Alliance tyre-shod team sets extreme altitude record
A truck supported by Alliance Tire Group (ATG) and Bohnenkamp has set a new world record height of 6,675 metres in the Chilean Andes. Alliance Tire Group supported Martin Jeschke and his team Extreme Events from Limburg, Germany. Demonstrating performance and durability “The attempt to set up a new world record is quite a challenge”, […]
Continue ReadingNew Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 optional original equipment tyre on Audi R8
Michelin has specially developed a new variant of its Pilot Sport Cup 2 ultra-high performance tyre for the original equipment fitment on the new Audi R8. The tyre is an optional fitment to be specified by customers, which can be identified by the RO1 marking on its sidewall. Michelin describes meeting the requirements of Audi as a technological challenge; engineers sought to combine high levels of dry grip to improve lap times on the track, without any compromise in safety on wet roads. The tyre sizes are 245/30ZR20 (front) and 305/30ZR20 (rear).
Continue ReadingGaither launches new tyre mounting, hand cleaning pastes
Gaither Europe has announced the launch of a new line of tyre mounting pastes. The first product is titled Black Tire Mounting Paste, which is designed to help mount and demount tyres without leaving any visible residue. Secondly, the Truck Tire Mounting Paste is designed specifically for truck tyres.
Continue ReadingMore British cars with more British components
British cars are being made with more British-sourced components as the UK automotive industrys renaissance continues apace, new research reveals. Figures from a new Automotive Council report show that domestic component makers sold 19 per cent more products to UK vehicle producers last year than in 2013.
Continue ReadingAutoparts appoints NRF as new radiator supplier
Motor factor Autoparts UK has appointed NRF as its new radiator supplier. NRF is an OE-supplier with more than 87 years’ experience in providing the automotive industry with a full thermal solution.
Continue ReadingGoodyear original equipment on Fiat 500X
Goodyear’s EfficientGrip Performance and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 tyres have been selected by Fiat as original equipment for the newly revealed 500X. Unveiled at the Paris Motorshow, the 500X compact crossover is available in two versions aimed at different market segments; one for city-based motorists, fitted with the EfficientGrip Performance (215/55RI7 94V), and another for more rugged, sporty applications, fitted with the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 (225/45R18 91Y). Targeting younger drivers, owners can choose 12 different colours and eight different designs to further personalise their selection.
Continue ReadingPirelli triumphs in sport auto tyre test; Bridgestone and Kumho trail the field
Although often derided for a lack of ride comfort, many praise low-profile rubber for its influence on steering response and cornering precision. Others just like the way these tyres look. This month, the various characteristics of seven low profile tyres have been put under the ‘sport auto’ magnifying glass. The German magazine has evaluated size 235/35 R19 91Y rubber for the usual wet and dry performance criteria along with ‘eco’ factors such as rolling resistance and noise. The tyres were mounted on a VW Golf R for testing.
Continue ReadingAlliance recalls certain 396 tyres
Alliance Tire Group’s Alliance Tire Americas division is recalling certain Alliance 396 agricultural equipment tyres due to a deflation risk. The tyres in question, which are size 445/65 R22.5, were manufactured between 22 April 2013 to 23 November 2014. Some other 600/50 R22.5 products, which were manufactured between 27 May 2013 and 2 November 2014 […]
Continue ReadingAeolus displaying Ace2 tyres in ‘extremely important’ Iberian market show
Aeolus has stressed the importance of Spain and Portugal to its ongoing European market launch at Madrid’s Motortec trade show, which began today. The ChemChina backed brand is showcasing its Ace2 line, which includes the UHP summer tyre, SteeringAce2 and the high performance summer tyre, PrecisionAce2.
Continue ReadingNokian wins ‘Off Road’ summer tyre test, Maxxis last-placed
Another tyre test from Germany, this time an evaluation of SUV tyres by 4x4 magazine Off Road. The publication selected nine brands of size 255/55 R18 tyres and, using a Mercedes-Benz ML 250 as test vehicle, subjected them to the usual challenges. Nokian’s zLine SUV took the coveted first place on the winners’ podium ahead of the Continental SportContact 5 SUV and Dunlop SP QuatrroMaxx.
Continue ReadingTransense and Tip Top sign million pound deal
Transense Technologies Plc reports that its Translogik tyre management solutions division has signed an exclusive agreement to supply its tyre inspection probe to Rema Tip Top Holdings UK Limited for use in Rema Tip Top’s new passenger car tyre inspection system, ‘Tip Top Tread’. Tip Top Tread, based on Translogik’s proprietary tyre probe technology, will […]
Continue ReadingLandsail beats Michelin – surprise result in Finnish tyre test
No less than 15 tyres took part in the 2015 summer tyre test carried out by Finnish trade publication Tekniikan Maailma (World of Technology). Size 205/55 R 16 tyres from premium, mid-range and budget manufacturers were fitted to a VW Golf and evaluated by specialists from Test World in Ivalo, Finland and ranked according to performance in a series of wet and dry tests. Continental’s ContiPremiumContact 5 topped the table with a score of 9.5 out of 10 and a rating of five out five stars, however an entry from another premium manufacturer didn’t fare so well.
Continue ReadingCampervan tyres put through their paces in Promobil tyre test
Promobil, a German magazine focusing on camping vehicles and accessories, has tested five size 235/65 R16 C/CP summer tyres. Various wet and dry tests were carried out at Continental’s Contidrom test facility in Germany. Promobil voted the Pirelli Carrier Camper the winner, however Continental’s Van-Contact 200 also received a “highly recommended” rating.
Continue ReadingV-Maxx releases GT86/BRZ performance springs
V-Maxx has launched a new spring kit for the closely related Subaru BRZ and the Toyota GT86. The new high performance springs lowering the cars by either 30mm or 40mm, bringing the centre of gravity closer to the tarmac.
Continue ReadingVW van turns 65
Some retire at the age of 65 – but Volkswagen’s van range has no intention on accepting a gold watch and taking up gardening. The first VW bus rolled off the company’s production line 65 years ago this week, and five generations later a total of 11 million ‘T-series’ vehicles have been built. The sixth generation will be launched this year.
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