop in orders since the start of the financial crisis, and this downturn in business has in many cases been paired with rising costs. Economising is therefore of the utmost importance in 2009. But where should we start? Continental is convinced that truck tyres can still offer the transport industry considerable savings potential in overall operating costs. A second tyre life almost doubles the mileage and reduces costs by up to fifty per cent.

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Goodyear Directors Re-Elected at 2009 Annual Meeting

Goodyear Tire & Rubber shareholders re-elected 11 members of the company’s Board of Directors at the 2009 Annual Shareholder Meeting, held on April 7. Re-elected were:

James C. Boland, retired vice chairman, Cavaliers Operating Company, LLC;
James A. Firestone, executive vice president and president, corporate operations, Xerox Corporation;

Robert J. Keegan, chairman, chief executive officer and president, Goodyear;

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Snider Tire Joins Michelin Retread Technologies Network

The North America based Michelin Retread Technologies (MRT) network of servicing dealers has grown through the addition of Snider Tire. The retreader, headquartered in North Carolina, is one of the largest commercial tyre dealers and retreaders in the US. At present the company operates eight retread facilities and 31 commercial service locations, primarily in the Carolinas, Georgia and Texas area.

“Snider Tire has long been recognised for the quality of its people and service to the fleets,” said Francois Corbin, COO of Michelin Americas Truck Tires. “We are confident that John Snider and his team will help us continue to provide excellent commercial truck services to fleet customers.”

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone & TIA Educating Consumers With New Video

Bridgestone Americas is helping consumers make informed choices through the production of a short video that will be launched in time for ‘National Car Care Month’ in April. The company has teamed up with the Tire Industry Association (TIA) to work on the seven-minute video, which is available for viewing online.

The video, titled ‘Passenger Tire Replacement’, is comprised of three modules: Module 1 discusses tyre sizing and how the information contained on the vehicle tyre placard helps consumers select the best tyre and inflation pressure for their vehicle. Module 2 helps consumers understand tyre replacement guidelines, most importantly the proper installation when replacing only two tyres and the consequences of improper installation. Module 3 educates consumers on the critical issue of tyre rotation, and how proper tyre rotation can save consumers money, fuel and ensure maximum tyre life and performance.

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti Bringing the World Cup to Your Mobile

Football fans that can’t get by without their mobile phones will soon be able to gain blessed relief from an online service operated by Continental. The manufacturer is launching a new service that provides news and facts on the Conti sponsored 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Information about tyres and other Continental products will also be available. The website for the company’s German home market has already been launched (http://mobil.continental.de) and Conti says sites for other countries will be introduced in the near future. Additional content is also planned, including a search engine for locating garages, workshops and motorway services.

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

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