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Mitas launches Agriterra Ultra agricultural trailer tyre

Mitas has launched its new trailer tyre range, the Agriterra Ultra. The tyre has been developed for a wide range of applications, including trailers, loading and transport vehicles, spreaders, and slurry tankers, The tyre has been engineered for performance and durability, supported by a new structure. The Agriterra Ultra will be available in a range of key sizes during the course of the year, starting from size 560/60R22.5TL IMP 165D. Yokohama TWS adds that the range will feature a VF version of the tyre, enhanced for greater loads and increased soil protection.

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27th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Growth of Prometeon-Heffernan partnership in Ireland

In Ireland, Prometeon Tyre Group states that it is achieving “significant growth” through its partnership with Heffernan Tyres, which began in 2020. The Italian tyre brand says the introduction of its new Prometeon-branded tyres is marking a new chapter in the company’s commitment to the Irish market. Steve Tift said the companies’ relationship has helped to establish a 5 per cent market share Ireland, attributing Heffernan Tyres’ “determination and experience” as “a major contributor to this success.” The relationship has evolved after beginning with truck and bus tyres to add agricultural tyres and OTR product groups. Diversifying has helped to strengthen Heffernan’s position as the brand’s exclusive distributor, building a foundation for future growth.

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25th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Prometeon C02 Coach enhances efficiency, electric applicability

Prometeon Tyre Group has previewed the latest product to enter its range, a next-generation coach tyre engineered for increased passenger transport efficiency and electric and hybrid vehicle applications. The C02 Coach line, which will be presented in 315/80R22.5 and 295/80R22.5 multiaxle fitments and a 295/80 drive version, will be available by the second half of 2025, the company states. Prometeon describes the C02 Coach range as “a significant development in commercial vehicle tyres as the transport industry continues its transition toward electric vehicles.”

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  1. Giti launches GAU867v1 range, targeting electric buses
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25th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Kumho’s CV solutions continue to provide comprehensive coverage

Kumho Tyre UK is continuing to strengthen its commercial vehicle tyre market positioning. Its comprehensive range has been developed to deliver superior performance, dependability and safety across diverse driving conditions. With robust and reliable truck tyre products, Kumho has expanded its presence in the UK truck tyre market by enhancing its service provider network and stock position. Its extensive truck tyre range includes the KLT23, a top choice for mega trailers, known for delivering excellent mileage and reliability.

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  1. Kumho’s CV solutions continue to provide comprehensive coverage
  2. Kumho strengthens van, truck tyre ranges for UK
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  4. Next-gen Giti GTR955 Combi Road trailer tyre ‘delivers 30% mileage increase’
24th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Kirkby Tyres to offer Sailun Transport Pro S from April

New Sailun commercial vehicle tyres enhanced by EcoPoint³ technology will be available in the UK and Ireland from exclusive distributor Kirkby Tyres in April. Led by the Transport Pro S EcoPoint³ tyre is engineered for superior performance. The steer axle tyre is designed to meet the demands of highway, national, and regional transport. Built with advanced Sailun technologies, it delivers a balance of durability, efficiency, and sustainability. It enhances durability and fuel savings with an optimised tread design to extend tyre life and improving fuel efficiency. The tyre is also EV-Ready, designed to support fitment on heavy battery-powered vehicles.

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  1. Kirkby Tyres matching Sailun, Double Coin TBR products to evolving market
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24th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Durability focus of new Conti 5th generation TBRs supports holistic ContiLifeCycle concept

Continental extended its ContiLifeCycle concept in 2024, launching another two fully retreadable Generation 5 tyre lines. The Conti Eco Gen 5 for long-distance and regional haulage and the Conti Urban HA 5 for urban buses feature low rolling resistance and long lifespan, with both improvements made without restricting the recyclability of the casings.

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  1. Durability focus of new Conti 5th generation TBRs supports holistic ContiLifeCycle concept
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24th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Michelin relocates UK headquarters to Keele University Science and Innovation Park

Michelin is relocating its UK headquarters, comprising its UK commerce and group services teams. The world’s largest tyre manufacturer is exiting its Riverside complex on Campbell Road in Stoke-on-Trent this month, with employees accommodated on Keele University’s award-winning Science and Innovation Park, around five miles to the west. The move sees the manufacturer take up residence in specially converted offices on a 600-acre park currently containing more than 50 companies ranging from multinationals to start-ups, and around 1,000 employees. Michelin says the move to the IC2 development at the site will provide “an enhanced workplace for staff” and boost the sustainability of its UK operations. Michelin confirmed to Tyrepress that there are “no implications for jobs” as a result of the move, while staff supporting its advanced retreading plant and its logistics and training centre will remain at the company’s manufacturing site on Campbell Road.

