Goodyear supplying tyres for Jeep’s new Renegade
Two different Goodyear tyre models are being fitted as original equipment on the new Jeep Renegade. The Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV has been approved in size 215/65R16 98H, while the Vector4Seasons is supplied in sizes 215/60R17 96V LHD and 215/60R17 96V RHD.
Continue ReadingContiTech’s Phoenix Compounding Technology to exhibit at the DKT
ContiTech specialist compounder Phoenix Compounding Technology will exhibit its latest developments and showcasing its international locations at Booth 213, Hall 12 at the Deutsche Kautschuk-Tagung 2015 (DKT; German Rubber Conference) in Nuremberg from 29 June to 2 July, 2015. The focal point of its trade showcase is compounds in various delivery forms, which all meet the current requirements of the REACH regulation. More of ContiTechs technologies will be unveiled during the lecture programme.
Continue ReadingBudget SUV tyres had ‘no chance’ in premium comparison – Continental
German tyre maker Continental has shared its view on the comparative test of ten budget SUV tyres conducted by Auto Bild Allrad magazine. The tyre maker sees the test – which used its ContiCrossContact UHP as a reference tyre – as confirmation of its product’s clear superiority. In a press release, Continental comments: “None of the tested models matched the Continental tyre, which was utilised as reference tyre, in safety-relevant performance. Once again, the Far Eastern products possessed significant weaknesses.”
Continue ReadingStarco introduces 3 lines for high speed trailer, caravan applications
Competitive, user-friendly and economical – these are the words Starco uses to describe its new range of tyres for high speed trailer and caravan applications, a market segment where the Danish company is gaining share. The new portfolio contains the Starco MasterTrail, KargoTrail and EcoTrail tyre lines, and Starco says each of these is available in a range of popular sizes to suit most applications.
Continue ReadingMilltek releases BMW M4 performance exhaust system
Exhaust manufacturer Milltek Sport has released a new stainless steel exhaust system for BMW’s range-topping M4. Milltek said it had focussed R&D on providing a system that balances looks, power and sound for the popular tuner car.
Continue ReadingHankook supplying tyres to new Mercedes-Benz Actros
Supply of Hankook tyres to Mercedes-Benz Trucks in Europe began in summer 2014, and the tyre maker has now expanded its original equipment portfolio with the vehicle manufacture. Hankook Tire has announced it will provide six sizes of tyre to the new Mercedes-Benz Actros.
Continue ReadingMitas reports successful change to Mitas Premium name
Mitas Premium is the brand name recently Mitas adopted for the tyres it supplied to agricultural machinery manufacturers for original equipment fitment, and the Czech Republic-based tyre maker says Mitas Premium’s share of its total output is growing. Mitas Premium accounted for 80 per cent of rear radial sales (in tonnes) in the three months following the start of deliveries in January 2015, and Mitas expects this percentage to further rise during the year.
Continue ReadingKumho UHP products’ motorsport influence
Kumho’s latest high-performance offering, the ECSTA HS51, was awarded a ‘Recommended’ rating in the recent test by the highly regarded German consumer magazine, ACE Lenkrad. And, according to company representatives, it was the racetrack as much as the test track that led to this result.
Continue ReadingStapleton’s broadens choice across its high performance range
High performance cars call for high performance tyres – and understandably motorists who have invested in an expensive vehicle are among the most discerning of customers. Reluctant to compromise performance or safety, they have tended to favour major global brands such as Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Goodyear, Pirelli and Michelin – but over the years Stapleton’s have been developing and introducing a range of alternatives from their own stable of exclusive brands.
Continue ReadingFruehauf announces MWSD partnership
The UK’s leading manufacturer of tipping trailers, Fruehauf has selected Motor Wheel Service Distribution (MWSD) as a leading supplier for both forged aluminium and steel wheels. The agreement includes technical support and supply of commercial vehicle wheels for the company’s complete range of tipper units.
Continue ReadingBorg & Beck argue the benefits of fully coated discs
Although coated discs are a relatively recent addition for volume suppliers distributing comprehensive braking programmes to the mainstream aftermarket, there are two very distinct routes to which these suppliers have committed themselves. The first is the partial coating using an oil-based formula; the second, as adopted by the First Line Group, is the complete coverage of the disc, with a water-based coating.
Continue ReadingChevron and ATS Euromaster team up to offer Techron fuel system cleaning
Chevron Lubricants and ATS Euromaster have announced a partnership to offer Techron fuel system cleaning products to support fleet and private drivers across the UK.
Continue ReadingSecond Aeolus tyre range receives TÜV mark
Quality certification by a known, independent organisation adds weight to a product’s credentials, and earlier in the year Aeolus Tyre announced that its new PrecisionACE2 had been awarded the TÜV Tire Test Mark from certification specialist TÜV SÜD. The tyre maker stated at the time that approval of this first product from the ACE2 portfolio would soon be followed by the TÜV certification of a second range, the SteeringACE2. This has now been achieved.
Continue ReadingSeptember launch for 3rd member of Goodyear’s Ultra Grip Max tyre trio
The Goodyear Ultra Grip Max winter truck tyre range will soon be completed with the introduction of the Ultra Grip Max T trailer tyre. The 3PMSF and M+S approved tyres will be available in sizes 385/55R22.5 and 385/65R22.5 from September 2015. The first two tyres in the Ultra Grip Max range, the S steer and D drive fitments, were recently released in sizes 315/70R22.5 and 315/80R22.5.
Continue ReadingNokian introduces Hakka Truck drive tyre
The Hakka Truck tyre range from Nokian Tyres has been expanded to include drive axle fitments. The first two sizes in the Nokian Hakka Truck Drive line-up, 315/70 R22.5 and 315/80 R22.5, are being introduced throughout Europe in spring and summer 2015, and a size 295/80 R22.5 fitment will be added next year.
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