Enso named finalists in Earthshot prize for EV tyres
London-based specialist Electric Vehicle (EV) tyre technology company Enso has been named as one of the 15 global finalists for The Earthshot Prize, which was launched by Prince William in 2020.
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Halfords wins Yodel tyre supply deal
Yodel, one of the UK’s leading parcel carriers, has awarded a five-year tyre management contract to Halfords Commercial Fleet Services. Halfords Commercial Fleet Services’ position as the UK’s largest commercial service network with 104 depots and over 500 dedicated mobile vans was cited as a major factor behind decision.
Halfords the largest commercial fleet tyre servicing operation in the UK
Earlier this year we found that Halfords Autocentres is neck-and-neck with Kwik-Fit for the title of largest car tyre retailer in the UK, with 650 centres a piece. However, what that figure doesn’t tell you is just how influential the company’s commercial vehicle tyre business has become. Tyres & Accessories recently met up with Halfords Commercial Fleet Services director, Greg Ward in order to find out.
moveero launches online wheel selector
moveero has introduced a new wheel selector to the company’s site, following the launch of a new web portal. According to the company, them wheel selector enables customers to identify the right wheel to meet their specific requirements…”.
New TRA president
At its Annual General Meeting held on 13 September 2023, the Tyre Recovery Association (TRA) unanimously elected Bill Clarke of DME Tyres to be its new president for the next two years. Clarke succeeds Tim Stott of Murfitts Industries who is stepping down. DME Tyres were early supporters of the TRA having joined soon after its formation two decades ago.
UK’s largest tyre recycling gathering discusses exports to India, T8 exemptions and regulatory reform
Companies from across the UK gathered in Leamington Spa for the TRA’s annual briefing day and conference on Wednesday 13 September. Over 50 businesses sent representatives to hear from the leading industry experts and analysts at a time that British tyre recycling stands “at a critical crossroads”. Many reportedly fear the imminent demise of the UK’S domestic tyre recycling industry if things do not change.
Nexen confirms Spanish Police tyre supply deal
Following the news that Nexen Tire and Grupo Soledad are partnering to supply the Korean tyre maker’s products to the Spanish Policia Nacional, Nexen representatives have confirmed the details.
Almost 800 Fruehauf trailers recalled due to Saf-Holland TPMS issue
Fruehauf Inc. (Fruehauf) is recalling certain 2025 Composite trailers equipped with the Tire Pilot Plus tyre pressure regulation systems (TPRS) in the USA. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) documentation 786 trailers are affected and all eight tyres on affected trailers “may experience a loss of tyre pressure while driving faster than 45 mph.”
Hamaton launches EU-Pro Truck 1.0 TPMS
Hamaton has launched a new TPMS sensor for trucks, trailers, and buses. The EU-Pro Truck 1.0 sensors are also available in the UK through the Tyresure brand.
Magna Tyres opens Serbia and Montenegro office
Netherlands-based Magna Tyres has opened a new office in Serbia in response to “ongoing sales growth throughout Serbia and Montenegro.”
Linglong appoints Wolf Fuder as head of marketing Europe
Linglong became the first Chinese tyremaker to start producing tyres in Europe when it opened the doors to its Serbia facility in February. Since then, the company has continued to expand its European operations and most recently appointed Wolf Fuder as Head of Marketing Europe based within the Linglong Germany GmbH operation.
Bayman leaves Goodyear EMEA consumer presidency, Anckaert promoted
3-and-a-half years after joining Goodyear EMEA, the company’s President Consumer Europe, Hakan Bayman, has left the company.
ATS Euromaster sales director named commercial director at TrucTyre
Jason Chamberlain, sales director at ATS Euromaster, is now also taking over as commercial director role of TrucTyre. In his expanded new role, Chamberlain will be responsible for overseeing and driving business growth for both ATS Euromaster and TrucTyre. According to the company, “the promotion will ensure customers of both ATS Euromaster and TrucTyre get a consistent and high quality level of service, across all vehicle types.”
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The Tyre Shop charity golf day raises £20,000
The Tyre Shop recently held its annual charity golf day in aid of Corbets Tey School for children with special needs in Upminster, Essex. The Tyre Shop raised over £20,000 for the school on the day, having raised over £200,000 in the 17 years it has been helping the school.
ETB fined £100,000 for breaking tyre disposal rules
In July, Exhaust Tyres and Batteries (Worcester) Limited (otherwise known as the Bridgestone-owned ETB tyre retail operation) exceeded the amount of waste the company were legally allowed to deposit at Synergy Tyres Limited, Daventry in total depositing around 250,000 of waste tyres. As a result, ETB was fined £100,000 and ordered to pay costs of £7,463.