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24th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

LKQ UK & Ireland fleet achieves significant carbon savings after HGV fleet biofuel transition

Aftermarket parts supplier LKQ UK & Ireland will cut its yearly carbon emissions (CO2e) significantly after transitioning its HGV logistics fleet to run on low carbon hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), otherwise known as Biofuel. Its estimated 4 million kg-plus saving of CO2e represents a significant contribution towards meeting LKQ Corporation’s goal to achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.

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  1. LKQ Corporation acquires Andrew Page
  2. Euro Car Parts adds more Peugeot vans to its nationwide delivery fleet
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20th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Ben gives top 10 tips to embrace neurodiversity in the workplace

Following the launch of its neurodiversity support initiative, Ben’s head of specialist services, Julie Hayes, gives her top 10 tips on how to embrace and support neurodivergent people in the workplace. Hayes’ paper sets out the case for inclusion of neurodivergent people within a business and runs through 10 ways in which businesses can embrace this diversity and harness its different strengths.

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  2. BEN London to Paris cycle ride raises £25,000, with more to come
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20th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

SIXT van & truck partners Geotab for predictive maintenance in UK fleet

SIXT van & truck has signed a strategic partnership with connected transportation solutions, Geotab. The companies want to enhance SIXT van & truck’s fleet management capabilities and elevate customer service standards in the UK. SIXT van & truck will incorporate Geotab’s telematics solutions in its nationwide UK fleet over the next 12 months. The company said it will leverage Geotab’s original equipment manufacturer (OEM) integrated data to facilitate predictive maintenance and efficient service, maintenance and repair (SMR) operations. The partnership follows a successful pilot programme, during which SIXT recovered two stolen vehicles, demonstrating the value of Geotab’s telematics in security and operational competence.

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20th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Dunlop announces new motorcycle racing tyre tech for Italian CIV series

Dunlop has announced new tyre option for riders in the in the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV). The exclusive tyre supplier to all classes in the Italian series said it is refining its track tyre technology to build on a successful debut season. Dunlop will offer a new softer rear compound in the Supersport 600NG category, which last year saw six different winners across the twelve races and featured grids of more than 40 bikes. Superbike riders get a new front tyre which has a new construction to improve braking stability. Dunlop is also offering a new rear compound for qualifying, helping riders to push for rapid lap times over one or two laps longer than with the previous tyre.

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20th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Arnold Clark Autoparts sponsors Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2025

Arnold Clark Autoparts will sponsor the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards 2025. It will support the ‘Best Single-Site Garage’ Award, celebrating the UK’s independent garage sector. Hosted by the IAAF and sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts, the Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards ceremony will be held on the second day of the Automechanika Birmingham trade exhibition (4 June 2025, NEC Birmingham).

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19th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Dunlop SportSmart mk4 wins two new hypersport tyre tests

Dunlop’s new road-focused hypersport tyre, the SportSmart mk4, has won two separate comparative tests. Motorrad Europe’s largest motorcycle magazine, awarded the tyre the top ‘Very Good’ rating in the Sport category of its latest test, additionally making the magazine’s ‘Buying Recommendation Dry’ and ‘Buying Recommendation Wet’. PS Magazine, meanwhile praised the tyre for its grip, performance and quick warm-up on both wet and dry roads.

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19th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

Study suggests cars could outgrow UK parking spaces

A new study suggests that car manufacturers continue to expand the average size of vehicles, sparking concerns that they may become too large for current UK parking spots. According to data from digital car finance lender, Carmoola, and valuations partner, Brego, modern cars are quickly outgrowing UK roads. Should trends continue, the average car will outgrow standard UK parking spaces in length by 2059 and by 2075, they will also be too wide. The share of new SUV-type vehicles sold in Europe are partially responsible, while smaller brands are also bulking up. Even compact cars brands like Smart have grown by more than 15cm in length in the past five years.

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17th March 2025 /0 Comments/by
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Pirelli, Unicorn Mobility expanding corporate e-bake sharing project

Pirelli is expanding its Corporate eBike Sharing project, launched in 2021. Partnering sustainable mobility firm UM Technologies BV (UMT), owner of the Unicorn Mobility commercial brand, the company is inaugurating a new phase of Cycl-e Around. Pirelli will provide UMT its brand and knowledge of more than 160 global markets to boost end-user experience, while UMT will exploit its expertise in new mobility and its network of international partners to increase the efficiency and broaden the scheme.

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17th March 2025 /0 Comments/by

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