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Michelin announces exclusive European Peugeot 3008 & E-3008 tyre supply
Peugeot has selected Michelin to exclusively equip Peugeot 3008 and E-3008 models sold in Europe. Depending on model and customer preferences, the vehicle manufacturer will fit the Michelin e.Primacy in size 235/50 R 20 104V, 235/55 R 19 105V, or 225/55 R 19 103V, or the Michelin CrossClimate 2 SUV in 225/55 R 19 103 V or 235/55 R 19 105 V.
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New Yokohama Mexico factory to be built in Saltillo, Coahuila
The new consumer/light truck tyre plant Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (YRC) intends to build in Mexico will be constructed at the Alianza Industrial Park in Saltillo, Coahuila. The details emerged after approval by the YRC board on 18 March.
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HSBC funds Metro Tyres expansion
Metro Tyres has utilised a six-figure funding package from HSBC UK to complete the purchase of a new 10,500 square foot warehouse in Liverpool. Founded in 2005, Metro Tyres describes itself as “a supplier and wholesaler of second-hand tyres”. The business employs 7 staff and deals with part worn tyres for cars and commercial vans.
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Kumho Tire to build plant in Europe
In response to an article that The Korea Economic Daily published this morning, Kumho Tire has confirmed that it is considering establishing a new factory in Europe. The company indicates this interest in a disclosure to the Korea Stock Exchange but adds that it has not yet decided precisely how much it will invest in the project, nor its exact timing. Kumho Tire intends to supply further information within the next month.
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Yokohama Rubber to set up plant in Mexico
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. has announced plans to strengthen its capacity for supplying tyres to the North American market by building a passenger car tyre factory in Mexico. The company intends to invest up to US$380 million to build a plant with an annual production capacity of 5 million tyres.
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Sentury achieves rapid growth in 2023
2023 was a year of rapid growth for Sentury. The tyre manufacturer’s annual report showed that its revenue and net profit reached 7.84 billion yuan (about £860 million; €1 billion) and 1.37 billion yuan (about £150 million; €170 million), both have achieved a growth of more than 20 per cent compared with 2022.
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Maxxis considering Nigeria tyre factory
In February 2024, directors of Maxxis visited the rulers of the Ukanku Community in the Ukwa East region of Nigeria. According to local Nigerian media Business Day, Maxxis executives inspected the land where they were “preparing to build a tyre factory.” Another media outlet, The Cable, stated that Maxxis announced “plans” to build a local tyre manufacturing plant.
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Aeolus giant tyre project starts construction at Jiaozuo, China plant in June
The Aeolus giant tyre project has completed all approval procedures and is expected to start construction in June 2024. The project is in Aeolus’ western factory in Jiaozuo. It plans to build a new production plant and power station and add giant tyre building and vulcanisation equipment. The construction period of the project is 24 months. After completion, it will be able to add 20,000 giant engineering radial tyre production capacity every year.
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Yokohama sponsors Everything Electric Live Action Arena
Yokohama Tyres has signed up to become an Everything Electric London event partner. The event at London ExCel on 28-30 March, formerly called Fully Charged Live, will showcase the latest home energy and clean energy solutions, including electric cars. As part of its partnership, Yokohama will be the official sponsor of the Live Action Arena, where visitors will be able to see some of the latest EVs to be launched to the UK including the Chery Omoda E5, which will be making its UK debut, the Fisker Ocean, the ORA O3 Pro and the BYD Seal.
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Which European countries are using electric vehicles the most?
New research has revealed the European countries using electric vehicles the most, with Norway coming out on top. The study by electronic registration portal Vignettecroatia.com analysed the latest 2022 data from Eurostat, to see which European countries had the highest percentage of electric vehicles. It found that Norway is leading the way for electric vehicle use in Europe, with a whopping 20.12 per cent of all vehicles being electric. As of the latest 2022 data, there are 3,018,728 registered vehicles in the country, of which 607,516 are electric-powered.
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NFDA concerned over Northern Ireland’s persistent MOT testing backlog
The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has expressed concerns over the delays drivers in Northern Ireland are facing in getting MOT tests. The region has been in an MOT crisis since 2020, when hairline cracks were found in the Driver and Vehicle Agency’s 55 Maha lifts, found to be caused by excessively long service cycles, as Tyrepress reported in 2021. These issues were compounded by the Covid pandemic, and a satisfactory resolution has yet to be found. Sue Robinson, chief executive of the NFDA said the current state of MOT testing in Northern Ireland is “unacceptable”.
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Quality focus for Fortune
The Fortune brand is a relative newcomer in the UK commercial vehicle tyre market, but behind the range is one of China’s largest and fastest-growing tyre makers. Prinx Chengshan produces the entire Fortune truck tyre line-up in a state-of-the-art facility in Chonburi, Thailand, and recently invited distribution partners from the UK and Europe to see the technology behind this Industry 4.0 plant for themselves. This visit also served as an opportunity to forge stronger business ties as well as to present the latest products within the Fortune portfolio.
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Mahle Aftermarket unveils streamlined marketing portal
The new UK Mahle Webshop presents an excellent array of merchandise and user-friendly experience for browsing and purchasing clothing and point-of-sale of Mahle branded items. This includes apparel, accessories, and collectibles, such as beanies, cups, pens, notebooks, water bottles promotional snack boxes, air fresheners and workshop clothing, all adorned with the Mahle logo.
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Arnold Clark Autoparts offers extra value to garages with technical training event
Arnold Clark Autoparts recently hosted a technical training evening at the GTG Training Centre in Wolverhampton to offer garages technical expertise, networking opportunities and industry knowledge from leading suppliers and organisations. Speakers included Mark Field, Chief Executive of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF), as the voice of the motor industry. Field delivered an update on current affairs affecting garage businesses and other pressing issues such as 2035 ban, the right to repair and MOT changes.
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Goodyear Farm Tires creates LSW European hub in France
Goodyear Farm Tires has created a new Low Sidewall Technology Development Centre in France to “provide its UK and European …customers with improved access to one of the most innovative products on the market”, according to the company. The French HQ of Titan International – which re-introduced Goodyear Farm Tires to the European market in 2019 – has been scheduled to begin the manufacturing and customisation of wheels for the exclusive LSW wheel and tyre assemblies at the start of April. Previously, all production and assembly of LSW products took place in the USA.
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