MatraX tyres bringing broad range to TTC
MatraX Tyres plans to showcase its latest advancements and expanded product range at The Tire Cologne 2024 next month, and will be present in Hall 7.1, at Stand B008 C009. In the time since its debut show appearance in 2022, the company says it has integrated new technology and materials to develop tyres intended to meet the evolving needs of drivers across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
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Classic look, modern tech – Auto Bild tests 7 tyres
According to Dierk Möller, tyre tester for the Auto Bild Group, modern tyres with a period look act like a form of live-cell therapy for classic vehicles. “Thanks to modern technology, they improve driving dynamics and at the same time increase safety reserves.” But some tyre models fulfil this remit better than others.
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GRI expands agri, construction ranges
An expansion of the GRI product portfolio sees 11 new SKUs join its agricultural and construction tyre segments. The Sri Lanka-based specialty tyre manufacturer refers to these new additions as part of a “strategic move” that underscores “GRI’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its customers worldwide” as well as its “dedication to innovation and excellence in tyre manufacturing.”
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New sizes join Avon WX7 winter range
Avon has expanded its WX7 winter tyre range with the addition of 12 SKUs for 17- to 19-inch rim diameters. The new dimensions grow the range to a total of 29 sizes to give increased access to a “broad spectrum of cars.”
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Yokohama Rubber boosting motorsport tyre capacity at Mishima plant
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. plans to expand production capacity for motorsport tyres at its Mishima facility in Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture. Yokohama Rubber will invest about ¥3.8 billion (£19.4 million) in a new line that will produce 18-inch and larger motorsports tyres, expanding the plant’s capacity for motorsports tyres by 35 per cent.
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Apollo EnduTrax tyres for Astra off-road trucks
Astra, the Iveco Group’s construction and mining equipment division, has chosen Apollo Tyres’ EnduTrax as the original equipment tyre for its heavy-duty off-road truck range. This selection, effective from April 2024, is the second partnership between Apollo Tyres and the Iveco Group.
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Formula One installs induction heat across 132 sites nationwide
Formula One Autocentres has invested in induction heating across their network to remove flame from their workshops. Formula One has reportedly seen the benefits of induction heating and made a significant investment by installing GYS Powerduction 39LG units in all 132 sites nationwide.
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Davanti ready for TyreXpo, TTC appearances
TyreXpo Asia, which takes place in Bangkok next week, provides Davanti Tyres with its first opportunity in 2024 to meet with new and future customers at a trade fair. But for those unable to travel all the way to Thailand, Davanti’s next show presence will be a little closer to home. Davanti Tyres has announced it will exhibit at The Tire Cologne in Germany this June.
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Matching off-highway tyres with the right wheel
Matias Salonen, product manager at Nokian Tyres, sheds light on a critical aspect often overlooked in heavy-duty machinery: the importance of selecting the appropriate wheel to complement your off-highway tyre. While it may seem like a straightforward task, Salonen emphasises that not every wheel fits a particular tyre, and understanding why the choice of heavy-duty wheels matters is paramount for ensuring optimal performance of the complete wheel assembly.
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White Paper throws spotlight on CV tyres
Continental has published a White Paper exploring the basic structure, technical background and overall landscape of the commercial vehicle tyre market. Published in full colour and available as a digital download, the 40-page White Paper “offers extensive information on the fundamentals of tyre design, tyre development and tyre production.”
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Ferrari Enzo receives Pirelli Collezione tyres
Pirelli says it is continuing its 70-year relationship with Ferrari and the “shared goal of keeping timeless classics on the road with safety and efficiency” with the launch of Pirelli P Zero Corsa System tyres dedicated to the Ferrari Enzo. These tyres for the 2002-launched Enzo come in size 245/35 R19 for the front wheels and 345/35 R19 size for the rear. Like all tyres in the Collezione range, these products have an identical appearance to the original but are made with modern materials and technologies.
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Prometeon-branded tyres launched in Egypt
Prometeon Tyre Group has unveiled its first Prometeon-branded tyres – the Serie 02 – at a special ceremony in the shadow of the Giza pyramids in Egypt. According to the company, an intensive R&D programme saw 6,000-plus tyres tested and more than 200 million kilometres covering all climatic and road conditions. The Prometeon-branded Serie 02 tyres will initially be produced at the company’s Alexandria plant and made available to markets in Egypt, other Middle East nations and Africa. The new tyres will be distributed in Europe, including the UK, by the end of 2024.
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Supertracker mobile laser wheel alignment
Straightset is now offering Supertracker laser wheel aligner for mobile wheel alignment. Featuring specialist bracketry, the STR1 green laser wheel aligner can now be secured inside vans.
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UK new LCV sales up 5.4% in April, marking 16th consecutive month of growth
UK demand for new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) rose by 5.4 per cent in April as more businesses invested in the latest models, according to new figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 23,889 new vans, 4x4s and pickups were registered, the highest total for the month since 2021, as fleets invested in vehicles to support local trades, doorstep services and other increasingly vital parts of the logistics sector.
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New car market growth continues despite declining private demand
UK new car registrations grew for the 21st consecutive month in April, rising by a modest 1.0 per cent to reach 134,274 units, according to the latest data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). As a result, this was the market’s best April since 2021, although uptake was still -16.6 per cent below the pre-pandemic level in what is traditionally a low volume month following the March plate change.
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