Ronal Group ‘revolutionary wheel decoration process’
Last year, the Ronal Group and Kurz, which makes thin-film technology, presented the Performance+ hot stamping process, which can be used to refine wheel inserts. At Fakuma, the leading international trade fair for the plastics processing industry, the two companies will be presenting further developments relating to their cooperation project this year.
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Dunlop debuts SportSmart mk4 hypersport tyre
The latest Dunlop road-focused hypersport tyre, the SportSmart mk4, has arrived. Dunlop says it designed the tyre to build on the established performance of its predecessor across a broad spectrum of sports bikes. Replacing the 2019-introduced SportSmart Mk3, the new model represents a “substantial improvement thanks to relentless continuous development of every component in the tyre.” Primarily designed for road use, the SportSmart mk4 sits in the Dunlop portfolio alongside the SportSmart TT road and track tyre.
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From satisfactory to exemplary – Auto Bild rates winter tyre finalists
Whether VW Golf, Vauxhall Astra, Ford Focus, Skoda Octavia, or Audi A3, nearly all compact car base models come with 205/55 R16 tyres. This tyre size dominates Europe’s aftermarket sales, and its popularity has led to a wide range of available products. However, this extensive selection can make it difficult to choose the best replacement tyre.
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German Agricultural Society approves Maxam AgriXtra XL high horsepower tractor tyres
The Maxam AgriXtra XL tyre series has received the approval of the independent testing institute of the German Agricultural Society, having performed well against five other competitor tractor tyres in a range of comparative tests. The tyre was found to help reduce soil compaction, increase fuel savings, and improve traction to deliver improved productivity. The DLG-Testzentrum Technik und Betriebsmittel of the German Agricultural Society (DLG) awarded both the Maxam AgriXtra XL VF and Standard construction Radial R-1W tyres with the much coveted “DLG Approved” quality stamp of approval.
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Battery as a service, battery swapping emerge as key topics – GlobalData
The efforts of global governments to promote the electrification of car parcs in order to make transportation more sustainable are encountering several challenges. Among them are the high costs associated with batteries, lower range, and charging infrastructure. Battery as a service (BaaS) and battery swapping have emerged as trending topics of discussion among companies, as these can reduce the cost of ownership while addressing the other challenges as well, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.
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BKT tyres supports growth of centurion Massachusetts-based construction company
A construction firm with more than a century of history from Auburn, Massachusetts is supporting its future growth by fitting BKT’s versatile TR 461 OTR tyre. The move to fit RH White Construction’s machinery with BKT tyres, and a product combining traction and durability, was also made due to the competitive pricing of the Indian manufacturer’s tyres. “We have relied on BKT because it has met our need for quality tyres at a more competitive price than the ones we had been using previously. Savings have been significant, both in terms of cost and durability.” comments Ray Robichaud, heavy equipment manager, who has been with the company since 1979.
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Mitas tyres OE on latest Colibri M22 e-motorbikes
Mitas tyres have been chosen for the newest Colibri M22 e-motorbikes, made for longer lasting road trips and offroad riding, too. Colibri’s selection of Mitas tyres shows their commitment to providing the best possible on road and offroad experience for riders. Mitas will give Colibri riders three tyre range options: the MC-25, MC-32 and Speedway tyres, made to ensure optimal grip on any terrain and in any weather.
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Forterra picks Michelin tyres for its fleet
Building materials manufacturer Forterra has opted for Michelin as its sole tyre supplier. Operating from 13 locations nationwide, Forterra produces some 500 million bricks a year, which it transports via 143 trucks (both rigids with drawbars and tractor units) and 153 predominately drawbar trailers, the vast majority of which feature mechanical offload systems
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Looking forward: The enduring role of industrial tyres in the post-pandemic environment
The COVID-19 pandemic showcased the critical role played by the commercial and industrial tyre sectors in ensuring uninterrupted supply chains and the global flow of essential goods. From food and medical supplies to industrial equipment, tyres were at the foundation of the logistics chain that kept the world functioning amidst lockdowns and restrictions. Commercial tyres, specifically designed for long-haul trucks and delivery vehicles, facilitated the smooth transportation of crucial supplies, while industrial tyres ensured that heavy machinery continued operating in factories, warehouses, and construction sites, while material-handling tyres kept crucial logistics systems going – all of which highlights the indispensable contribution to economic resilience made by off-highway tyres. This article is an example of the editorial comment that introduces every edition of Tyres & Accessories magazine. Not a subscriber? No problem, click here to become one.
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Yokohama OE on new Honda N-Box Joy
Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. is supplying its BluEarth AE-01 tyres as original equipment (OE) for the new Honda N-Box Joy, a crossover version of Honda’s N-Box mini vehicle. Set to be launched in Japan in September 2024, the N-Box Joy is being fitted with 155/65R14 75S tyres.
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Continental tyres OE on new smart #3 Brabus
The new smart #3 Brabus edition is begin factory equipped with EcoContact 6 Q tyres from Continental. Specifically, the SUV coupé is being fitted with 245/40 R20 99V XL tyres as original equipment. The smart #3 is the second model produced by the joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and the Chinese manufacturer Geely.
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AutoBild’s top 15 all-season tyres 2024
At the start of the week, AutoBild released the results of the qualification round for this year’s all-season tyre test. The finalists were chosen based on the shortest combined braking distances on wet and dry roads. Auto Bild assessed 15 popular all-season tyres in 225/50 R17, fitting each to a BMW 3 Series and subjecting them to 16 rigorous test processes designed to replicate a diverse range of real-world scenarios. After an initial 37-tyre qualifying round at the Automotive Testing Papenburg facility in Germany, the best-performing tyres underwent additional wet and dry testing at the Wachauring racetrack in Austria, followed by snow testing in the New Zealand Alps.
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Case for fitting all-season tyres over specialist winter tyres demonstrated in Autozeitung test
German magazine Autozeitung has tested seven winter tyres and three all-season tyres, competing in the usual range of dry, wet and snow conditions. The test appears to confirm the quality of all-season tyres, with all three tyres receiving comparatively high overall marks and the coveted “Highly Recommended” grade. This result was mostly due to the all-season tyres’ consistently better performance in the dry. Conversely, on snow, the all-rounder tyres only lagged slightly behind the models specialised for the colder season, though Autozeitung adds that the performance gap between the two types of tyre in winter conditions increases as the temperature drops. Having tested the tyres on snow in temperatures between -10 and -15 Celsius, the magazine confirmed that the all-season tyres tested are “completely sufficient” for “normal requirements”, while recommending the specialist winter tyres “for maximum performance in tough, winter conditions”.
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Bridgestone join forces in the debut of Lamborghini’s Temerario in the gaming world
The new Bridgestone-equipped Lamborghini Temerario super sportscar has arrived on virtual roads within the Asphalt Legends computer game. To celebrate the super sportscar’s arrival on the game, Asphalt Legends Unite is launching the Lamborghini Temerario Esports Challenge. Players around the world can now get behind the digital wheel of the new Lamborghini Temerario fitted with Bridgestone tyres and enjoy an exclusive Bridgestone livery.
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>300 Hercules Terra Trac tyres recalled
In the USA, 332 Goodyear-produced Hercules Terra Trac AT X-Venture tyres are being recalled due to a sidewall marking error. According to documents filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the tyres in question feature a “Tire Identification Number (TIN)…missing the required date code (week and year code).”
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