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Bridgestone run-flat tyres approved for Alfa Guilia
The RFT (Run-Flat Technology) versions of two Bridgestone tyre models have been selected as original equipment fitments on the new Alfa Romeo Giulia. Bridgestone Europe reports that the Guilia will be available with the Potenza S001 in an all-round size 225/50 R17 94W fitment or in size 225/40 R19 89Y for the front wheels and 255/35 R19 92Y for the rear. The run-flat Turanza EL450 all-season tyre will be available in two dimensions, 225/50R17 94V and 225/45R18 91W. All tyres will be marked with the letters ‘AR’ on the sidewall to denote they are original equipment products.
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Hankook now supplying tyres to third major European truck maker
In addition to unveiling several new products, Hankook Tire’s big news from the IAA Commercial Vehicles show is its approval by Scania as an original equipment tyre supplier. As of November, Hankook Tire will supply 18 tyre dimensions to all Scania truck and bus models produced in Europe. According to Stefan Brückner, Hankook OE account manager Europe, 11 of these 22.5 inch dimensions will be for the important long haul segment, and the other seven for regional haul applications.
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AlloyGator offers gold and bronze designs
AlloyGator has introduced gold and bronze designs colour variations to its wheel protection range. The distinctive new gold and bronze options mean there are now 15 colours available.
Continue Reading![Parts Alliance distributing “Garage Essentials”, extending reach](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/garage-essentials.jpg)
Parts Alliance distributing “Garage Essentials”, extending reach
The Parts Alliance has announced that the Garage Essentials equipment brochure, originally developed by GSF Car Parts, will be made available through all members from the next issue (Autumn 2016) due out in October. Since GSF Car Parts joined The Parts Alliance, by acquisition in September 2015, Garage Essentials has continued to showcase the best of what’s available from GSF Car Parts’ branches whilst Toolchest has done a similar job for The Parts Alliance’s other members.
Continue Reading![Sherwood Farming benefits from Michelin SprayBib and YieldBib tyres](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sherwood.jpg)
Sherwood Farming benefits from Michelin SprayBib and YieldBib tyres
Nottingham’s Sherwood Farming reports that it is reaping the benefits after specifying a combination of sprayer and tractor tyres on its high-horsepower Fendt 720 Vario tractor, on the advice of its local Michelin Exelagri-accredited tyre dealership. The company, which farms 3,500 acres of land, required a narrow tyre for inter-row crop work, which would also enable the tractor to tow a fully-loaded 14-tonne trailer during harvest. After seeking the advice of Pete Sampson, commercial manager at Tanvic Tyres’ Newark centre, and that of Michelin account manager Ian Whitwell, Sherwood Farming selected Michelin 380/85 R 34 YieldBib tyres for the front axle, and 380/90 R 50 SprayBib fitments for the rear axle of the tractor.
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Continental to show dandelion rubber truck tyres, components at IAA
Natural rubber derived from dandelion roots is making its debut in truck and bus tyres and components produced by Continental. The German manufacturer will unveil a number of products that contain this raw material at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show this month, including Conti EcoPlus HD3 tyres made during the summer. These items merely offer a taste of things to come, however, as Continental states that production of Taraxagum – the name given to its dandelion rubber – will commence sometime within the next five to ten years.
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Mini Clubman to wear Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 tyres
The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 has been selected as an original equipment tyre for the Mini Clubman. The latest model Clubman will be available with the Dunlop UHP tyre in size 225/45R17 94W XL, with its original equipment approval denoted by a ‘*’ marking on the sidewall.
Continue ReadingIAA launch for Z Tyre truck range
The Z tyre programme, first launched two years ago, has now been expanded to include commercial vehicle tyres. These products will debut at the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hannover this week and are being marketed as an economical and reliable aftermarket alternative for the truck and bus market. The Z truck tyre range consists of 26 dimensions and includes regional and long-haul fitments in sizes ranging from 17.5 to 22.5 inch fitments.
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Autodata benefits from major update
Since Autodata Limited launched its new online workshop application two years ago, the automotive technical information provider has focused on further developing its features and user experience. This consistent evolution, addition of new practical modules and regular updates to features has now been complemented by a series of significant developments that, in Autodata Ltd’s words, “not only enhance the look and feel of Autodata, but also provide even more time-saving features and modules, that make it even easier for mechanics to select vehicles and to access the technical information they need.”
Continue ReadingComline Auto Parts introduces aftermarket wheel bearing kits
Comline Auto Parts has added to its range of own-brand hub assembly kits with the introduction of a wheel bearing kit line. The Luton-based company is offering Comline wheel bearing kits for two-piece Generation 0 designs through to dual-flange Generation 3 variants, with each part number delivered as a complete kit and containing all the relevant accessories that technicians need to ensure straightforward fitting. The accessories included vary depending on the respective application, but kits may contain nuts, split-pins, seals, caps, O-rings, circlips; lock-nuts, bolts, shields, spacers, paper-gaskets and washers.
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Tructyre takes on Jempson’s contract
Steve Shingleton, general manager of Strategic Sales for Tructyre, has announced that the company became sole provider to Rye based John Jempson & Son in July 2016. Jempson’s are one of the largest transport enterprises in the South East with a combined fleet of over 85 commercial vehicles and 160 trailers. Currently celebrating their 150th anniversary, they remain an independent family run business.
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Michelin claims 10% more life from XDR3 surface mining tyre
Following six years of development and testing that involved the equivalent of circling the earth more than 625 times, Michelin has introduced a successor to its XDR2 mining tyre. The new XDR3 is available from this month in size 40.00 R 57, and as of January 2017 it will be joined in the range by a 53/80 R 63 fitment.
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Prospect Coaches rolls out Michelin policy
West Midlands-based Prospect Coaches has switched its fleet to a Michelin tyre policy after receiving “above and beyond” support from the Michelin technical team. Prior to adopting the new policy, the company fitted trial sets of Michelin X MultiWay 3D regional tyres; the company switched manufacturers before performance data had been recorded as a result of the tyre manufacturer’s customer service.
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All-season tyres fail to shake compromise stigma in German test
A recent comparative test of all-season tyres from Germany suggested these products deliver less than optimal performance when driven on dry roads. The question of all-season versus dedicated seasonal fitments has once again arisen in the latest tyre test from auto motor und sport magazine. In this evaluation of four size 215/60 R17 H/V tyres – the sort of rubber often found on SUVs such as the VW Tiguan, Skoda Yeti or Vauxhall Mokka (which served as test vehicle) – only one protagonist gained the top ‘recommended’ rating.
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ZC Rubber supplies Goodride tyres for Zambian dam project
ZC Rubber has provided Goodride CM998 tyres in size 12.00 R20 to the Lower Kafue Gorge Hydraulic Power Project, one of the largest projects in Zambia, operated by China’s Sinohydro Bureau 11 Co., Ltd. The deal marks the cooperation between ZC Rubber and Sinohydro aboard.
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