![Hella ‘re-energises’ its battery range](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/HELLA-Battery-Range.jpg)
Hella ‘re-energises’ its battery range
Hella has recently reviewed, updated and expanded its battery range across the passenger car, light commercial vehicles (LCV), heavy duty and agricultural segments. The re-energised battery range consists of four models: Classic, Premium, Supreme and AGM.
Continue Reading![Continental introducing 4 new motorcycle tyres](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/road-attack.png)
Continental introducing 4 new motorcycle tyres
A quartet of new Continental motorcycle tyres were presented at the EICMA show in Italy earlier this month, and the range’s UK distributor states that most products within these ranges should be available by the end of Q1 2017.
Continue Reading![Tyre sell-out up 4% overall, value tyre sales growth outpaces premium 4:1](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Tyres-and-accessories-October-2016.jpg)
Tyre sell-out up 4% overall, value tyre sales growth outpaces premium 4:1
No review of 2016 would be complete without a look at some market data. During the course of researching this feature Tyres & Accessories asked market research specialists GfK to share some key insights into what has been happening in the UK tyre retail market during the last year or so. GfK’s data is contained in the infographic below and discussed here by us. Clearly 2016 hadn’t come to an end at that point, so the data reflects GfK’s Point of Sales Tracking information comparing November 2014 to October 2015 with November 2015 to October 2016.
Continue Reading![Gripen Wheels continues warehouse expansion](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/sweden-warehouse-inside.jpg)
Gripen Wheels continues warehouse expansion
Gripen Wheels recently invested heavily in new warehousing, modern logistics, and a major new IT system for all the Gripen companies. These new investments link together all Gripen companies throughout Europe, making the firm capable of stocking over 10,000 Earthmover tyres at any one time.
Continue ReadingOESAA explains OE difference at Mechanex
The informative Original Equipment Suppliers Aftermarket Association (OESAA) stand at this year’s Mechanex Sandown show proved a real talking point amongst attendees, providing an opportunity to examine ‘like for like’ parts for themselves. The busy stand, staffed by representatives from a wide range of OESAA member companies, featured comparable components from OE and non-OE suppliers to highlight the dramatic differences in quality that can exist between the two, as well as the detrimental impact that fitting sub-standard parts can potentially have on a garage’s reputation.
Continue Reading![Pirelli Scorpion Trail II (K) for Pirelli adventure models](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/pirelli-scorpion-trailii_detail_2500-sml.jpg)
Pirelli Scorpion Trail II (K) for Pirelli adventure models
Pirelli reports that the K-spec version of its Scorpion trail II has been optimised for several models of KTM motorcycle. The tyre is now available for models of the KTM 1190 Adventure built from 2013 onwards and 2015 and 2016 models of the KTM 1290 Super. The TL Scorpion Trail II (K) is available in size the front wheel size 120/70 ZR 19 M/C 60W and rear 170/60 ZR 17 M/C 72W size.
Continue ReadingMarangoni presents waste collection, disposal portfolios at Ecomondo
Earlier this month, the green technologies expo Ecomondo took place in Rimini, Italy, and the Marangoni Group was once again present as an exhibitor.
Continue Reading![Trelleborg inflation system gains SIMA award](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Trelleborg-VIP-2.jpg)
Trelleborg inflation system gains SIMA award
The ‘2 in 1’ tyre from Michelin wasn’t the only tyre innovation honoured at yesterday’s 2017 SIMA Innovation Awards. Trelleborg Wheel Systems also walked away with a gold medal for its soon to be released Variable Inflation Pressure, or VIPTM, system.
Continue Reading![SIMA award for Michelin ‘2 in 1’ tyre](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/michelin-sima-2in1.jpg)
SIMA award for Michelin ‘2 in 1’ tyre
A shape-shifting tyre that protects soil while accommodating on-road use is Michelin’s answer to the growing size of agricultural machinery, and this new solution – the ‘2 in 1’ tyre – has landed a SIMA Innovation Award ahead of its launch under the Evobib brand name next year.
Continue Reading![Kobe Steel Librota-GS tyre uniformity machine](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Librota-GS-s.jpg)
Kobe Steel Librota-GS tyre uniformity machine
Kobe Steel, Ltd. has launched a new tyre testing machine, a tyre uniformity machine called the Librota-GS. According to the company, the new model has the world’s fastest cycle time of 18 seconds per tyre and the world’s highest repeated measurement accuracy. Kobe Steel is regarded as a top manufacturer in the field of uniformity machines, with an estimated 30 per cent global market share. Kobe Steel plans to supply the new model to tyre makers in North America, Europe and regions throughout the world, aiming to capture further share of the market.
Continue Reading![Valeo’s autonomous vehicle clocks up a world first](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Valeo-Cruise4u.jpg)
Valeo’s autonomous vehicle clocks up a world first
Valeo’s Cruise4U autonomous vehicle recently completed 24 hours on the Paris Beltway, logging a total of 766 km – the equivalent of driving around Paris more than 20 times. Nearly 99 per cent of the distance and time was com-leted in autonomous mode, not counting breaks and changeovers.
Continue ReadingHoosier launches gravel rally tyre
Hoosier has launched a new line of gravel rally tyres. According to the company, the tyres were in development for two years and were tested and raced at stages in the US, UK and South Africa. Indeed, they have already earned approval from the Motor Sport Association of the UK, according to Hoosier.
Continue Reading![Cambrian Tyres importing Anlas Tyres for bikes, scooters](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Capra-R.png)
Cambrian Tyres importing Anlas Tyres for bikes, scooters
Starting in November 2016, Cambrian Tyres have begun distribution in the UK of Turkish two-wheel specialist tyre brand, Anlas. Already familiar to many in Europe with a history stretching back 40 years, Anlas manufactures a wide range of tyres from its factory in Duzce, between Istanbul and Ankara. The current Anlas range includes tyre applications for commuters and urban motorcycles; lightweight bikes; classic machines; large adventure motorcycles; and scooters and mopeds. Cambrian says the Anlas range offers riders excellent quality and value for money from a well-established European brand.
Continue ReadingAutomechanika Birmingham visitor registration goes live in January
Automechanika Birmingham 2017 is opening visitor registration online at www.automechanika-birmingham.com from January 2017. The event is set to host 750 exhibitors at the NEC, from 6 to 8 June 2017.
Continue Reading![Goodyear’s Eagle-360 a Time magazine Best Invention](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/WEB-GY-Eagle360.jpg)
Goodyear’s Eagle-360 a Time magazine Best Invention
Goodyear’s Eagle-360 concept tyre has been named one of Time magazine’s “Best Inventions of the Year 2016.”
Continue Reading