Banner Batteries on the changing battery landscape
In the past, car batteries were often viewed as one-size-fits-all components. However, the automotive landscape has evolved dramatically. Today, fitting the right battery is essential due to two key factors: firstly, modern vehicles must accommodate an increasing array of electrical demands beyond simply starting the car and powering lights and wipers. Systems, like air conditioning, heated screens, electric seats, advanced navigation, and entertainment systems, all place additional strain on the battery. Some vehicles even feature auxiliary batteries to help manage this load.
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PowerEdge updates wiper blade packaging
Although PowerEdge is not part of the Denso range, it has naturally been developed according to the company’s exacting quality standards to meet the requirements of the aftermarket’s mid-price, high quality segment, and benefits from the full Denso service offering, encompassing ordering, delivery, logistics and customer service. Designed to provide a competitive solution for those customers looking for a value alternative, the PowerEdge range, which is competitively priced and available in both contemporary flat blade and conventional designs, has had its packaging updated and improved to convey useful additional information through a distinctive style.
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Mitas Terra Force-MX Sand 2 for sandy motocross terrains
Motocross riders will soon have a new tyre to conquer deep sand with added traction and control when the new Mitas Terra Force-MX Sand 2 comes off the line this October. Developed and tested with racers, this new rear tyre was designed to give top traction in deep and soft sand. The new tread pattern will replace the current Sand pattern for rear wheels.
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Snap-on Solus+ provides ‘next generation’ solution
Noting that employing the right diagnostic platform “can make all the difference” in the ever-evolving automotive diagnostics game, Snap-on has introduced a further update of its Solus solution. Called Snap-on Solus+ and featuring the company’s exclusive SureTrack, Snap-on believes this latest product is “set to take the automotive diagnostic industry by storm.”
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YOHT presenting hybrid tractor tyre at Agritechnica
Amongst the range that Yokohama Off-Highway Tires (YOHT) intends to display at Agritechnica 2023 is the prototype of a hybrid tractor tyre. YOHT says that “special technologies used for this tyre effectively bridge the gap between field and road” and deliver the “best suitability for field operations, road transports, and for a particularly long service life.”
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Continental supporting Bobby Bolton’s 10,000-mile UK to Australia road trip
Continental Tyres is supporting “global nomad” Bobby Bolton in his attempt to drive his converted MAN truck 10,000 miles from the UK to Australia. Conti has fitted four off-road optimised HCS tyres to the truck and installed the ContiPressureCheck tyre pressure monitoring system and ContiConnect digital tyre management system, enabling remote monitoring of temperatures and pressures. Bolton will travel through more than 25 countries with his Labrador, Red, on their journey. Bolton has documented on his social media channels the preparation of his 18-tonne, four-wheel-drive overland-style truck for the hostile terrain it will encounter on the journey south. The travellers will use the load bed of the former water bowser as accommodation while on the road.
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Maserati Grecale SUV features Continental OE tyres
Maserati has selected Continental tyres as original equipment on its Grecale SUV. 19-inch Continental CrossContact LX Sport tyres as well as 21-inch CrossContact RX tyres have received worldwide approval for the model. 20-inch Continental EcoContact 6 tyres have also been approved. The latter tyre is designed for energy-saving and noise-optimised driving, making it especially suitable for the hybrid version of the SUV, according to Continental.
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Trelleborg TM1 Eco Power promoted as “sustainable tyre choice”
Made from 65 per cent recycled and biomaterials, the TM1 Eco Power is described as “a testament of…on-going commitment to a more productive and sustainable future for agriculture, aiming at decreasing fossil fuel dependency and increasing product circularity, while vastly improving customer’s operational performance”. Engineered for the new generation of electric tractors, the TM1 Eco Power tyre “prioritises sustainability” and but also features ultra-low rolling resistance properties for low energy consumption.
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How Michelin Connected Fleet ‘unlocks savings’ for its own fleet
Michelin has detailed the ways in which its Michelin Connected Fleet system has helped parent company Michelin cut harsh driving events by 25 per cent across the 54 vans operated by its Services and Solutions division in the UK. The company has achieved the savings after introducing the fleet management technologies it deploys for end-user fleets. In the initial six-month, technology is improving driver behaviour after reducing speeding events by 46 per cent, particularly in 30mph and 50mph zones, as well as cutting engine idling by 14 per cent. Over 12 months, the driving style changes are projected to help improve fuel efficiency by 5.8 per cent across the fleet, reducing CO2 emissions by 5.6 per cent per kilometre travelled.
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Bettaparts expands wheel bearings range
Bettaparts has expanded its popular ABTEX Wheel Bearing range, introducing 11 new references suitable for petrol, diesel and hybrid passenger cars and sports utility vehicles. New additions from Bettaparts include LBK8662 to cover BMW 5 Series 1995 – 2010, LBK8974 to fit Mercedes-Benz A Class 04 – 12 and B Class 05 – 11, plus LBK9073 suitable for Citroen Dispatch 07-, Fiat Scudo 07 – 16 and Peugeot Expert 07- and Expert Teepee 07-.
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PartsInMotion.co.uk expands Schaeffler range
Online parts distributor, PartsInMotion.co.uk, has expanded its range of Schaeffler products, increasing the portfolio from 7,000 to 13,000 references. The company said the expansion would meet market demand for FAG steering and suspension references. Matt Gates, director at PartsInMotion.co.uk comments: “As the trend for more brand choice and availability continues, we strive to offer the best brands in the market to our customers.
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Kirkby Tyres collaborates with Agrovista to demonstrate in-field benefits of low tyre pressure
Kirkby Tyres collaborated with leading agronomists Agrovista earlier in the year, attending its Lamport AgX open day on 3-5 July with its Gallileo CupWheel technology. Lamport AgX is a major resource that looks at many aspects of soil health, including demonstrations and trials. The open day presented an opportunity to meet with farmers and introduce the innovative technology, whilst answering questions from attendees.
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MTS chooses Arcom AR03 MIX tyre racks, AR04 pallets for Bellshill warehouse
Micheldever Tyre Services’ new Scottish warehouse is being fitted out with a racking solution from the Polish supplier Arcom, continuing a long-standing cooperation between the companies. The facility in Bellshill, Scotland, near Airdrie in the east of Glasgow, is the latest in a series of joint projects between MTS and Arcom; MTS has chosen a proven and versatile rack for vertical, horizontal, and column storage that can be stacked up to 9 metres high. The AR03 MIX is largely suitable for passenger car tyres, while AR04 pallets are being employed as a supplement for storing SUV tyres up to 80cm in diameter. With this combination, the warehouse can be adapted easily to changing goods and the number of stored tyres. In case of no demand for some pallets, they can be easily disassembled, folded, and transported elsewhere.
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EV tyres: epyx fleet data shows 6,350-mile deficit in life versus petrol, diesel vehicle tyres
Tyres fitted to electric vehicles (EVs) face a shortfall in longevity versus those fitted to petrol or diesel cars, new fleet data from epyx suggests. The first tyre change for electric cars is taking place at an average of 17,985 miles and 551 days old, compared to 24,641 miles and 585 days for hybrids, and 24,335 and 670 days for petrol and diesel cars. On average tyres fitted to EVs are lasting 6,350 fewer miles than equivalents on internal combustion engine (ICE) powered vehicles. The data is taken from epyx’s 1link Service Network platform. Car and van fleets totalling more than four million vehicles use 1link to manage and process SMR.
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MAK launches Gravel wheel
MAK has launched its Gravel wheel available in 16-, 17- and 18-inch as part of its new 2023 4X4, heavy-duty, camper wheel range.
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