CST RideMigra sport-touring bike tyre now available
CST Tyres’ RideMigra CM-S1 sport-touring motorcycle tyre is available from UK distributor Bickers now. The medium compound tyre offers riders both sporty grip and high-mileage, comfortable touring performance according to the manufacturer. Available in sizes 120/70 R17, 160/60 R17, 180/55 R17 and 190/50 R17, the new product is the first in a new series of CST motorcycle tyres.
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OSRAM introduces new Night Breaker 200
A new range of upgrade headlamp bulbs: Night Breaker 200 from OSRAM, provide motorists with a halogen upgrade bulb that is up to 200 per cent brighter than required by law, significantly improving road illumination and safety. As the brightest halogen retrofit bulb in OSRAM’s range, it expands the high-tech companys Night Breaker portfolio.
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Delphi Technologies launches charging cables
Delphi Technologies is making it easier for electrified vehicle owners to charge their car with the availability of new Mode 2 charging cables that connect directly to the existing electrical infrastructure. Compatible with any domestic mains socket, the new Mode 2 charging cables provide a safe, alternative charging option at home or away. With household mains sockets being more accessible than dedicated, purpose-bult electric vehicle chargers, the new cables can offer some peace of mind to drivers who suffer range anxiety.
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Launch UK’s compact diagnostic tool
A new compact, smart diagnostic device, which supplies full-systems diagnosis for more than 68 vehicle brands, is now available to technicians, offering wider model coverage, powerful test functions and the ability to accurately test data quickly and easily. The X-431 Euro Mini, introduced by Launch UK, is a compact device delivering a big punch, enabling technicians to carry out actuation tests, coding, service resets and vehicle coverage enquiries.
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Goodyear tyres for latest Porsche 911 GT3
Porsche has approved the Goodyear the Eagle F1 SuperSport R as original equipment for the latest edition of the Porsche 911 GT3. Size 255/35ZR20 tyres will grace the 911 GT3’s front wheels, while the Porsche will wear size 315/30ZR21 at the rear.
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New Bridgestone U-AP 002 developed on Manchester bus fleet
April’s launch of Bridgestone’s quietest bus and coach tyre ever made followed 18 months of internal testing with its biggest fleet customer. The tyre is in part a product of a lengthy development project with Stagecoach, whose Manchester city centre fleet of green vehicles became the first in Europe to operate on the product. The U-AP 002 reduces rolling resistance, extends mileage, and reduces fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and total cost of ownership according to Bridgestone’s testing against its predecessor in size 275/70 R22.5. The tyre was developed to fulfil the requirements of an electric and hybrid bus fleet, a quickly growing target market.
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Pirelli introduces FSC-certified P Zero for BMW hybrid
Pirelli claims a world first with the launch of a range of FSC-certified (Forest Stewardship Council) tyres. Designed for the BMW X5 xDrive45e plug-in-hybrid, these tyres contain FSC-certified natural rubber and rayon. According to Pirelli, its FSC-Certified P Zero represents “a new horizon for increasingly sustainable tyre production.”
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SRI developing long-lasting Falken tyres with world’s fastest supercomputer
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has become one of the first industrial sector users to access the world’s most powerful computer. SRI is using the new ‘exascale’ Fugaku supercomputer to expand its materials simulation capabilities at the smallest particle level. The manufacturer has previously tapped into supercomputer technology to assist with the development of its tyre technology. Its tyre engineers previously used Japan’s K-supercomputer to launch its 4D NANO Design process. SRI credits the resulting step change in performance with the increasing number of accolades and original equipment deals subsequently achieved by its Falken tyre range list.
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GT Radial becomes Champions Hockey League partner
GT Radial is the Official Tyre Partner of the Champions Hockey League (CHL). The Giti Tire brand will use Europe’s biggest ice hockey competition to boost awareness of its winter portfolio across the continent. The agreement means GT Radial will get advertising at all games, its logo on official media backdrops and on the website, tickets, usage of the CHL emblem, tailored digital activations, on-site promotions and access to fan engagement activities. Giti said its advertising will promote the “direct link between the speed and precision of professional ice hockey and the GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport, its winter tyre dedicated to the UHP market.”
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AO fit Giti GTR955 Combi Road on new Tiger Trailers fleet
The online electricals retailer AO will fit Giti GTR955 Combi Road tyres on its new fleet of 50 Tiger Moving Double Deck trailers. The Giti Group has supplied tyres exclusively to AO’s wholly owned logistics fleet of 2,000 units, trailers and vans since the relationship was established 18 months ago. Tyres already in operation across AO’s fleet include the Giti GSR225 Combi Road steer axle tyre, and the Giti GDL617 drive axle tyre. The new, bespoke designed units run on size 215/75R17.5. They have a kerb weight of 15,000kg, with a gross vehicle weight of 39,000kg.
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Continental launches CompactMaster AG loader tyre
Continental has launched the CompactMaster AG, a new telehandler and skid-steer loader tyre. According to the company, the tyre is the first to be designed with a new Turtle Shield tread layer and twisted steel belt. It is capable of operating at speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour. And, compared to a standard agricultural tyre pattern, the new lug design of the CompactMaster AG tyre provides five per cent more surface area.
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Continental recalls 9,988 all-season van tyres in Canada
Continental is recalling 9,988 Continental VanContact 4Season tyres in Canada. According to the 27 April filing with Transport Canada that was updated on 5 May, “In winter conditions, the VanContact 4Season tyres that are part of the recall do not meet the minimum snow traction requirements of Canadian regulations.” And, as a result, “The tyres may not provide the expected traction in severe snow weather conditions, which may increase the risk of a crash. Continental reports that it has not received any reports of accidents or injuries resulting from use of the tyres.
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BKT expands Ridemax range with new FL 699 size
BKT has added to its Ridemax range with the release of a second Ridemax FL 699 size. The new 525/65 R 20.5 tyre is intended for fitment on agricultural trailers and tank trucks and complements the existing 24 R 20.5 size.
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New lightweight bicycle inner tubes from Pirelli
Pirelli SmarTUBE is now on the market: the new inner tube with technology derived from the developments for World Tour team tubulars is available for all the brands clincher tyre models. In the custom version for tubular tires, the SmarTUBE was the subject of a long and careful development project, which required several months of engineering to perfectly match the inner tube to the handmade structure of the P Zero Race Tub SL. The clincher version - introduced today - incorporates much of the feedback from the World Tour project, with the aim of enhancing the performance of Pirelli clincher tyres and reaching a wider range of consumers and lovers of the brand.
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New Leao car tyre range: Nova Force Acro
Linglong Tire has introduced a new tyre range within its Leao Tire brand. It targets the Leao Nova Force Acro at drivers of ultra-high-performance luxury cars.
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