Brembo reports 12% EBIT growth
Leading Italian brake maker Brembo reports that its revenues increased 10.1 per cent to 1,262.4 million euros in the first half of 2017. During the same period pre-tax profits (EBITDA) grew 12.8 per cent to 255.5 million euros. EBITDA margin was over 20 per cent.
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Hella Hengst cabin filters offer ‘additional profit opportunity’
Regular replacement of the cabin filter is crucial for effective operation, and as traffic on roads worldwide has increased, so has its impact on air quality. These roadside pollutants can reach a car’s driver and passengers through its ventilation or air conditioning ducts. Prolonged exposure to high pollution whilst driving is not only unpleasant; it can have a serious effect on the health of the vehicle’s occupants. Microorganisms accumulate inside the car, potentially multiplying to much higher concentrations than normal. Such a high level of bacteria inside the vehicle can lead to a range of health problems, including more serious issues like asthma and allergic reactions.
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Revive to exhibit at Autosport International 2018
Revive has announced its intention to exhibit at Autosport International 2018, Europe’s largest pre-season motorsport event.
Continue ReadingEurope will overtake the US in the electric and hybrid cars market, says MarketLine
The hybrid and electric cars market has seen strong growth globally as countries work to meet ambitious CO2 targets, rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6 per cent. Scandinavian countries such as Sweden will enjoy exceptional growth forecast growth of 27.9 per cent between 2016 and 2021, according to research firm MarketLine.
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From great to woeful – evo tests 9 performance tyres
In the preamble to its 2017 tyre test, Evo magazine observes that “all tyres are black and round and keep your alloys off the ground, but all tyres are not created equal.” Well said, and true. To help its readers find the rubber that best suits their budgets and requirements, evo has tested nine tyre brands in the popular 225/40 R18 size. The results can be found in the current issue (evo #238), and they’re good news for Michelin.
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Petrol and diesel car sales to be banned in the UK from 2040
Today the government launched its “UK plan for tackling roadside nitrogen dioxide concentrations”. And with it came the decision to ban the sale of both new petrol and new diesel cars from 2040. However, electric cars sales currently represent less than 1 per cent of new registrations. Therefore a lot has to happen between now and 2040 for this new rule to become reality. What is clear is that there is now real legislative momentum in favour of electric vehicles in the UK and that this will have an inevitable impact on OE suppliers and in turn the UK replacement tyre market.
Continue ReadingCarlstar opens new distribution centre in Western Canada
Carlstar has announced the opening of a new Canadian distribution facility located in Edmonton, Alberta. The 60,000 square-foot facility offers full distribution capabilities, including assemblies in all sizes, the tyremaker said.
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Pirelli launches new generation Cinturato P7 Blue
Pirelli’s Cinturato P7 Blue range has been extended to include ‘AA’ European tyre label ratings on all new sizes. When originally launched in 2012, the Cinturato P7 Blue was the first tyre in the world to claim a maximum score on the European tyre label for energy efficiency and safety (in certain sizes). The latest Cinturato P7 Blue extends this standard to the new sizes added to the range, meaning it now boasts a maximum European tyre label score on nearly all the sizes in the entire range.
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Bridgestone Bandag introduces new trailer tyre treads
Bandag has brought a trio of new pre-cure treads to market. The first of these is the M-Trailer 001, and in a statement the Bridgestone subsidiary reports this tread was developed with on-/off-road conditions in mind. “Combining robust performance with a high resistance to cuts, chips and punctures, this advanced retread is ideal for use […]
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Chip off the old block: latest Pirelli Cinturato P7 Blue extends tyre label mastery
A new generation of the tyre Pirelli calls its “ambassador for sustainability” has been introduced, and like its predecessor it is a tyre of superlatives. This latest Cinturato P7 Blue takes over from a range that, when launched in 2012, was hailed as the first tyre to score a ‘AA’ European tyre label rating for wet grip and fuel efficiency in certain sizes. In its 2017 incarnation, Pirelli credits the Cinturato P7 Blue as being the tyre with the “greatest number” of ‘AA’ rated sizes in the world.”
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Goodyear SealTech tyres approved for the VW Arteon
A further original equipment homologation for the VW Arteon has been announced. Size 225/55R17 97W and 245/45R18 96W versions of the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 featuring the company’s extended mobility SealTech technology have been approved for OE fitment on the new five-door fastback.
Continue ReadingZC Rubber supplies OE tyres to Linde (China)
ZC Rubber has established an OE supply relationship with Linde (China) Forklift Truck Corp., Ltd. supplying “premium OTR tyres for the forklifts in Linde”. Linde (China), established in 1993, is the Asian R&D, manufacturing, sales and service base of Linde Material Handling, which is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of industrial forklift trucks, headquartered in Aschaffenburg, Germany.
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Scottish AlloyGator distributor appointed
SGDetailing in Livingston has been appointed as the sole AlloyGator distributor in Scotland with the aim to build a close personal working relationship with Scottish fitters. As a result of the announcement, all existing Scottish trade accounts will now be able to order AlloyGator’s wheel protection system directly through AlloyGator Scotland. Stevie Galloway, owner of SGDetailing and AlloyGator Scotland, said: “I’ve been an approved AlloyGator trainer and fitter for two years so I see first-hand the benefits to motorists of having AlloyGators fitted to their vehicles.
Continue ReadingEATD on course with goals for Tianli agri tyre range
Starting small, European Agriculture Tyre Distributors B.V. aims to build up sales of the Tianli agricultural tyre range in Europe. The Netherlands-based wholesaler has set itself a target to sell 20,000 of these tyres this year, and reports being almost half way there by the end of June.
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Bridgestone Battlecross X30 OE on Suzuki RM-7450
Suzuki has a new flagship product for the motocross category. The Japanese manufacturer unveiled the fifth-generation RM-Z450 late last month, and Bridgestone reports the selection of one of its off-highway motorcycle tyre lines as an original equipment fitment. The RM-Z450 will wear the Bridgestone Battlecross X30 in size 80/100-21 51M at the front and 110/90-19 62M on the rear.
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