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Pyrum Innovations entering Scandinavia with GreenTech JV
A consulting agreement with Swedish firm GreenTech Recycling Tires AB gives Pyrum Innovations AG its first point of entry into the Scandinavian market. On the proviso that GreenTech’s financing is fully secured, Pyrum will invest up to 3 million euros in a joint venture SPV (special purpose vehicle) to build a pyrolysis recycling plant capable of processing 20,000 tonnes of end-of-life tyres annually.
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GRI appoints Thanuja Samaranayake as COO
Thanuja Samaranayake has joined GRI as the tyre maker’s chief operating officer, effective 1 March 2024. Introducing the new COO, GRI describes Samaranayake as an “accomplished global operations strategist and sustainability leader” who has a “proven track record of driving revenue growth, enhancing supply chain resilience, and achieving sustainability goals across diverse industries.”
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Gavin White becomes Activate Business Finance ambassador
Autotech Group founder Gavin White has become Automotive Ambassador in partnership with commercial finance broker Activate Business Finance. The announcement follows the recent news that White has stepped down from the day-to-day running of Autotech Group.
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70% of US fleets run weekly tyre inspections, but they lack digital integration
Anyline published the results of its recent US fleet survey at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s 2024 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition. The research found that the US fleet sector had a “mixed approach to ensuring vehicle safety and operational efficiency.”
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Yokohama Rubber back in the black in Russia
Several tyre makers have sold their manufacturing operations in Russia since 2022; Yokohama Rubber has not. L.L.C. Yokohama R.P.Z. suspended operations at its Lipetsk passenger car tyre plant in March of that year due to issues with raw material procurement, resuming production in August 2022.
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Branford Group hosts Toyo Automotive Parts USA auction
The Branford Group is conducting an auction at the former Toyo Automotive Parts USA facility in Franklin, Kentucky in April. The auction follows the decision of Toyo Automotive Parts USA’s parent company, Toyo Tire Corporation, which decided in August 2023 to cease manufacturing of automotive parts at its US subsidiary.
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Mark Widdows appointed Colewood Automotive network director
Colewood Automotive, the tyre e-commerce platform operator, has recruited Mark Widdows as network director. Widdows has more than 40 years’ experience in the tyre industry. He has managed and developed franchise networks comprised of independent dealers for both Goodyear and Bridgestone over the last 17 years. Colewood Automotive is behind several of the biggest tyre websites in the UK including Asda Tyres, etyres and RAC Tyres. Widdows will be responsible for increasing its business online and broadening its fitter network.
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Autozeitung summer tyre test backbenches leading brands
Autozeitung recently conducted its summer tyre test for 2024, joining the ranks of evaluations by Auto Bild as well as European motoring clubs ADAC, ÖAMTC and TCS. The German motoring publication looked at nine brands of 225/45 R17 94W/Y XL tyres, mounting them on a BMW 1-Series and subjecting all to a range of tests in wet and dry conditions.
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Magna Tyres introduces M-Truck commercial tyre range
Netherlands based Magna Tyres has expanded its range of commercial vehicle tyres. The M-Truck has been designed for various haulage applications – long haul, regional and construction operations – in steer, drive, all position and trailer fitments. The range incorporates a variety of features from its steel belted casing to the rubber compound designed for high resistance against punctures and other field hazards. The Magna M-Truck range is currently available in eight pattern options: RG10, RG11, RG20, RG30, RG31, CO10, C020, and CO30. The manufacturer adds that it is seeking to appoint distributors in various markets. Magna will display its truck tyre range among other products at The Tire Cologne.
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Landsail brand designed to fulfil value SUV tyre demand
If the market data is right, 2024 could be another busy year for SUV tyre sales. For garages, it means more and more SUVs coming in for tyre maintenance checks or new tyres. SUV drivers don’t necessarily need to be serious off-roaders. Unintentionally, drivers often find themselves changing from smooth surfaces, such as motorways, to country lanes or off-road driveways, not to mention the number of potholes on the roads in the UK. Couple this with unpredictable spring and summer weather, and having tyres that give them peace of mind, as well as excellent handling and reliability, is important.
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Further Prinx Chengshan tyres gain TÜV SÜD certification
During a ceremony held in China on 6 March, TÜV SÜD Group acknowledged Prinx Chengshan with certification that will “serve as a milestone” to “accelerate” the tyre maker’s entry into the European market. The certification agency awarded Prinx Chengshan the VECTO-based (EU) 2017/2400 carbon dioxide emissions and fuel consumption certification for three commercial vehicle tyre models sold in Europe under the Fortune and Austone brand names – AR 603, TH 135 and TH 155.
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Dongying authorities launch tyre brand promotion campaign in Thailand
In two months, the 14th Guangrao Tyre Exhibition (ChinaGRTAE) is about to open. As a result, this county in Shandong, China, has once again become the focus of discussion in China’s tyre industry. From May 15 to 17 more than 780 companies are expected to participate in this exhibition. Tyrepress China has learnt that the foreign trade department of Guangrao County recently held an overseas promotion campaign for the Shandong tyre brand in Thailand.
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UK SUV sales top 1 million in 2023
SUV sales in the UK have increased by 23 per cent since 2022, according to Transport & Environment analysis of Dataforce data. In 2022, the number of new SUVs (sports utility vehicles) registered stood at 910,000 but now that number has grown by a third and stands at 1.12 million. In 2021, 50 per cent of all new car registrations were SUVs. In 2022, that figure stood at 57 per cent. And in 2023, that rose again to 60 per cent. If the trend continues, in 2027 SUV registrations could make up 75 per cent of new registrations.
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Magna Tyres presenting truck range, TPMS at The Tire Cologne
Netherlands-based tyre company Magna Tyres confirms its presence as an exhibitor at this year’s The Tire Cologne in Germany, stating that participation in the tyre industry show aligns with its “ongoing brand image momentum in the heavy tyre market sector.” The Magna Tyres sales team will present a range of products for mining, earthmoving, industrial, port handling, crane operations and agricultural applications. They will also highlight two recent additions to the product line-up, the M-Truck tyre series and Magna’s proprietary Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.
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Linglong supports 2024 VfL Wolfsburg diversity match day
For the 7th time, Linglong Tire is supporting VfL Wolfsburg Diversity Match Day. As part of the womens home games against RB Leipzig on Monday 11 March 2024 in the AOK Stadium and the mens games on Saturday, 16 March 2024 against FC Augsburg in the Volkswagen Arena, the Wolves will wear a diversity jersey as a symbol of VfLs various social activities.
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