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New Prime Minister most trusted to change a tyre
A national poll of 2,051 Britons has found that that newly-elected Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is the politician the public is most likely to trust when it comes to changing a tyre. Nigel Farage, the Reform party figurehead and newly-elected MP for Clacton came second. Ed Davey, Rishi Sunak and Scottish First Minister and SNP leader John Swinney rounded out the top five. Liz Truss was reportedly least trusted in this and a series of related parallel surveys.
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Otto Just exclusive Tianli distributor for Germany
ZC Rubber has appointed Otto Just GmbH & Co. KG. exclusive distributor of its Tianli brand in Germany. This arrangement took effect in June 2024 and concentrates on the agricultural and forestry segments, where both companies see significant potential for growth and innovation.
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5 more years for Koelnmesse COO Frese
The firm behind The Tire Cologne has announced a contractual extension for its Chief Operating Officer, Oliver Frese. Koelnmesse GmbH will extend its contract with Frese, which currently runs until the end of 2024, by a further five years to 31 December 2029. Frese began in the role in 2020.
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JK Tyre & MRF publish annual reports
Indian tyre makers MRF Ltd. and JK Tyre & Industries have published their annual reports for the 2023-24 financial year ahead of their respective annual general meetings on 1 and 2 August. Both documents can be read and downloaded here.
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Mitas displays range at major agricultural events
The Mitas brand participated in two major UK agricultural shows during the past month: the Royal Cornwall Show and the Royal Highland Show. Partnering with tyre dealers Geoffrey Harris Tires and Farmers Tires, Mitas showcased its range and drew significant interest from thousands of attendees.
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Nokian Tyres debuts Ground King Loader
Nokian Tyres has introduced the Ground King Loader, a tyre designed to handle diverse terrains ranging from soft mud to hard surfaces with ease. This new wheel loader tyre features Nokian Tyres proprietary Hybrilug technology, ensuring comfortable and quiet driving, enhanced productivity, and predictable handling for agile loader operations.
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Stimulating growth, electric vehicle infrastructure and addressing the skills shortage
Shortly after the UK Labour Party completed its landslide victory in the General Election, ushering in the first major change of the UK government’s leading party in 14 years, associations from the country’s automotive value chain detailed what challenges await the new prime minister Keir Starmer and his incoming administration over the next five years.
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Fresh Drivers UK joins TyreSafe – an ‘important new partnership’
Fresh Drivers UK, an organisation dedicated to supporting new drivers with essential road safety tips and information, has joined TyreSafe’s growing network of committed partners. Founded by Sophie Lyden, manager of Morecambe independent retailer Westgate Tyres, Fresh Drivers UK “has quickly become a leading voice in promoting tyre safety and overall road safety for new drivers,” according to TyreSafe. It adds that the organisation “brings a fresh, approachable and relatable approach to driver education.”
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New SD-International MD
In response to the ever-changing market demands and to offer a “more personalized services to customers”, the board of directors of SD-International has promoted Leo Gu to the role of managing director. Leo Gu brings 23 years of extensive tyre sales and brand management, with company representatives stating that “his leadership and expertise will infuse new vitality and direction for the company”.
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BKT renews ‘Serie BKT’ sponsorship till 2028
BKT has renewed its position as Title Sponsor of Serie BKT until 2028, consolidating its long-term commitment with Lega Nazionale Professionisti B (LNPB). During the first six years of this partnership, BKT reports “remarkable…in terms of audience, spectators and competitiveness” across 41 Italian cities. In the upcoming sports season, four new cities will enlarge even more the territory in which the BKT Series is to be played.
Continue ReadingSustainable Aviation Fuel a strategic use for recycled tyres
The UK Government’s plan to ensure 10 per cent of all jet fuel used in flights leaving the UK comes from Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by 2030 could become a significant destination for end-of-life tyres. The SAF mandate, unveiled last month and pending parliamentary approval, is set to become law in January 2025, making it one of the world’s pioneering initiatives in sustainable aviation.
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ETRTO & JRC attend workshop on Euro 7 test methodology
This week, representatives from the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO) and the Joint Research Centre (JRC) participated in a two-day workshop on tyre abrasion at the DEKRA test centre in southern France.
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ETRMA joins call for greater FP10 investment
The European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturers Association (ETRMA) has joined 109 other European associations in urging the European Union institutions to allocate increased resources to the forthcoming European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10).
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Tecalemit now a Gemco company
In June, Gemco announced its acquisition of the business and assets of Tecalemit Garage Equipment Ltd, which will now trade as Tecalemit Workshop Equipment Ltd. Providing garage equipment, diagnostic tools, and services in the UK since 1922, Tecalemit is a firm whose history and values are, for its new owner, “synonymous with the brands sold within Gemco’s parent company, Nexion SpA.
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Suzuki Releases Continental Tyres for New Vitara S-Cross
Suzuki Motor Corporation is looking to Continental AG when it comes to tyres for the company’s new Vitara S-Cross. More specifically, Suzuki chose the 215/55 R17 94V EcoContact 6 fitment because they wanted “energy-saving” properties as well as the tyres that are “quiet on the road”. Continental reports that the tyre line and size is approved for the Suzuki Vitara S-Cross in “numerous countries”.
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