2016 Ford Focus RS fitted with Michelin tyres
Ford’s new Focus RS models will be equipped with Michelin Pilot Super Sport and Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres, depending on customer requirements. Unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show in September 2015, the new Ford Focus RS will be fitted with Michelin’s flagship Pilot Super Sport road tyres in 235/35 ZR19 front and rear and Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres are available as an option in the same size.
Continue ReadingTriumph Bonneville models to ride on Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp
In 1977, Pirelli first launched its first Phantom motorcycle tyre. Subsequent redesigns using the latest technologies have ensured the Phantom name survives to this day, and now the Phantom Sportscomp is being paired up with another classic that began life in another era – the Triumph Bonneville. The latest-generation Phantom Sportscomp has been selected as an original equipment for the Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black and Street Twin.
Continue ReadingACEA: European car sales up 9.3% in 2015
ACEA European passenger car registrations figures show the market grew 9.3 per cent year-on-year to 13.71 million units in 2015, helped by a 16.6 per cent year-on-year jump in December. Future growth is not expected to continue at this rate because the market situation is said to be “still evolving”, “risky” and “volatile”. As a result analysts predict 2.5 per cent year-on-year growth during the next month.
Continue ReadingLaunch UK offers 2-year warranty on certain diagnostic tool
Launch UK is offering a 24 month warranty on key diagnostic products. The warranty covers products including: Launch CRP123 CReader Professional; Launch CRP129 CReader Professional; Launch CRP229 CReader professional; Launch X431 Euro Pad; Launch X431 Euro Pad II; Launch X431 Pro; and Launch X431 Pro II.
Continue ReadingGinetta G57 debuts at Autosport International
The covers finally came off the highly anticipated Ginetta G57 on 14 January, as the brand new prototype race car made its public debut at Autosport International, and the 580bhp prototype caused quite a stir.
Continue ReadingArisun and Westlake tyres gain SmartWay accreditation
Three Arisun and Westlake brand tyres, which are manufactured by Zhongce Rubber Group Co., Ltd. (ZC Rubber) in China, recently achieved Smartway fuel efficiency accreditation from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Westlake AT566 long haul tyre, Arisun AT570 long haul tyre, Arisun AD778 regional driver tyre all qualified of the low rolling resistance standard.
Continue Reading91% market coverage with Dunlop’s latest RoadSmart tyre
Dunlop Motorcycle Europe has announced the size range for its new RoadSmart III sport touring tyre, which goes on sale this month. The range includes 18 tyre specifications, covering 16 sizes, giving a 91 per cent market coverage – a first for Dunlop in this growing sector.
Continue ReadingYokohama previewing Chelsea FC tyre at Autosport International
Visitors to the Autosport International show today are being given the opportunity to see the Chelsea FC Edition tyre from Yokohama. The Japanese tyre maker’s UK distributor is previewing the special edition BluEarth-A AE50 tyre at its show stand prior to its UK market launch, which will take place in the coming weeks.
Continue ReadingPirelli tyres OE on Tesla Model X
Tesla Motors has selected the Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico as an original equipment tyre for its new SUV, the Model X. The M+S marked tyre will be supplied to Tesla in size 265/35ZR22 102W for the front wheels and size 285/35ZR22 106W for the rear.
Continue ReadingNokian Tyres extending use of aramid in tyre sidewalls
Finland’s Nokian Tyres reports it is increasing the use of its Aramid Sidewall Technology in Nokian SUV tyres. From the beginning of this year, nearly all such products – including ranges already on the market – will feature sidewalls containing aramid fibres.
Continue ReadingUniroyal truck tyres launch in USA
While the Uniroyal tyre brand is owned by Continental in Europe, in North America the name belongs to the Michelin fold and has been present in the consumer market there for more than 50 years. The existing North American market Uniroyal portfolio of passenger car, SUV and light commercial vehicle tyres is now being joined for the first time by a heavy commercial vehicle tyre range; six new truck tyres have been launched in the US market.
Continue ReadingHeidenau launching new scooter tyre range
In addition to announcing new sizes for its existing lines, cross-ply motorcycle tyre specialist Reifenwerk Heidenau says it is introducing a completely new scooter tyre. The K80 SR will come to market in March in the tubeless sizes 3.50-10 59P, 90/90-10 50M, 100/90-10 61M, 100/90-12 64M, 120/70-12 58S, 130/70-12 62P and 120/80-12 65M, with a summer launch planned for further sizes, such as 90/90-12.
Continue ReadingDunlop showcasing new products at top UK motorcycle events
Dunlop has confirmed its participation in several important motorcycle events this year. For 2016, the brand will be on display at MCN London Show, ThundersportGB (Brands Hatch and Cadwell Park), North West 200, Isle of Man TT, Moto GP, Motorcycle Live, MXGP, Western Beach Race and the Dirt Bike Show.
Continue ReadingNew Michelin all-season tyre for North America
The latest addition to the Michelin Pilot range in North America was introduced yesterday at the NAIAS show in Detroit. The new Pilot Sport All-Season 3+ is an evolution of the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 and is said to transfer “the best of high-performance racing technology into a street tyre made for the roads and highways of North America.”
Continue ReadingJanuary launch for Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Michelin gives word that its fourth-generation Pilot Sport is being released in Europe as of this month. The initial launch range includes 17 tyres for 17 and 18-inch rims, with 19-inch fitments being introduced later this year and in 2017.
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