Borbet – future technologies and new rims
In addition to presenting numerous new products at the IAA motor ship, wheel manufacturer Borbet also shared details of three new future technologies.
Continue ReadingNew Primacy 4 a “concrete demonstration” of Michelin’s 1.6mm strategy
Michelin has said a lot in recent times about when a tyre should be replaced. The French manufacturer advocates tyre use down to the legal limit of 1.6mm, provided the tyre continues to deliver the safety it should. Presenting the new Primacy 4 at the IAA, Michelin stated that this product, developed over a period of three years, provides “a high level of performance on wet roads, from the first use until worn to the legal wear indicator (1.6mm).”
Continue ReadingLand Rover Discovery SVX production preview equipped with Goodyear concept tyres
Goodyear isn’t present at the IAA, but its tyres are. One product of note at the motor show is the state-of-the-art concept tyre it designed for the new Land Rover Discovery SVX production preview.
Continue ReadingRelief from pothole damage – Michelin and Maxion Wheels unveil their flexible wheel solution
Michelin believes it has helped reinvent the wheel. At the IAA motor show in Frankfurt, Germany, the tyre maker is presenting a new solution together with Maxion Wheels, a product the two companies believe will help eliminate road-based damage to tyres and rims.
Continue ReadingDavanti sponsors Augsburger Panthers
Following on from its exclusive tyre partnership with English Premier League club Everton F.C in August, Davanti has announced that it is now sponsoring the German Augsburger Panthers ice hockey team.
Continue ReadingValeo releases new 2017/2018 edition of the Clutch PC and LCV catalogue
The new 2017/2018 edition of the Clutch catalogue dedicated to passenger cars and LCV applications for all Valeo Service aftermarket product ranges has been released. The catalogue presents the full Valeo Service offer consisting of more than 3,000 transmission products among which clutch kits, DMF, passive hydraulic actuation and spare parts. The catalogue covers clutch applications from the Volkswagen Golf I to the latest Mercedes A Class or Citroën DS3. Valeo Service offers one of the widest European car park coverage of clutch products and the range keeps increasing as Valeo Service launches more than 300 new products per year.
Continue ReadingTRICO revamps HQ display
TRICO has recently unveiled a new display area at its European HQ in Skewfields, Pontypool. With a number of new products and announcements being introduced to celebrate the company’s centenary year, TRICO has a comprehensive array of merchandisers to display its products, from deluxe mobile displays and dealer cabinets to corrugated pre-packs. They are easy to assemble, compact and offer eye-catching visuals to help attract the customers attention.
Continue ReadingNew references for Volvo car applications
Valeo Service has released 24 new references for major Volvo car applications since February 2017. Those new Lighting Systems references feature applications for the popular XC 90 models. Supporting Valeo Service ‘We Care 4 You - Trust the Specialist’ strategy, Valeo Lighting Systems is constantly enriching its scope of products and extending its portfolio to many car applications over the world.
Continue ReadingMachine Mart’s new Autumn/Winter Catalogue
Machine Mart’s has released its new catalogue, packed full of all the tools and equipment any garage or workshop may need this winter. Featuring over 500 price cuts and new products, the 500-page Autumn/Winter catalogue is a ‘must have’ for anyone seeking a huge choice at unbeatable value.
Continue ReadingZF Services UK appoints new product support engineer
ZF Services UK has appointed a new product support engineer responsible for driving forward its technical support and mentoring. Simon Ackroyd has been appointed to the role, and will oversee training for its customer base and partners in the UK. Simon has worked with the ZF family since 2002, First with Hindle group as a workshop engineer before later progressing into a technical manager role with powertrain products Ltd. Altogether, he has more than 15 years’ automotive industry experience working with ZF.
Continue ReadingBrake Engineering adds eight new calipers
Eight new brake calipers have been added to Brake Engineering’s product range this month, underlining the brand’s commitment to bringing to market products that are in demand at both garages and motor factors. The new introductions include coverage for BMW X5 and X6 (2007), as well as Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf and Golf SV, Seat Leon, and Skoda Octavia (2012).
Continue ReadingTriangle recalls 15-inch tyres in US
Triangle Tire USA is recalling 288 Triangle TR643 tyres in size ST225/75R15 due to an apparent manufacturing error. According to the NHSTA recall notice, the tyres may have a hole where the sidewall and that could result in an air leak.
Continue ReadingNynas considering India expansion
Nynas global president and CEO Gert Wendroth said the specialty oil company is looking to expand its footprint by setting up depots and adding employees in India, during a recent visit to the country.
Continue ReadingHankook updates sound absorption technology
Hankook reports that it has updated its sound absorber technology with a new foam and adhesion process that further reduce tyre weight. The next foam is said to reduce internal noise levels by as much as 5 to 7 dB(A).
Continue ReadingDunlop tyres OE on Nissan Fairlady Z Nismo
Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd reports it is supplying its Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT600 tyre for original equipment fitment on versions of the Nissan Fairlady Z Nismo sold in Japan. The Dunlop tyre is being fitted to the Nissan (which is sold as the 370Z in other markets) in size 245/40R19 98W XL (front) and 285/35R19 103W XL rear.
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