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Vredestein to launch Ultrac Pro UHP car tyre in spring 2024

Apollo Tyres will launch Vredestein’s new Ultrac Pro ultra-high performance summer car tyre in spring 2024. The manufacturer said the tyre will target both “advanced handling capabilities and superior driving comfort” at what it calls an “accessible price”. The development tyre is currently in its final phase of real-world testing. The manufacturer will bring the tyre to market in a wide range of 18-24” sizes, compatible with a broad spectrum of sportscars, supercars and high-performance saloons, hatchbacks and SUVs. The Ultrac Pro is Vredestein’s first all-new UHP summer tyre since the Ultrac Vorti in 2012.

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  1. Conserving costs, maximising business: Apollo Tyres’ response to the coronavirus pandemic
  2. Vredestein expands Quatrac Pro all-season UHP tyre range
  3. Vredestein launching next-generation all-season UHP tyre
  4. Conti SportContact 7 ‘sets benchmark’ in Tyre Reviews UUHP tyre test
14th November 2023 by
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Tyres & Accessories November 2023 issue available to read online

The November issue of Tyres & Accessories Magazine is now available as an e-paper for subscribers to Tyrepress. Featuring special sections on 4×4 tyres and garage equipment, the issue also contains reports from the National Tyre Distributors Association’s annual conference and Tyre Industry Awards and a visit to Continental’s agricultural tyre production line in its plant in Lousado, Portugal. Non-subscribers can gain access to Tyrepress with a print or online subscription, or 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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  1. Tyres Industry Publications: the next 75 years
  2. Remember This? – November 2023
  3. Remember This? – December 2023
  4. Tyres & Accessories at the heart of the tyre industry
14th November 2023 by

Stellantis recognises more than 600 students in awards programme

Stellantis celebrated the achievements of more than 600 graduates at the conclusion of its annual Student Awards programme, the second year it has been a global event. Applicants were asked to explain how they would offer decarbonized mobility that is affordable and accessible to all. Originally established as a regional programme 27 years ago, the Stellantis Student Awards represents six regions and 24 countries. Since 1996, nearly 15,000 high school and university graduates have been recognised.

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  1. Lehigh Technologies Wins 2015 Bloomberg New Energy Pioneer award
  2. JK Tyre gains five-star safety audit
  3. Nynas “honoured” by Pirelli Supplier Award
  4. Autopromotec wins best international fair 2019
14th November 2023 by
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Astutus Research produces new Vehicle Kilometres Travelled in Europe analysis

Tyre industry data analyst Astutus Research has produced a new analysis of vehicle kilometres travelled (VKMT) in 26 European markets. This metric is a key figure in determining tyre sell-out volumes, though the data can often be untimely or inaccurate data. With its new reports, which can be tailored to particular requirements, Astutus says it can offer up-to-date analysis of VKMT, with more than 20 years of historic data [from 2000], and forecasts to 2028, within the passenger car and light commercial vehicle segments. More information can be found in the Tyrepress Report Shop. Several analyses of global tyre markets are available now on Tyrepress.

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  1. Tyre demand declining 15 to 26 per cent in 2020
  2. Goodyear to regain number 3 global PCLT tyre volumes ranking – Astutus Research
  3. European car tyre imports rise despite apparent risks of offshoring production
  4. 10-year tyre trends show how UHP segment beat the pandemic
13th November 2023 by
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New car sales growth continues in October – SMMT revises annual outlook upwards

October’s new car market grew by 14.3 per cent to reach 153,529 registrations, 7.2 per cent above pre-pandemic levels and marking the best performance for the month since 2018, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The 15th month of consecutive growth was driven almost entirely by large fleet registrations, which grew 28.8 per cent to reach 87,479 units. Private demand was stable at 62,915 vehicles, a 0.3 per cent increase, while the much smaller business sector saw registrations fall -15.2 per cent to 3,135 units. With the sustained increase in new car registrations, overall vehicle uptake is now up 19.6 per cent in the first 10 months, with the market currently enjoying its best year since 2019.

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  1. January rise in UK new car sales marks 6th consecutive month of growth
  2. SMMT urges government to back new-tech diesel following market decline, uncertainty
  3. Fleet sales mean March new car sales up 11.5 per cent YOY
  4. EVs energise new car market but chargepoint rollout must accelerate, says SMMT
8th November 2023 by
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Toyo agrees sustainable raw materials research partnership with Serbian university

Toyo Tire Holdings of Europe has formed an industry-university partnership for the research and development of sustainable raw materials with the University of Novi Sad in Serbia. Toyo Tire corporate officer Kenta Kuribayashi and University of Novi Sad faculty dean Biljana Pajin signed the agreement on 3 November in Serbia’s second-largest city. Toyo Tire produces tyres in Serbia. The Japanese manufacturer said that it intends to promote technology development through this industry-university partnership and wishes to contribute to educational policies in Serbia.

