New Mercedes-AMG G63 SUV to run on General Tire Grabber HTS60
The sporty new Mercedes-AMG G63 will run on General Tire Grabber HTS60 tyres from the factory after the summer model was approved as original equipment. The ultra-high-performance SUV will fit the tyre in the size 275/50 R20 113H XL.
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GSF Car Parts nearing 200 branches nationwide
GSF Car Parts has announced the opening of two new branches in Crawley and Southgate, following the introduction of their East Birmingham branch last week. The new branches, which take the total of GSF branches to almost 200 nationally, will create new jobs across both North London and West Sussex.
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Toyo OE on new Lexus GX
Toyo Tire Corporation has announced that its Open Country A/T III product has been selected as original equipment for the new Lexus GX, which went on sale in April 2024 in North America and elsewhere.
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Hella Gutmann: No hidden costs with our diagnostics
Hella Gutmann’s is pitching its approach to diagnostics as a “straightforward, all-inclusive pricing model”. Specifically, it’s mega macs range of diagnostic solutions includes cyber security at no extra cost, free access to technical data, and no additional fees for ADAS calibration.
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BM Catalysts unveils ‘garage-focused initiatives’
Trelleborg is showcasing its latest tyre innovations at Hillhead 2024, the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling exhibition, on Stand #M3 from 25-27 June. Indeed, with products including the EMR Brawler tyres, Trelleborg tyres reportedly feature “more cut-resistant compounds and wider treads, delivering greater stability, performance and fuel efficiency while reducing downtime”.
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Trelleborg showing construction tyres at Hillhead
Trelleborg is showcasing its latest tyre innovations at Hillhead 2024, the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling exhibition, on Stand #M3 from 25-27 June. Indeed, with products including the EMR Brawler tyres, Trelleborg tyres reportedly feature “more cut-resistant compounds and wider treads, delivering greater stability, performance and fuel efficiency while reducing downtime”.
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Yokohama OE on new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has begun supplying its Geolandar G94 tyres as original equipment (OE) on the new Pajero Sport mid-size SUV, which was introduced in Thailand in March 2024, but is not available in Japan. The Pajero Sport is being fitted with 265/60R18 110H tyres.
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RH Claydon and Triangle Tyre’s 144 m2 Hillhead 2024 booth
Triangle Tyre and RH Claydon will exhibit together from 25 to 27 June at Hillhead Quarry in Buxton, the UK’s largest quarrying, construction, and recycling exhibition. According to the company, Triangle Tyre Co., Ltd is the fourth largest tyremaker worldwide when it comes to radial OTR tyres. Established in 1953, R.H. Claydon is the official distributor of Triangle OTR tyres in the UK. RH Claydon and Triangle Tyre are hosting customers on a 144 square metre stand.
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JK Tyre launches next generation commercial vehicle tyre lines
Leading Indian truck and bus radial (TBR) manufacturer, JK Tyre & Industries has introduced its new and advanced range of commercial tyres for the transportation sector. The company introduced four new variants, the Jetway JUM XM, Jetway JUC XM, Jetsteel JDC XD, and the Jetway JUXe for electric buses. JK Tyre states that the expansion of its product portfolio underscores its “dedication to providing advanced, high-performance solutions that combine superior performance, economic benefits, and environmental responsibility.” It said the launch was a “significant milestone” in its commitment to driving sustainable mobility solutions; the tyres are designed to enhance performance, operational efficiency, cost savings and sustainability.
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Read and download Tyres & Accessories Magazine June 2024 now
Tyres & Accessories features the tyre retail sector and ultra-high performance tyres in the June 2024 issue, available as an e-paper for subscribers to Tyrepress. The issue also features a special report on the Chinese tyre industry from Shandong Province, as Tyres & Accessories and Chinese language sister website Tyrepress China visit the 14th GuangRao Rubber Tire and Automotive Accessory Exhibition. Non-subscribers can gain access to Tyrepress with a print or online subscription. Tyre professionals can take advantage of the current Tyrepress Membership offer, helping to drive business online and stay informed with the industry’s leading magazine and websites.
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Goodyear to display new GP-4D Gen II OTR tyre at Hillhead 2024
Goodyear will exhibit its new Goodyear GP-4D Gen II alongside its range of OTR tyre products, services and solutions at Hillhead 2024 (25-27 June, Stand U13). The new 750/65R25 Goodyear GP-4D Gen II tyre at the show targets articulated dump trucks with an optimised tread design, multiple steel belt carcass construction, and a tread compound. These features add up to benefits such as versatile tread pattern for balanced performance, improved treadwear as well as high level of comfort for the operator.
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Study warns of poor quality brake calipers
The automotive industry is being urged to check the quality of brake calipers entering the aftermarket, following an independent study by Brake Engineering. The firm commissioned an independent company to evaluate the quality and subsequent performance of calipers being sold into the independent automotive aftermarket.
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Delphi BluTech diagnostic tool adds Volvo to security gateway solution
Delphi has continued to develop its tool for technicians to access vehicle data with the integration of Volvo into its security gateway solution. The integration has been pushed out with the BluTech diagnostic tool’s latest software update, meaning it can now automatically obtain Volvo authorisation tokens. This allows technicians unrestricted access to diagnostic functions.
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Falken launches Ziex ZE320 performance tyre with sustainability focus
Falken has launched its latest tyre, the Ziex ZE320, which incorporates sustainable rice husk silica in its manufacture. It replaces the existing Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun tyre and the new model promises to be even better and more environmentally friendly, says the company. The first twelve sizes of the new tyre are due to arrive in Europe in early summer 2024, with a further 48 sizes set to be added by spring 2025.
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Yokohama Geolandar A/T4 on sale in the USA
Yokohama Tire Corporation, the North American manufacturing and marketing arm of Tokyo, Japan-based The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd., reports that the Geolandar A/T4 G018, is now on sale in the US. Over 50 LT-metric sizes are expected to be available by year-end and “more than 130 euro-metric and LT-metric sizes ranging from 15- to 22-inch wheel diameters are planned for the line”.
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