Ceat’s latest OE-winning range of agri and agro-industrial tyres
CEAT Specialty showcased its Spraymax, Farmax R80, Farmax R65, Farmax RC, Floatmax RT and Floatmax FT range at the Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh at the end of June.
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Five OE tyre brands for Alfa Romeo Tonale
Yet another crossover is entering the vehicle parc in the shape of the Alfa Romeo Tonale, which in UK spec is exclusively available as a mild hybrid or plug-in hybrid model. Continental has announced being one of the tyre suppliers for versions equipped with 17- and 18-inch rims. It will ship Continental EcoContact 6 tyres to Alfa Romeo’s Pomigliano d’Arco plant in Naples, Italy, where they will be fitted to the Tonale in sizes 215/60 R 17 96V and 235/50 R 18 97V.
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No free-standing nanotubes released in tyre tread wear – OCSiAl
A tyre with a tread enhanced with single wall carbon nanotubes was exposed to accelerated wear and handling simulation tests by Akron Rubber Development Laboratory. Analysis of captured airborne particles showed no free-standing nanotubes, according to Luxembourg-based OCSiAl, which produces carbon nanotubes.
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Yokohama responds to rising electric car sales with Advan Sport EV
Recent sales data from the SMMT reveals a new electric vehicle (EV) is registered every 60 seconds in the UK, indicating a strong shift towards greener transportation. This demand amplifies the need for optimised products with tyre performance to cater to the specific needs of these vehicles. Yokohama has designed the new Advan Sport EV to be tailored specifically for electric vehicles with several features to help EV drivers get the most out of their vehicles. Yokohama has indicated the tyre’s suitability for EV applications with an enhanced sidewall including the ‘E+’ mark. This emblem stands as an assurance of a product that combines technologies crafted specifically for EVs. The manufacturer says it signifies its dedication to promoting minimal electricity consumption and peak quietness, ensuring an unparalleled EV drive experience.
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Hankook marketing EV tech as iON Innovative Technology
Hankook Tire has given a name to the combined innovations it uses in its iON electric vehicle tyres. It collectively calls these iON Innovative Technology. Hankook Tire says these newly branded technologies not only accelerate efficiencies in the research and development process but will also enhance communication with customers.
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Beissbarth focusing on tyre service with balancer & changer range
At the start of the year, the Stertil Group acquired Beissbarth Automotive Testing Solutions. The workshop equipment developer and manufacturer now reports that it has entered into a “strategic partnership” in the wheel balancer and tyre changer segment.
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Roadstone & Dynamo join Blackcircles range
Blackcircles.com is now offering the Roadstone and Dynamo brands. The online retailer describes both as budget tyre brands that “offer great value for money” by giving customers “a cheaper alternative when working within a pricing budget.
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Denso’s 2023 heavy-duty applications catalogue available for download
The latest publication from Denso covers all of the company’s heavy-duty products for more than 7,500 applications including agricultural vehicles and industrial equipment, as well as medium and heavy commercial vehicles.
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Bridgestone tyres go virtual again in Ride 5
Game developer Milestone is once again partnering with Bridgestone to bring a range of tyres to the latest instalment of its Ride videogame series, Ride 5. Through this partnership, Bridgestone aims to “solidify its position as a market leader for motorbike tyres” and showcase its products and legacy in the competitive racing world.
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Mitas brings extra strength to Enduro discipline with Terra Force-EX tyre line launch
Mitas is looking to further strengthen its position as a leader in Enduro racing by introducing its entirely new Terra Force -EX. The new tyre line, tested by Enduro racers for performance in all types of terrains, is designed to deliver more power, control and endurance even under the most extreme conditions.
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Kumho Ecsta PS71 EV OE on 2022 Car of the Year, the electric Kia EV6
While most tyre manufacturers are evolving their approach to building ranges of electric vehicle tyres, with specialism not always the preferred route, a small number of tyre-makers were quick off the mark with new product lines. Korean manufacturer Kumho was one of the small number to bring an all-new product to the electric vehicle replacement tyre market, entering the burgeoning segment in 2016 with the Wattrun VS31. The tyre garnered several accolades for pioneering design work, including both the prestigious German Red Dot Design Award and American Green Good Design award. Now Kumho’s strategy is to bring its EV line more directly into alignment with its existing passenger car tyre brands; the Wattrun VS31 pattern has now been superseded by the Ecsta PS71 EV, the company’s next generation electric vehicle tyre.
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Dunlop MXGP riders continue winning streak in Netherlands
MXGP riders on Dunlop tyres continued their run of success in 2023 with victories in MXGP, MX2 and WMX at Arnhem in The Netherlands. Romain Febvre took his sixth overall FIM Motocross World Championship victory of the season with a second and first place finish in the two Sunday races. Over the weekend, riders used Dunlop’s latest Geomax MX34 front and Geomax MX14 rear tyre to handle the soft, sandy surface of the Arnhem track. Dunlop works with some of the fastest motocross riders to develop the next generation of motocross tyres. Wim Van Achter, motorsport manager, Dunlop, said the riders’ success “demonstrates the performance and quality of Dunlop’s motocross range.”
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Goodyear to exhibit Powerload and OTR tyres at steinexpo 2023
Goodyear is showcasing its premium OTR tyres and solutions for construction and industrial machinery at steinexpo 2023 (23-26 August in Homberg, Germany). Goodyear will showcase its Powerload, GP-3E, Omnitrac Heavy Duty, and TL-4A OTR tyres, alongside its TPMS Heavy Duty solution on stand (B81) in the open-air area of the fair. “We offer a large portfolio of high-performance tyres for industrial and construction machinery. For us, steinexpo is the perfect opportunity to present a selection of our OTR tyre segment and to enter into a valuable personal exchange directly with our customers,” says Octavian Velcan, managing director OTR & Aviation EMEA at Goodyear.
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Ecobat: What’s the future for the 12-volt battery?
For decades, when it comes to the storage of a vehicle’s electrical power, there has been one constant: the 12-volt car battery. However, with the changing face of the new car market and the boom in sales of electric cars, what might the future hold for this, most traditional of aftermarket consumables? Since the AGM (absorbent glass mat) battery was adopted as the original equipment (OE) fitment for micro-hybrid (start/stop enabled) applications, pan-European battery distributor Ecobat Battery, alongside partners such as CD Group, has been at the forefront in expressing the need for independent workshops to be fully up to speed when it comes to the potential that these batteries presented.
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New Forceum Trideka MPV tyre
At the start of August, EP Tyres reported that it has developed a new small MPV tyre under its Forceum brand.
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