Fil Filter Joins IAAF
Fil Filter, in partnership with Univar Specialty Consumables, has taken the next step in strengthening its position in the UK aftermarket by joining the membership of The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).
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Video: new race car for Falken Motorsport
Falken Motorsport will introduce a new car for the forthcoming 2016 season. A teaser video showcasing some of the new machine’s engineering is available to view in the article below, and on the Sumitomo tyre brand’s YouTube channel.
Brake Engineering adds to range
Brake Engineering has extended its product range with the addition of five brake discs and two brake calipers. The latest part numbers cover the following vehicles including: Hyundai i30 and Veloster (2011); Kia Ceed, Pro Ceed (2011) and Sorento (2006); Chevrolet Trax (2012); Peugeot 308 and 308SW (2013); Toyota Auris (2012); and. Vauxhall Mokka.
7Twenty sponsors James Deane for 2016
7Twenty will sponsor drift champion James ‘The Machine’ Deane of Deane Motorsport for the 2016 season. The sponsorship relationship sees 7Twenty supply two of its newest designs to feature on both of the Deane Motorsport drift championship cars, including his Falken Motorsport 2JZ-powered Nissan S14a, and Level One Qatar sr20 powered Mazda RX7 FD3S.
Channel 4 to take on Formula One as BBC bows out early
The BBC has ended its television coverage of Formula One early as part of measures to plug a £150 million annual gap in its finances identified by the corporation’s director general. The BBC regained the broadcast rights to F1 in 2009, and agreed a shared package with Sky Sports during a previous round of cost-saving measures in 2012. 10 of the 2015 season’s grands prix were broadcast live on the BBC, with extensive highlights of the remaining nine races. The radio commentary rights – currently held by BBC Radio 5 live – have been extended until 2021.
Dmack partners Junior British Rally Championship
Dmack has extended its support for British rallying with the creation of the Dmack Junior BRC category. The tyre brand will offer a subsidised prize drive in the 2017 Drive Dmack Fiesta Trophy, worth £60,000, to the winning driver. Dmack stated that the series creates a career ladder to help bring young drivers from club rallying level in the UK to the top of the FIA World Rally Championship. As part of the package, the Junior BRC category will be supplied by Dmack tyres throughout the 2016 season.
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Giti increases GT REE Tread options with new drive tyre size
GT Radial’s REE Tread retreading programme has added the size 315/70R22.5 to its GDR690 drive tyre range. The size has been chosen to specifically target UK fleet operators looking to maximise price per kilometre, the company stated. Standing for “reliable, economical and environmental”, the GT REE Tread portfolio comprises the company’s hot cure bead-to-bead remoulds.
Remus releases Audi A3 convertible performance exhaust system
Remus has expanded its range of exhaust systems with a fitment for the popular Audi A3 convertible 8V. The system’s features include a lightweight construction, options for both the 1.4 and 1.8 models and the ability to fit with the firm’s Powerizer and Responder systems. The core of the system consists of a series of stainless steel tubes, fully EEC homologated centre sections and, for the lower capacity 1.4 engine, a stainless steel racing tube to replace the OE front silencer. Remus says its own internal testing has seen significantly increased power figures for both engine sizes.
RHA renews French military deployment call for HGV driver protection at Calais
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has renewed its call for deployment of the French military to protect HGV drivers. RHA chief executive Richard Burnett visited Calais last week, and expressed his concern that current security measures are insufficient to guarantee the safety of drivers making their way into the UK.
Cooper Tire Europe ambassador Xavi Foj prepares for 26th Dakar Rally
Cooper Tire Europe and Foj Motorsport are putting their final plans in place for the 2016 Dakar Rally, as Cooper Tire Europe ambassador Xavier Foj confirms his 26th entry into the world-famous endurance event. Foj’s Toyota Land Cruiser 150 is similar to the models in which he claimed two Dakar victories, and he will fit the recently launched Cooper Discoverer STT Pro tyres. Unveiled in October 2015 the new tyre is designed specifically for adventurous driving, with balanced performance characteristics across a range of off-highway surfaces – sand, tarmac, and even the thickest mud.
Goodyear launches third generation of flagship ultra-high performance tyre
Goodyear has launched the next generation of its ultra-high performance summer tyre, the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3. The tyre is the latest in the Eagle series that has given the manufacturer many test wins and a track record of original equipment homologation. The latest version contains technologies that improve braking, handling and control performance in both dry and wet conditions; characteristics that were benchmark tested independently at TÜV Süd.
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Yokohama-shod Ariel Nomad in Autocar’s Best Driver’s Car 2015 top three
Hot off the back of beating a four wheel-drive Group N rally car on a Wales Rally GB stage ahead of the event recently, a Yokohama-shod Ariel Nomad has again won critical acclaim from the media. The Nomad scored third in Autocar’s Best Driver’s Car 2015, finishing behind the Ferrari 488 GTB in first and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
BTCC commits to Dunlop as title sponsorship extended
Dunlop has extended both its official tyre supply and title sponsorship of the MSA British Touring Car Championship, signing an agreement with promoter and rights holder, TOCA to continue the partnership until at least the end of 2021. This contract will extend both the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship title sponsorship, which began in 2005, and the Official tyre supplier partnership, which began in 2003, into a third decade.
New slick tyre extends Pirelli F1 range, 3 compounds available per race weekend
The FIA World Motor Sport Council has formally approved new 2016 tyre regulations for Formula One, including an extended slick range and the availability of three compounds per race weekend, at its meeting in Paris. Exclusive tyre supplier Pirelli will introduce a new slick compound, the P Zero Purple ultrasoft, which was tested in Abu Dhabi following the conclusion of the 2015 season. It takes its place as the softest compound, with the existing designations retained. Rules regarding intermediate and wet tyres remain unchanged.
Nascar victory rounds off successful year for Tamworth brakes and clutch supplier
UK high-specification brakes and clutch manufacturer Alcon has experienced a successful 2015 motorsport season to go alongside its significant supply deals with Peugeot and Supacat among others. In late November, Kyle Busch claiming victory in the Nascar Sprint Cup race at the Homestead-Miami Speedway, and with it becoming the 2015 champion. Busch brought his Alcon-equipped, Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) Toyota home 1.5 seconds ahead of his nearest rival, to crown yet another successful year for the Tamworth-based manufacturer.
