Tyre News in Numbers October 2024
Tyres & Accessories’ monthly News in Numbers column identifies the most important statistics of the month, giving you a quick snapshot of some major industry stories. Below, we look at the numbers, big and small, that made the news in the October 2024 magazine. Click the embedded links to read more on each article.
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Read the 2024 edition of the WhatTyre Buyers Guide online now
The WhatTyre Buyers Guide 2024 is available to read online for Tyrepress subscribers. The guide, produced by Tyre Industry Publications editors to identify the best tyres available according to tyre labelling data, tyre tests, original equipment approvals, and sustainability data, all of which are components of the WhatTyre tyrescore. It also announces our WhatTyre Tyre of the Year Award winners for 2024. You can also find our recommendations, alongside information on all tyres available in the UK, on WhatTyre.com.
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Trelleborg: Tyre demand high in changing logistics sector
Many industries are implementing measures to streamline their logistics and optimise operations, and this is driving demand for material handling tyres. Selecting the right product becomes a critical factor when tyre choice directly influences how material handling machines perform. Trelleborg Tires shares its experiences in this evolving sector.
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Get prepared for ‘battery season’ – Banner
With the battery season almost upon us, Banner’s introduction of a new guide to its comprehensive range of battery chargers, power packs, testers and accessories, couldn’t be more timely. Hot off the press from Europe’s leading manufacturer of lead-acid batteries, the 8-page, A5 format product range literature is available in both print format or viewable using a dedicated QR code.
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Tyres & Accessories Magazine October 2024 issue available to read or download
The wholesale sector and industrial tyres feature in the October 2024 issue of Tyres & Accessories, which is now available as an e-paper for Tyrepress subscribers. The issue also features the latest news from the international tyre business, including the opening of Nokian Tyres Romanian factory, new commercial vehicle tyre ranges from Michelin and Goodyear, and a report from the UKs Tyre Recovery Association annual forum day. 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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Records every year – Pirelli at the Nürburgring Nordschleife
Since 2019, Pirelli tyres have contributed to numerous lap records at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, with vehicles ranging from electric supercars to SUVs and compact hatchbacks utilising Pirelli’s high-performance tyre range to achieve record-breaking times. Across these varied categories, Pirelli’s P Zero range has been instrumental in setting competitive lap times at this iconic and demanding circuit.
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SportContact 7 for Brabus Rocket GTS
Brabus has chosen Continental tyres for a further member of its Rocket family. The new Brabus Rocket GTS, the tuner’s first supercar with a carbon-fibre shooting brake body, rides on Continental SportContact 7 tyres as original equipment. These are paired with Brabus Monoblock P Platinum Edition rims in size 275/35 ZR 21 at the front and 335/25 ZR 22 on the rear axle.
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‘Stock up on additives for the winter season’ – Cataclean
With the colder weather setting in, workshops and motor factors see a seasonal shift in demand. While antifreeze, de-icers and winter tyres may top the list of needs during this time, stocking the right additives becomes equally vital, says Cataclean. Additives play an essential role in maintaining vehicle performance and protecting critical systems during winter’s harsh conditions and lower temperatures. With this in mind, Cataclean is highlighting the importance of stocking a leading additives brand during this time of year.
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BM Catalysts adds to Euro 6 range
In response to the ever-evolving emissions standards and the increasing diversity of the vehicle parc, BM Catalysts, manufacturer of aftermarket hot end emissions products, has announced the addition of 13 new part numbers, significantly boosting its Euro 6 fitment coverage. This latest expansion includes six catalytic converters, four pipes, two diesel particular filter (DPF) references and one selective catalyst reduction (SCR) reference.
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96 years old and still going strong, thanks to BFGoodrich
Cumnock-based haulier T. French & Son has added a very special vehicle to its fleet in the shape of a steam-powered Foden named Merlin. The business traces its roots back to 1967, initially supporting Scottish farmers before moving into coal haulage, and the Foden, which is shod on 40x8 16-ply BFGoodrich Silvertown Vintage Tyres, pays homage to this and general British engineering excellence.
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Michelin USA recalls classic tyres for a second time
In the USA, Michelin North America, Inc. (Michelin) is recalling certain XVS and TRX tyres, provided as replacement tyres for a previous recall in 2022 (specifically what NTDSA refers to as recall 22T023). The problem? The DOT symbol is missing from the tyre sidewalls. Of course, the problem is one of information. Tyres within a DOT symbol “may be used in inappropriate applications, increasing the risk of a crash”, according to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Just 46 TRX and XVS tyres are affected in sizes 240/55 VR 415 94W, 240/55 VR 390 89W and 185/80R15 93V.
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Hamaton releases Q4 2024 TPMS update
The final quarterly Hamaton and ATEQ TPMS diagnostic tools update for 2024 is now out, with this latest update featuring sensor coverage updates for Hamaton Hybrid 3.5, NFC, and Lite sensors in Europe and Eurasia, and U-Pro sensors in the USA and Australia. The Q4 update also includes software updates to improve the UI display on the ATEQ VT Truck 2.0 and adjusts the BLE scan flow on the ATEQ VT67.
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A retro look with more light output – the lighting solution for classic cars
OSRAM has been in the automotive sector for more than 110 years, meaning the company has been operating throughout generations of classic cars. This gives the lighting giant a unique and helpful perspective of today’s classics.
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North America launch for ‘extreme’ Pirelli Scorpion A/T tyre
The latest addition to the Pirelli Scorpion line-up takes the range’s legacy “to the next level” by “pushing the Scorpion family to its extreme.” With these bold remarks, Pirelli has launched the Scorpion XTM, an all-terrain tyre designed to meet the demands of electric, plug-in hybrid, and combustion engine trucks and off-road vehicles. The range debuts in North America, with Pirelli not yet indicating if or when it will offer the tyre in European markets.
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ER Bike – Cemb reinvents the K22
Cemb has introduced a new balancer for motorcycle wheels, the ER Bike. The garage equipment specialist tells us that this modern evolution of its well-known K22 combines precision and reliability in one package. Designed with ergonomic features and cutting-edge technology, the ER Bike is one of the few solutions on the market for dynamic balancing of bike wheels.
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