PSI invests in aerodynamic technology
Pressure Systems International (PSI), a market leader in automatic tyre inflation systems for commercial vehicles, has invested in a new aerodynamic technology and entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Plasma Stream Technologies.
Continue ReadingTruckforce buys 57 Mercedes-Benz Sprinters
Truckforce, Goodyear Dunlop’s dedicated truck tyre mobile service and breakdown division, has replaced the first Mercedes-Benz Sprinters it bought five years ago with 57 new models. The operator began using Mercedes-Benz vehicles in 2011. It has since invested in a further 60 Sprinters and, with the arrivals of its latest, now runs a fleet of 165.
Continue Reading3D printing firm using recycled tyre materials
San Francisco-based 3D printing and consulting company Emerging Objects is using waste tyres as a source material. According to local news reports, the firm says the same characteristics that make waste tyres problematic (namely, their cheap availability, bulk and resilience) make them attractive.
Continue ReadingFulda Ecotonn 2 now available in size 435/50 R 19.5
The Fulda Ecotonn 2 truck trailer tyre range has been extended with the introduction of a size 435/50 R 19.5 fitment. The new low-profile size is aimed at mega trailer operators wishing to utilise a load capacity of up to 100 cubic metres without exceeding legal vehicle height limits.
Continue ReadingKumho Smasher, Sealant tyres win IDEA awards
Kumho’s Smasher and Sealant tyres have been honoured with 2016 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA). The company said that the US awards, which complete a trio of the world’s top three design accolades, alongside Germany’s Red Dot and iF International Forum Design, mean that its design and technological capabilities have now been recognised by the industry as a whole.
Continue ReadingNew addition to VDO aftermarket TPMS portfolio
The range of multi-brand VDO tyre pressure monitoring sensors has been expanded with the introduction of a fifth REDI-Sensor; this newest product is suited to installation in new Hyundai, Ford, BMW and Mercedes-Benz models.
Continue ReadingNew Minerva, Superia products join Deldo portfolio
Antwerp-based wholesaler Deldo is introducing new cold weather patterns into its Minerva and Superia private brand ranges. Both ranges benefit, shares Deldo, from a “strong price improvement” that has led to pre-order volumes reaching unprecedented levels over the last couple of years and helped the company to gain market share and increase its private brand partners’ sell-in. “More importantly, it helps our partners gain market share as they will also enjoy a better market position,” adds Deldo.
Continue ReadingTyrepal highlights system’s CSR potential
The heavy fleet and industrial vehicle markets are two sectors in which questions of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and environmental impact are particularly important. Despite this, it is rare for fleet managers to consider purchasing additional technologies that would improve both, such as tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). Here Peter Tillotson, business development manager of TyrePal, explains why fleet managers should consider TPMS alongside more conventional energy saving methods.
Continue ReadingTrelleborg Agricultural Tyre of the Year 2016 award in Spain
Trelleborg has won the “Neumático del Año Agrícola 2016” or Agricultural Tyre of the Year award in Spain. On 26 July Trelleborg received the award for its new TM1060 range. Organised by NMR magazine - Neumáticos y Mecánica Rápida - the award recognises outstanding contributions to the agricultural industry in terms of innovation, performance and respect for the environment.
Continue ReadingAll-season tyres added to Pirelli Carrier family
When Pirelli introduced its Carrier van tyre range two years ago, the company stated an aim of making Carrier the “European leader in the tyre replacement market for light commercial vehicles.” the initial summer tyre line was joined by a selection of winter products in the run-up to the 2014/15 season, and now demand in a fast-growing market segment will be satisfied with the introduction of the Pirelli Carrier All Season.
Continue ReadingBrembo reports 1H sales of 1.1468 billion, EBIT up 42%
Leading Italian brake manufacturer, Brembo has reported revenues of 1,146.8 million euros, up 10 per cent compared with the first half of 2015 (+12.2 per cent on a like-for-like exchange rate basis). During the same period, pre-tax profits (EBIT) grew +42.9 per cent to 173.3 million euros.
Continue ReadingKorean dash cam market leader launches F50 model in UK
Thinkware has announced the launch of its latest dashboard camera (or “dash cam”), the F50, which is now available to purchase in the UK. The F50 is equipped with an Ambarella chipset and Sony Exmor CMOS image sensor that records detailed full HD 1080p video at 30 frames per second, a 130-degree viewing angle and a built in Active Impact monitoring system. The Thinkware F50 dash cam certainly fits a lot of features into its small and elegant design.
Continue ReadingDunlop offers winter performance to SUV drivers
According to market research conducted for Dunlop in Europe, grip and handling are the characteristics of greatest interest to motorists when buying winter tyres. These are the qualities the tyre maker addressed with its 2015-released Winter Sport 5 range, and now it has extended availability into the rapidly-growing 4x4/SUV segment with the launch of the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV.
Continue ReadingDelphi releases Friction, Discs and Drums catalogue
Delphi has released its latest catalogue, containing information on more than 4,200 part numbers. The 2016/2017 Friction, Discs and Drums catalogue covers over 95 per cent of the EMEA car parc for braking and includes 360 new part numbers. In addition to these new part numbers, numerous new applications for existing part numbers have been added.
Continue ReadingNew sky blue alloy wheel protector from AlloyGator
The latest addition to the AlloyGator range is a new sky blue alloy wheel protector, which is said to allow drivers to stylise their vehicle to their personal taste.
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