Andrew is an editor for WhatTyre, Tyrepress, and Tyres & Accessories magazine. He has more than a decade of experience in editing, writing, and journalism.
SMP Europe has expanded its range of ignition and engine management products with 17 new part numbers. These include eight ignition coils, four crank sensors, two cam sensors, one air mass meter, one exhaust gas temperature sensor and one particulate matter sensor. The Nottingham company is home of the Lucas, Lemark and Intermotor brands.
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Unit sales of both all season and winter tyres grew in the UK, comparing the period April 2023 to March 2024 with the previous 12-month period. However the character of each segment is very different, as we can see from the latest data on this segment from market analysis firm GfK. The most recent generations of all season tyres from premium manufacturers, broadly dated from the introduction of the first Michelin CrossContact, and latterly from brands at lower price points, have helped to establish these tyres with wider temperature operating windows as a strong growth segment.
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Stellantis South Africa has presented awards to winners across seven categories in its Dealer of the Year awards at Monte Casino against the backdrop of the company’s latest product introduction, the Citroën C3 Aircross. “It is important to celebrate each dealer’s dedication to customer satisfaction, brand focus and business achievement,” says Stellantis South Africa managing director, Mike Whitfield. “This event was also a great occasion for us to show case our New Citroën C3 Aircross which signifies an exciting future for our brand.”
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Bridgestone has supported two of the most forward-thinking teams in the automotive industry at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Durham University navigated its 5kWh three-wheeled asymmetrical catamaran up the 1.16m track, becoming the first fully solar powered car to ever complete the route. Meanwhile, the Indy Autonomous Challenge’s (IAC) self-driving AV-24 race car pushed the boundaries of autonomous technology, setting the record for the fastest autonomous hillclimb at Goodwood. Both projects were assisted by specially designed Bridgestone solutions.
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A Surrey garage service manager won exclusive VIP tickets to Goodwood Festival of Speed after he entered a prize draw through the Valeo Specialist Club app. Gary Churcher, workshop controller at Woking-based Fields Car Centre was the lucky recipient of a pair of Startline Club tickets for the historic motoring occasion, which took place 10-13 July. The tickets provided access to the main event area and the starting line as well as the grandstand and more.
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Tyres & Accessories features construction and mining tyres as well as a comprehensive review of The Tire Cologne in the July 2024 issue, available as an e-paper for subscribers to Tyrepress. The issue also features the annual Tyres & Accessories ranking of the world’s largest tyre manufacturers. Non-subscribers can gain access to Tyrepress with a print or online subscription. Tyre professionals can take advantage of the current Tyrepress Membership offer, helping to drive business online and stay informed with the industry’s leading magazine and websites.
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Tyres & Accessories’ monthly ‘Tyres News in Numbers’ column boils down the latest tyre industry news to the most important statistics of the month. Below, we look at the big numbers from the July 2024 magazine.
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Pirelli’s tyre development programme for the 2025 season is continuing with two days of testing at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit following the Belgian grand prix. The work is being carried out with the help of Aston Martin and Alpine, today running Stoffel Vandoorne and Esteban Ocon respectively.
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Connected mobility firm Targa Telematics has consolidated and rebranded its British subsidiaries under the new name, Targa Viasat UK. The new integration follows Targa Telematics’ acquisition of Viasat Connect Ltd in 2023. Viasat Connect has a 30 year history, founded as Enigma Vehicle Systems, with a long history in stolen vehicle recovery and the construction sector. The company said the integration “reinforces the group’s commitment to serving the needs of the UK market.” Targa Viasat UK will focus primarily on the British market, led by Simon Keam-George as country manager.
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The BMW Group’s latest generation of electric vehicles will depend on the production of powerful high-voltage batteries. As a result, BMW is expanding significantly its production network for the next generation of high-voltage batteries. The company is applying the principle of “local for local” production to increase resilience. “Close connection of battery production with vehicle production is part of our strategy,” explains Markus Fallböhmer, senior vice president of Battery Production at BMW AG.
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A new powder coatings technology providing improved electrical protection for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems has been developed by AkzoNobel’s Resicoat brand. The company says there is growing demand in the EV market for coatings with a high dielectric strength to help increase the safety of battery systems. The company’s solution allows customers to reach the required film thickness with a single spray, also boosting efficiency and productivity. Available in China, the new technology is suitable for battery system parts such as cooling plates, side plates and battery covers (enclosures).
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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will set out next steps into its review of discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs) in May 2025, rather than in September 2024 as initially set out. A pause on complaint handling in relation to DCAs will also be extended until 4 December 2025. The FCA said it would set out its proposed next steps sooner, if possible.
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Leading aftermarket emissions products supplier BM Catalysts will exhibit at Automechanika Frankfurt (10-14 September, Hall 3.0, Stand E30 at Messe Frankfurt), supporting a period of European growth. The company said it will highlight its latest range addition, Gasoline Particulate Filters (GPFs), reflecting the company’s dedication to enhancing its offering to meet changing market demands.
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Klarius has added 33 new emission control components, including a new aftermarket catalytic converter and several more options for the Mercedes C-Class. The 1993 launched C-Class provided an entry-level version of the luxurious S-Class, popular enough to entre its fifth generation 30 years later. The fourth generation (W205) was launched in 2014 at the North American International Auto Show with bold new styling, four different body types and a new, lighter design that used aluminium and high strength throughout the body. On the market until 2021, the fourth generation C-Class also had an update in 2019, which altered parts including the exhaust components.
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