Yokohama supports college students
Yokohama has been building ties with Northampton College by providing educational talks on logistics and by donating a retired lorry for its mechanical students to practice their skills. It was after Yokohama’s transport supervisor Chris Reed delivered the Scania 94D that he was asked by the college if he’d be happy to return and talk to the students about his insight into the logistics sector.
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Anyline, TyreSafe study reveals alarming lack of tyre safety knowledge among UK drivers
A shocking new study suggests that a significant number of motorists are putting lives at risk due to an alarming lack of tyre safety knowledge. Fewer than a fifth (19 per cent) of those surveyed check their tyre tread depth every month, the recommended frequency. More than a third of drivers rely on a simple and subjective visual inspection of their tyres, rather than using a proper gauge, which only 29 per cent of drivers said they did. The findings of the survey of 2,000 UK drivers were released as part of Tyre Safety Month. The research was commissioned by Anyline, a global leader in AI-powered mobile data capture and insights, and UK road safety organisation TyreSafe. It was conducted by Opinium on 6-10 September 2024 weighted to Office of National Statistics (ONS) criteria.
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Sport tyres – not for everyone
Optional sport tyres always deliver better performance, right? Not necessarily, says auto motor und sport (ams). When the German motoring publication tested the latest Porsche Macan Turbo Electric, the model they received didn’t arrive on standard 20-inch rims, rather with 22-inch wheels fitted with “performance tyres” – an option that costs £464 in the UK.
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EU lifting of Belshina sanctions a “double mistake” – BIC
In March 2024, the Court of Justice of the European Union’s General Court lifted some of the sanctions imposed on Belshina in December 2021. Journalists from the Belarusian Investigative Center (BIC) consider this decision a mistake and have published their investigation into the tyre maker’s activities.
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Marangoni celebrates 20 years of partnership with Alba Tyres
September 2024 marked 20 years of partnership between Marangoni and Scottish RingTread partner, Alba Tyre Management Ltd.
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Bridgestone Mobility Solutions – TCO & sustainability driving integrated contracts
Although tyres account for only 2 to 4% of total fleet costs, they play a disproportionately large role in influencing other expenses, affecting fuel consumption, vehicle maintenance, and even safety. All these factors contribute to total cost of ownership, but by prioritising effective tyre management, fleet operators can significantly reduce fuel costs, decrease maintenance requirements, and maximise vehicle uptime. For Bridgestone, the provision of tailored solutions that help fleets optimise their cost structures is a business of growing significance.
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Yokohama 4×4 tyre range offers all-weather driving options
As the UK heads towards the wet winter months, Yokohama has a broad range of tyres for all-weather driving. Equally capable of tackling all terrains and mud, while delivering excellent fuel efficiency, comfort and safety performance, the Geolandar A/T G015 is proving to be the tyre of choice for more-and-more SUV owners.
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SRI reports strong business profit growth amid global challenges
Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (SRI) has announced its financial results for the nine months ending 30 September 2024, showcasing moderate revenue growth and a significant increase in business profit, despite ongoing challenges in the global economic landscape and sluggish tyre sales in key markets.
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Kumho 4×4, SUV tyre integrate passenger car tyre technology
The rise and rise of the SUV has been the dominant feature of the European car market in recent years, with increasing numbers of SUV drivers demanding a wider variety of performance features, from on-road performance to off-road traction. This has resulted in the introduction of new products to Kumho’s SUV/4x4 line-up such as Ecsta PS71 SUV and Road Venture AT52 and significant range extensions to established patterns.
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Hankook’s 4×4 tyre range: tough in all terrains
Hankook offers an extensive range of powerful performance tyres built for the wild, ensuring confident and controlled off-road driving. Offering optimum all-terrain capability designed specifically for off-road vehicles, Dynapro, Hankook’s core 4x4 tyre collection, comprises of the Dynapro MT2, an all-season off-road tyre, Dynapro AT2, a 4x4 and SUV tyre, and the newest addition to the Dynapro family, the Dynapro AT2 Xtreme – tough in all terrains.
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Hankook Tyre UK wins Industry Marketing Campaign of the Year Award for second consecutive year
Hankook Tyre UK was awarded the NTDAs Industry Marketing Campaign of the Year award for its ‘Hankook Big Winter Giveaway’ consumer promotion, featuring a £20,000 Virgin holiday voucher. Hankook’s primary objective of the promotion was to increase brand awareness, focusing on delivering a variety of paid and organic marketing methods across its social channels and radio advertising to reach as many UK drivers as often as possible. The four-week promotional campaign consisted of twenty-five daily prizes of a £50 Virgin Gift Card and a final main prize of a £20,000 Virgin holiday voucher. Anyone was eligible to enter the prize draw, subject to the usual T&Cs; all they had to do was visit the Hankook.win website and enter their contact details.
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Michelin approved dealer Tyre-Smart named Best Small Retailer at NTDA Tyre Industry Awards 2024
Essex independent dealer Tyre-Smart was named the best Small Tyre Retailer of the Year 2024 at the NTDAs annual Tyre Industry Awards ceremony. The family-owned business, which is a member of the Michelin Quality Centre network, on Moss Road, Witham, was triumphant against other single-site tyre dealerships from across the UK to win the prestigious trophy.
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Rema Tip Top Automotive UK crowned Aftermarket Supplier of the Year 2024
Rema Tip Top Automotive UK was honoured with the prestigious NTDA Aftermarket Supplier of the Year 2024 award, recognising the UK division’s exceptional dedication and significant contributions to the automotive aftermarket sector. Mark Insley, chief executive of Rema Tip Top UK, expressed his delight at receiving the award: “It is extremely satisfying that all our hard work has once again been recognised by the NTDA. We truly have a great team of individuals within our organisation who care passionately about the quality of products and service we provide to our customers, and this helps to ensure the safety of millions of drivers on the roads every day.”
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Continental wins sustainability accolade at NTDA Tyre Industry Awards 2024
Continental Tyres beat Bridgestone, Hankook, Marangoni, and Michelin to win the Tyre Industry Environmental and Sustainable Solution of the Year at the NTDA’s Tyre Industry Awards 2024. The award, presented at the Association’s 94th Annual Dinner, was decided by a panel of industry experts and recognises outstanding corporate social responsibility within the tyre industry. Conti said its achievement reflects the tyre manufactures ongoing commitment to driving sustainability across all of its operations - from enhancing the efficiency of its manufacturing processes and supply chain to developing innovative, eco-friendly materials.
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Pirelli sustainability measures, UK commitment seals Tyre Manufacturer of the Year award
Pirelli UK was named Tyre Manufacturer of the Year at the Tyre Industry Awards 2024, recognising the company’s excellence in product innovation, sustainability, and beyond. The NTDA Tyre Manufacturer of the Year Award celebrates the achievements of manufacturers that have made significant contributions to the tyre industry, with the winner decided by a select panel of independent industry experts. Pirelli’s success stems from its unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability, exemplified by products like the P Zero range, including the P Zero E tyre: the first UHP tyre on the market with more than 55 per cent bio-based and recycled materials.
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