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  1. Toyo to realise truck and bus tyre fuel efficiency gains through Nano Balance Tech
  2. Toyo investing 390 million euros in Serbia tyre factory
  3. Serbia to become PCLT tyre production hub
  4. New Serbia plant key to more profitability – Toyo
6th November 2023 by
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IGA offers subsidised MOT training to upskill industry

IGA will offer large subsidies on MOT training for their members from 1 November 2023. These include a 40 per cent reduction in the cost of MOT tester training and a 50 per cent reduction in the cost of MOT manager training for a limited period. “Due to the challenging times we are facing as a sector, the IGA feels it is appropriate to provide support to members and help them with the cost of upskilling their staff, as we enter the busy period for MOTs,” announced Stuart James, IGA chief executive.

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  1. IGA launches MOT training campaign
  2. Progress Recruitment to roll out new MOT Tester Training more widely through IGA
  3. IGA works with DfT on MOT fee review
  4. ‘Time to end MOT extension’ – IGA
3rd November 2023 by
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Michelin introduces three all new motorcycle tyres at EICMA

Michelin says it will introduce a full new range of motorcycle tyres in 2024, available for riders from January. The first three new products will be unveiled at the EICMA trade show, Milan, Italy from 7 to 12 November. Over the past years, the Michelin Power and Michelin Anakee ranges have been homologated by premium manufacturers such as BMW Motorrad, Triumph, KTM and Honda along with many others.

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  1. Michelin: 9 new two-wheeler tyre lines in 2020
  2. Avon to debut new motorcycle fitments at Expo show
  3. Michelin refreshes maxi scooter range with two new tyres
  4. Michelin unveils latest MotoGP tyre
3rd November 2023 by
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Goodyear to showcase integrated fleet efficiency approach at Solutrans 2023

Goodyear will present its comprehensive Goodyear Total Mobility integrated fleet offer at Solutrans 2023 (Hall 5, Stand A031, 21-25 November 2023, Lyon Eurexpo, France). Goodyear will present its latest tyres and fleet mobility solutions, including Goodyear TPMS, Goodyear CheckPoint, and Goodyear DrivePoint. The company has designed an interactive exhibition of physical and virtual features that will showcase the integration of Goodyear Total Mobility components with its web and mobile applications, all powered by advanced data processing capabilities. Overall, Goodyear says it will show how it can maximise fleets’ efficiency, competitiveness and sustainability at the trade fair for haulage and urban transport professionals.

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  1. Reynolds Logistics signs new Goodyear Total Mobility five-year contract
  2. Goodyear launches higher mileage, winter compliant Kmax Gen-2 trailer tyre
  3. UK fleets ‘lead way’ in sustainability investment – Goodyear
  4. Fleets share views in Goodyear Sustainable Reality Survey 2023
3rd November 2023 by
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Goodyear supports Team De Rooy’s Rallye du Maroc 2023 victory

Goodyear supported Team De Rooy as it won the Rallye du Maroc 2023 on 12-18 October. The proving ground for the Dakar 2024, Goodyear said its Offroad tyres and TPMS solution helped the team to conquer the Sahara sands. The team covered 2,240km over five stages, demonstrating its capacity to navigate some of the most demanding terrains. The tyre supplier adds that the Goodyear Offroad tyres continued to meet rigorous demands of the rally in terms of durability and performance, while the integration of Goodyear Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) solution in Team De Rooy’s racing trucks helped to provide essential real-time tyre temperature and pressure information via dashboard display, allowing the team to respond quickly and make adjustments as needed.

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  1. Goodyear a Dakar winner
  2. De Rooy to fit Goodyear truck tyres in 2017 Dakar Rally campaign
  3. Goodyear exclusive tyre partner for top Dakar Rally teams
  4. ETRC Promotor’s Cup becomes Goodyear Cup
3rd November 2023 by
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Goodyear in Bahrain for World Endurance Championship finale with all titles to be decided

The FIA World Endurance Championship 2023 finale is underway in Bahrain. The drivers’ and constructors’ championships will be decided, alongside the Goodyear Wingfoot Award, in which Filipe Albuquerque and Robert Kubica are level at the top of the table. Albert Costa is 16 points adrift in third, the only other driver with a mathematical chance of clinching the Wingfoot Award title. The Goodyear Wingfoot Award is designed to reward drivers that maximising performance across multiple stint. The award is given to the LMP2 driver who achieves the fastest stint average, measuring their average lap time over two consecutive stints. The Wingfoot has been synonymous with Goodyear since the manufacturer was founded 125 years ago. It is derived from classical mythology – Mercury to the ancient Romans or Hermes to the Greeks. Goodyear considers the swift messenger an apt comparison for its tyre products and performance ethos.

