Hankook comments on positive tyre test results
The results of a number of comparative tyre tests have been published in various magazines during the last month or so, including in several Auto Bild titles. Hankook Tire has commented on the victory of its Ventus Prime³ in Auto Bild’s annual test of 50 size 205/55R16V summer tyres, and on the second place attained by the Hankook Ventus S1 evo² in the 20-inch (255/35R20 front and 295/30R20 rear) tyre test published in Auto Bild Sportscars.
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Red Dot Award for Conti Hybrid HT3 trailer tyre
The Conti Hybrid HT3 trailer tyre has landed a “Red Dot: Best of the Best” design award. The award, given in the product design category, pertains to the size 445/45 R 19.5 and 435/50 R 19.5 fitments; Continental says the Red Dot jury awarded the Conti Hybrid HT3 for its “incomparable design quality and groundbreaking construction.”
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Around the world in 80 days on Dunlop Roadsmart III tyres
‘STORM Pulse’ is the world’s first long-distance electric motorcycle, with a range of 380 kilometres. The radical motorcycle has been developed by the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) student team who will be riding this motorcycle around the world in 80 days in 2016. For this challenge, the team have chosen Dunlop’s latest Sport Touring tyre – the RoadSmart III.
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New Hankook all-season tyre coming to CV Show
This year the Birmingham-based Commercial Vehicle Show takes place from 26 to 28 April, and Hankook Tyre UK has provided details of the products it will present at its stand (5C60) at the NEC.
Continue ReadingGiti calls for industry-wide test standardisation
Giti reports it has completed an independent test with Dekra to evaluate the wet braking performance of its GT Radial SportActive tyre against several leading products as used in the original Autozeitung article. The firm also called for all “manufacturers, key associations and informed publications” to standardise testing in order to avoid grey areas.
Continue ReadingKRT to distribute Maxam Agrixtra range
Maxam Tire International Limited (Maxam) has confirmed that Kings Road Tyres (KRT) will be its UK and Ireland distributor for Maxam agricultural, industrial and construction tyres. Based in West London, and with several distribution centres throughout the UK and a specific facility serving Ireland, KRT have established a successful partnership with Maxam over recent years. Adrian Bader, managing director, KRT, commented: “We are delighted and very enthused to refocus our partnership with MAXAM, particularly with the very exciting development and introduction of their Agrixtra agricultural tyre range. This additional to our brand portfolio in this vibrant replacement market is perceived at KRT as a great enhancement for our dealer network.”
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Semperit Runner D2 wins Red Dot Design Award for Outstanding Construction
The Red Dot Design Award has been presented to the Semperit Runner D2 drive tyre in size 315/80 R22.5. An international jury deemed the technical quality of the tyre, including an improved tread and compact pattern, worthy of the accolade. The Runner D2 offers high mileage and low fuel consumption, Semperit states.
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Abbey Logistics’ 730 commercial vehicles serviced through Michelin solutions’ Effitires
European liquid, bulk powder and palletised road transport specialist Abbey Logistics has signed up its 730 commercial vehicle assets to Effitires by Michelin solutions, describing the tyre management package as “a perfect fit for our operations.”
Continue ReadingCAM International makes e-jobsheet.com multilingual
CAM International is making e-jobsheet.com available in three major European languages, as the company seeks greater penetration on the continent. The digital tablet-based work exchange for truck, bus, and van tyres is going live in French, German and Spanish.
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WAI adds to starter motor range
WAI has recently added two new starter motors to its extensive product range. Covering more than seven applications, the new starter motors highlight WAI’s investment in product development and adapting its range to the benefit of its customers, which is highlighted in the recent launch of its new corporate identity, reflected in all areas of the business, including product packaging.
Continue ReadingRemanufacturing business ‘booming’ for Brake Engineering
Brake Engineering has reported an increased demand in remanufacturing, as the braking brand continues to gain success with its Original Aftermarket campaign. While remanufactured brake calipers experience higher demand at this time of year, Brake Engineering is reporting an even greater upsurge in demand for calipers than in previous years.
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Bauma debut for Magna MA03+
Magna Tyres Group will launch a new tyre for crane applications at this year’s Bauma show. The Magna MA03+ radial is available in three popular sizes, 385/95R25, 445/95R25 and 525/80R25, and is said to be optimised fuel economy and operator comfort.
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Yokohama premieres Advan Fleva V701 UHP tyre; Advan A052 road-legal tyre and Geolandar A/T G015 SUV tyre
Yokohama Rubber presented three premieres at this year’s Geneva Motor Show – with products ranging from the Advan Fleva V701 UHP tyre to the Geolander A/T G015 SUV tyre and the Advan A052 road-legal track day tyre in between. The new Advan Fleva V701 UHP is described as a “high-performance sport tyre” and represents the latest addition to Yokohama’s flagship Advan range. The new tyre will be available from July 2016 in 24 sizes. 43 sizes ranging from 195/55R15 85V to 255/30R20 92W will be available in early 2017.
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The good, the bad and the ugly – Auto Bild tests 50 tyres
In the introduction to its 2016 summer tyre test, Auto Bild comments that the range of tyres on offer has never been as large as it is today, and this abundance of choice can be overwhelming for drivers. The publication wishes to “shed light” on the current crop of tyres on the market, and thus assigned its testers the task of evaluating no less than 50 size 205/55 R16V tyres for compact cars.
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Pirelli P Zero OE on Maserati Levante
The Levante, launched at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, marks Maserati’s entry into the SUV segment. Pirelli reports on its partnership with Maserati to develop original equipment tyres specifically suited to the Levante’s performance and handling requirements; the company will supply its latest-generation P Zero tyres as standard fitments on all Levante models.
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