BKT expands recycling machinery tyre range with new sizes
BKT is responding to the need for speciality tyre products in the recycling industry with new sizes. Leading the range expansion are the speciality 300/70 R16.5 Skid Max SR-Skidder and the 405/70 R18 BK-Loader 53. BKT notes the diversity of machinery operating in recycling centres, calling these environments “one of the most difficult and demanding” for tyres. As a result of such highly specific needs, the manufacturer has developed purpose-made products and is as many sizes and variants as possible.
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Nexen tyres get Hyundai Ioniq 6 original equipment deals
The new Hyundai Ioniq 6 will roll off factory lines on Nexen Tire’s all-season Nfera AU7 EV and the Nfera Sport EV. The latest electric car from Hyndai boasts a range potential of more than 500km per charge. It contains a range of lighting technologies that communicate with vehicles and people, including dual-colour ambient mood lamps, flexible and comfortable indoor spaces, and interactive pixel lights. It uses a 400V/800V multi-fast charging system and V2L functionality in addition to offering dynamic driving performance, cutting-edge safety and convenience specifications.
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Pirelli Diablo Superbike tyres feature in SBK22 video game
Pirelli’s Diablo Superbike tyres feature in the latest video game based on the FIM Superbike World Championship. Developed by Milestone, the game allows players to choose the tyres to be fitted, modifying the behaviour of the motorbike based on the compound used. The realism of the game was boosted by the involvement of professional riders and experts, including Pirelli itself. The manufacturer supplied tyre data to help the game-maker simulate the performance of real Pirelli World Superbike tyres. Pirelli branding is also seen in-game in the realistically rendered circuits.
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Maxam introduces MS700 industrial tyre
Maxam Tire has launched its new MS700 material handling industrial tyre, following the recent MS600 press-on solid tyre. Developed in Maxam’s newly opened, fully owned state-of-the-art solid tyre factory, the tyre includes the brand’s new “liquid gold” patent-pending compound technology, EcoPoint3TM. Maxam says its new mixing process helps the tyre deliver “unmatched performance and productivity”.
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India: Apollo launches enduro range for premium motorcycles
Strong demand for its two-wheeler tyres in India prompted Apollo Tyres to delay the rollout of its Vredestein motorcycle tyre range for Europe. But with a stated strategic focus upon the “premium motorcycling space” and market share for such products exceeding 20 per cent in India, it is highly feasible that Apollo will revisit its European plans at a later date. The company’s latest premium domestic products give us an idea of what we can expect.
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Continental supplying all-season option for VW’s new Multivan
Buyers of the VW Multivan who want all-season tyres can have these factory fitted, with the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK website listing these as an option when selecting either 16-, 17- or 18-inch rims. Continental shares that it is supplying its AllSeasonContact as an original equipment tyre for the Multivan in two key dimensions, 215/65 R16 102H XL and 235/55 R17 103H XL.
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Hamaton offers truck upgrade for ATEQ VT56
With TPMS legislation soon to include commercial vehicles, Hamaton is offering a commercial vehicle upgrade for ATEQ VT56 users. ATEQ VT56 users across Europe can purchase the upgrade, to enable them to read and diagnose TPM systems on all commercial vehicles.
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Dark Horse: P Zero tyres for top-end Mustang
Ford revealed its seventh-generation Mustang today, the first entirely new model since 2014. Sitting at the top of the range is the Mustang Dark Horse, a car Ford calls the “ultimate expression of track capability.” The 5.0-litre V8 wears Pirelli P Zero PZ4 in size 255/40 R19 at the front and 275/40 R19 at the rear.
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Bridgestone & Yokohama tyres OE on Mazda’s first PHEV
This month, Mazda Motor UK is debuting its first plug-in hybrid, the “crafted in Japan” Mazda CX-60 crossover. UK customers will receive their CX-60 with Bridgestone or Yokohama tyres as standard. Depending on specification, Mazda will equip the SUV with either the Yokohama Advan V61 in size 235/60R18 103V or Bridgestone Alenza 001 in 235/50 R20 100W.
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Trelleborg MPT100: Better ground spreading performance
Trelleborg Wheel Systems says it has “stepped up to meet the growing demands of farmers looking to increase reliability and productivity in their ground spreading operations” with the release of its MPT100. It specifically conceived the radial for use on multi-purpose vehicles and fertiliser trucks used in ground spreading, and offers MPT100 in sizes 405/70R20, 425/75R20 and 445/65R22.5.
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ATS Euromaster’s tips for managing EV & hybrid maintenance costs
Fleets changing to lower carbon and zero-emission vehicles are having to adapt to different SMR maintenance requirements, and ATS Euromaster notes that this can lead to higher costs. But the tyre service and maintenance provider says these can be managed effectively with a variety of insider tips on how to keep maintenance budgets under control.
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Vredestein celebrates 25 years of Traxion technology, launches two new agri/off-highway tyres
In 1997 Vredestein introduced the Traxion+, which featured a – quite literally – ground-breaking tread pattern that combined a reinforced central area with a graduated and non-parallel lug design for both traction and improved self-cleaning properties. 25 years down the line, the Vredestein Traxion concept has played a key role in Vredestein’s current tractor tyre range – something that can be seen in the VF Traxion Optimall, the Traxion XXL, Traxion 65, Traxion 70 and Traxion 85. As part of the celebrations, the company launched two new Vredestein trailer tyres – the new Vredestein Endurion Trailer and the Vredestein Flotation Optimall.
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Pirelli P Zero Corsa for Pagani Utopia
Continuing a decade-long collaboration, Horacio Pagani’s most recent creation is exclusively equipped with Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres. The Utopia wears the P Zero Corsa in size 265/35ZR21 at the front and 325/30ZR22 at the rear.
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Tecalemit reintroducing FOG lifting brand
Two-post lifts have become one of the most popular types for vehicle workshops. With wheel-free lifting as standard, they can be used for many jobs, from tyre changing and brake work to servicing and even wheel alignment. Tecalemit Garage Equipment offers a comprehensive range of two-post lifts ranging from 3000kg to 7000kg lifting capacities, and is now adding to its portfolio with the reintroduction of products from sister company FOG Automotive.
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New Dunlop Qualifier Core sizes
Several additional sizes have joined the Dunlop Qualifier Core line-up, meaning that fitments are now available across multiple sports and naked segments. The new dimensions include a 120/60ZR17 front and three new rears: 190/50ZR17, 190/55ZR17 and 200/50ZR17. These join the launch rear sizes of 160/60ZR17 and 180/55ZR17, plus the 120/70ZR17 front fitment.
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