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  1. Tyre strategy to play key role at WEC Bahrain finale – Michelin
  2. Goodyear anticipates WEC restart, with partner teams in contention
  3. Goodyear’s European motorsport renaissance continues despite pandemic challenges
  4. WEC: Will Stevens first winner of Goodyear Wingfoot award
3rd November 2023 by

Bridgestone postcards demonstrate tyre checks as it helps hundreds ‘Become a Road Safety Hero’

Bridgestone spread the tyre safety message to hundreds of motorists across October with free tyre safety checks and postcards at two events during Tyre Safety Month. Bridgestone said it communicated the messages to hundreds of motorists at Roadchef’s Norton Canes Services on the M6 Toll in Staffordshire on 19 October, carrying out free safety checks throughout the day. The company repeated these activities at Ireland’s Japfest in Mondello Park, where it encouraged young drivers to get into the habit of checking their tyres regularly.

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  1. Bridgestone tyre safety survey: 81% of drivers never check their tyres
  2. Tyre-related deaths and injuries preventable: Highways England and Bridgestone
  3. Bridgestone promoting Tyre Safety month message in new portal
  4. TyreSafe calls for nominations for inaugural awards
2nd November 2023 by

delta4x4 Mercedes G-Class makes bow on Mileking tyres

Off-road tuning company delta4x4 has launched its ”Hoch D” 4×4² version of the Mercedes G-Class, purportedly giving the “presence of the 4×4² without portal axles.” To achieve this, delta4x4 raised the G463A by 50 mm and developed a special body lift kit that raises the vehicle by an additional 100 mm. This allows G-Class drivers to use 22” tyres (size 345/55R22), thanks to an 80mm wheel arch extension. The tuner suggests tyres from “renowned manufacturers such as Mickey Thompson, BF Goodrich, Cooper, and Yokohama” could be used on the tuned model. However, the company’s announcement shows the Hoch D G-Class rolling on the Mileking Mud Champ MK889, a tyre manufactured by Qingdao-based Shandong Acmex Rubber Group.

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  1. Delta4x4’s VW Multivan T6 wheel/tyre upgrade
  2. Cooper showcases 4×4 HP tyres with Liberty Walk Europe at Autosport
  3. General Tire Grabber X3-equipped Brabus exhibited at Conti Tuning Day
  4. Nexen ramping up European SUV marketing with 28” HP tyre
2nd November 2023 by

Yokohama unveils Geolandar CV 4S

Yokohama has unveiled the new Geolandar CV 4S, a comprehensive all-season tyre for crossover SUVs. The demands on tyres for SUVs are varied and challenging, as they need to be able to take on all road types and all-weather conditions, such as arid dryness, rainy spells and challenging snow. Yokohama states that the new tyre recognises this demand for versatility and practicality in its development of the “innovative” Geolandar CV 4S. Following its launch in October, the Geolandar CV 4S will make its debut in the UK and Europe. Yokohama will roll out the tyre in a range of 32 sizes, for rim sizes between 17” and 20”.

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  1. Yokohama renews Geolandar tyre supply deal with Team Mitsubishi Ralliart in Asia Cross Country Rally
  2. Yokohama to launch motorsport, UHP, 4×4 tyres at Autosport International
  3. Recovery’s small steps show most valuable consumer, light commercial tyre segments
  4. Yokohama USA launches Geolandar A/T XD pickup truck tyre
31st October 2023 by

Kumho keeps eyes on road with 4×4 tyre range

Kumho’s recent development of its SUV and 4×4 tyre range have focused on satisfying the increasing requirement for more car-like on-road performance from such vehicles. The Korean company’s line-up offers more than just on-road SUV fitments, though, with two all-terrain models and the mud-terrain MT51 offering performance away from smooth tarmac.

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  1. Hankook Dynapro tyre range offers high performance on and off the road
  2. Recent all-terrain pattern extends Kumho 4×4 range
  3. Kumho adds 12 Ectsa PS71 SUV tyre sizes to its range
  4. Kumho selected to supply tyres for the 2021 Nissan Pathfinder
31st October 2023 by

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