![The car that can see round corners](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Cars-see-round-corners.jpg)
The car that can see round corners
Exiting blind junctions can be a nerve-wracking experience for drivers, as they inch forward into traffic and strain to see and hear oncoming vehicles. Ford is introducing a new camera technology that can see around corners, even when drivers cannot, to help avert accidents. The innovative Front Split View Camera - available as an option on the all-new Ford Galaxy and S-MAX - displays a 180-degree view from the front of the car, using a video camera in the grille. At a blind junction or exiting a driveway, the camera enables drivers to easily spot approaching vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists.
Continue Reading![Arcom introduces new foldable pallet tyre racking system](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Arcom-ARO5MIX.jpg)
Arcom introduces new foldable pallet tyre racking system
The Polish producer of powder coated or galvanised coated tyre racks, trolleys and display stands, Arcom has unveiled its latest tyre rack. The AR05 MIX is a universal tyre rack, which can store up to 72 passenger car and 4x4 tyres, or 40 light truck tyres on bars. Fully transportable – the AR05 MIX can be folded and stored up to 20 units high including storage of bars – the AR05 MIX is stackable up to three levels high (6.6m).
Continue Reading![Crowntyre launches ‘Europe customised’ Gremax Capturar CF19](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/CF19.jpg)
Crowntyre launches ‘Europe customised’ Gremax Capturar CF19
Crowntyre’s Gremax brand has launched a new passenger car tyre designed for European markets, the Capturar CF19. Featuring low noise, increased comfort and improved control, the company is targeting drivers with “middle and high end vehicles” with the new tyre. The tyre is labelled C-B-69)) in size 225/45R18 95W XL.
Continue ReadingJaguar Land Rover technology could reduce tyre and wheel damage from potholes
Jaguar Land Rover is researching new connected car technology that will allow a vehicle to identify potholes, broken drains and manhole covers. If a car can receive a warning from another vehicle about severe potholes or broken manholes ahead, then drivers would be able to slow down and avoid the danger – or the car could adjust suspension settings to reduce the impact and smooth the ride. This could help reduce the potential for punctures, wheel and vehicle damage as well as road accidents.
Continue Reading![BMW showcases street light/vehicle charging system](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/MINI-Plant-Oxford.jpg)
BMW showcases street light/vehicle charging system
The Mini Plant at Oxford is showcasing a high-efficiency street lighting system that doubles as a charging station for electric vehicles (EVs) during the citys second Low Carbon Oxford Week. Known as Light & Charge and demonstrated for the first time in the UK, this innovative system is the outcome of a pilot project developed by the BMW Group and is a state-of-the-art LED street light that combines energy-efficient lighting with affordable EV charging.
Continue ReadingTrelleborg appoints EMG for industrial tyre PR
EMG, the leading international B2B and industrial communication specialist, has been appointed by Trelleborg industrial tyres operations, to develop and manage its media relations programme in the EMEA.
Continue ReadingKeeping FIT: Spotlight on First Industrial Tyres
Founded five years ago, First Industrial Tyres is a national mobile tyre fitting business that supplies all leading brands of industrial tyres as well as holding the exclusive distributorship for the globe star product range of resilient and press-on band range of solid industrial tyres.
Continue Reading![Marangoni Industrial Tyres launches Eltor Evo premium range](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ELTOR_EVO.jpg)
Marangoni Industrial Tyres launches Eltor Evo premium range
Marangoni Industrial Tyres recently launched a new solid tyre range called Eltor Evo. According to the company, Eltor Evo refers to the best performance development, therefore Evolution, of the already well known Eltor range. The Eltor Evo adds several important features to its predecessors: lower rolling resistance, longer life and even higher safety. These new extra features have been developed after important technical market investigations carried on through important end users and premium fork lift producers.
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KRT working with quality manufacturer partners to service industrial tyre market
As a leading wholesale supplier of specialist industrial tyres to the UK materials handling sector, Kings Road Tyres (KRT) reports that it has developed a strategy of working with high quality manufacturing partners that deliver the products and technical expertise to allow KRT to service customers effectively.
Continue Reading![BKT hails Maglift as the tyre for forklifts](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/DSC_0312_BKT-MAGLIFT_2.jpg)
BKT hails Maglift as the tyre for forklifts
The Maglift’s “superb load capacity, stability and safety” make it the ideal tyre for forklift applications, according to BKT. The well-known Indian industrial and OTR tyre manufacturer explains that it was this mix of essential features, which all constitute demands from forklift truck customers, which led to the development of the Maglift.
Continue Reading![New Mini Mobile Press does double the work in a day](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG-20141207-WA0037_resized-2.jpg)
New Mini Mobile Press does double the work in a day
Gordon Industries, which specializes in products for the automobile industry services in general, and for industrial tyres in particular, has released a new solid tyre press that the company believes is a world first. Not only is it proficient at fitting specialist solid tyres, but it also fits in the back of van. Tyres & Accessories contacted Aryeh Fried, sales and marketing manager for Gordon Industries Ltd, who has 25 years experience in the solid tyre industry, in order to find out more.
Continue Reading![ContiSportContact 5 convinces Auto Express once again in size 225/45R17 tyre test](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/auto-express.jpg)
ContiSportContact 5 convinces Auto Express once again in size 225/45R17 tyre test
The team at Auto Express recently headed to Texas to evaluate 11 European market tyres at Continental’s Uvalde proving ground. The size 225/45R17 tyres were tested against ten criteria that covered wet and dry performance, rolling resistance and comfort. The result? Continental’s ContiSportContact 5 was voted King of the Hill in the Lone Star State.
Continue Reading![Falken Ecorun an option for Honda’s new HR-V](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/falken-lr.jpg)
Falken Ecorun an option for Honda’s new HR-V
The Honda HR-V will begin appearing in showrooms across Europe this summer, and Falken Tyre Europe shares that purchasers of the compact SUV have the option of choosing Falken tyres as original equipment. Honda Access Europe has approved the size 225/45R18 91W Falken Ziex ZE914 Ecorun for fitment; this is the first partnership between Falken Tyre Europe and Honda Access Europe. Initial batches of tyres are being delivered this month.
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EDT generates £1m+ turnover for franchised dealers
Since launching in the UK in summer 2013, EDTs engine detox treatment has generated over £1.1 million in turnover for franchised dealers including Inchcape, Sandicliffe and Hendy Group.
Continue Reading![Michelin introduces YieldBib agri tyre range](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/YieldBib.jpg)
Michelin introduces YieldBib agri tyre range
Michelin has introduced its new YieldBib agricultural tyre for high horse powered tractors and other agricultural machinery. Previously available solely on the North American market, Michelin executives in Stoke-on-Trent saw an opportunity for the YieldBib range to replace standard 85 series tyres in the UK and Ireland.
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