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Vipal releases improves DV-RT4 tread
Brazilian retreading specialist Vipal Rubber has introduced a new version of its DV-RT4 line, and states that the pre-cured tread includes improvements stemming from the company’s ongoing efforts towards greater efficiency and profitability for end users. As a result of the changes made to the DV-RT4 tread, it is now also recommended for regional use as well as highway transport.
Continue Reading![New additions to Alliance row crop tyre ranges](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/AGRIFLEX_363_fitted-sml.jpg)
New additions to Alliance row crop tyre ranges
Further sizes have joined the Alliance range of row crop tyres, thereby increasing the brand’s offer for heavy duty and high speed self-propelled sprayers and tractors. A size VF 480/95R50 fitment has been added to the Alliance 354 AgriFlex+ line, while the 363 AgriFlex gains four new sizes, VF 270/95R48, VF 230/95R48, VF 270/95R54 and VF 380/90R46.
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AutoZum debut for Vredestein Comtrac 2
Austrian car workshop and automotive product fair AutoZum is the venue for the world premiere of the latest Vredestein tyre for the van and light truck market. Visitors to the show, which began yesterday and runs until Saturday 21 January, can view the Vredestein Comtrac 2 All Season tyre at the Apollo Vredestein stand (0702) in Hall 10.
Continue Reading![Goodyear EfficientGrip Cargo tops three-tyre mileage test](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/EfficientGrip-Cargo-sml.jpg)
Goodyear EfficientGrip Cargo tops three-tyre mileage test
Testing carried out by independent inspection company DEKRA at the request of Goodyear Dunlop suggests that the Goodyear EfficientGrip Cargo light commercial vehicle tyre can achieve an average additional mileage of 13,344 miles (21,475 kilometres).
Continue Reading![LAMMA debut for New Michelin, Kleber agri tyres](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/AxioBib2.jpg)
LAMMA debut for New Michelin, Kleber agri tyres
The LAMMA show got under way today at the East of England Showground in Peterborough, and Michelin is using the occasion to host an exclusive UK preview of its all-new AxioBib 2 tyre range, allowing farmers and contractors to view the new agricultural tyre ahead of the planned international launch in June 2017. The new Kleber Cropker is also on display – both tyres can be viewed on stand G33.
Continue Reading![Nokian CT tyre range extended to five sizes](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/NHT_Nokian_CT.jpg)
Nokian CT tyre range extended to five sizes
Four new sizes have joined the Nokian Heavy Tyres’ CT trailer tyre line-up, complementing the 650/55R26.5 CT tyre introduced at the Agritechnica exhibition three years ago. The new sizes –560/60R22.5, 600/50R22.5, 600/55R26.5 and 600/60R30.5 – are available as of this month.
Continue Reading![Evashred celebrates EV45E’s first decade](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/EV45E.jpg)
Evashred celebrates EV45E’s first decade
Over 10 years ago Evashred sold its first EV45E, a secure and high throughput paper shredding system, at the Recycling and Waste Management Show held at the NEC in September 2006. That EV45E was used successfully for its new owner until that new owner attracted the interest of a larger business.
Continue Reading![TechMan outlines benefits of paperless workshops](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/techview-two-devices.png)
TechMan outlines benefits of paperless workshops
Garage workshop management system TechMan says there’s been a rapid shift towards paperless working through 2016, facilitated by TechView, the customisable electronic vehicle health check (EVHC) companion. TechView enables garages to take traditional paper information, like health check sheets or servicing schedules, and convert them into digital data to share on any internet-enabled device.
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Second Sealey tool van for GSF Car Parts
GSF Car Parts has added a second Sealey tool van after enjoying great success with the first one, launched to trial the concept around 12 months ago. The new long wheel base Citroen Relay is again co-branded with ‘Garage Essentials’ and Sealey livery. This time, a closer look reveals the logos of The Parts Alliance and the other member businesses too.
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Avon Spirit ST sneak preview at Motorcycle Trade Expo
The official launch of Avons new Spirit ST sport-touring tyre is planned for late spring, but the bike industry is getting a first look at the brand-new design this week. The Melksham-based manufacturer has early production tyres on show on the Direct Distribution and Bradbury Bros stands at the Motorcycle Trade Expo, which began on 15 January and runs until today.
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Sava releases Cargo 4 HL trailer tyre
A new, higher load capacity HGV trailer tyre has joined the Sava portfolio. The new size 385/65R22.5 Sava Cargo 4 HL has a 5,000 kilogramme load capacity that allows for 10 tonne axle loads. The tyre has a load rating of 164K/158L and comes with a EU tyre label rating of ‘C’ for wet grip, ‘B’ for fuel efficiency and, at 69 dB, a single soundwave. The retreadable and regroovable Cargo 4 HL is M+S marked and features a tread with six wide ribs and zigzag pattern grooves.
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AlloyGator launches Save My Alloys competition
To coincide with this year’s National Pothole Day (today - Monday 16 January), AlloyGator is launching a special competition to save drivers from having to put up with unsightly scuffed and scratched alloy wheels on their prized motors, often caused by potholes and kerbs.
Continue Reading‘Brakes for Life’ offer from Servicesure Autocentres
Servicesure Autocentres, The Parts Alliance garage programme, is rolling out its latest new initiative ‘Brakesure’ to offer motorists lifetime replacement on brake pads. Servicesure, which announced its network had reached 400 sites during November, has already started preparing its national network, ahead of the consumer launch of Brakesure in the first quarter of 2017.
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ATG’s Constellation truck tyre brand not coming to Europe, for now
Shortly after its acquisition by Yogesh Mahansaria and private equity company Warburg Pincus in 2007, the Alliance Tire Group (ATG) exited the car and truck tyre market and began building up a strong reputation as an off-road tyre specialist. A decade later and the company is revisiting one of these former businesses; this year, the Yokohama Rubber subsidiary is releasing a new brand of truck tyre. ATG is currently restricting availability of its new Constellation range to the US market, however it hasn’t ruled out introducing it into other regions at a later date.
Continue ReadingMRF Motorsport Europe profile continues to rise
A year after leading Indian tyre manufacturer MRF Tyres launched its MRF Motorsport business at the Autosport Show in Birmingham this time last year, progress is said to be going well. The latest addition to the European motorsport division’s portfolio is the Honda Civic Cup.
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