Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc releases images of former Dundee plant’s new innovation hub
Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP), a joint venture between Michelin, Dundee City Council and Scottish Enterprise, has released the first images of the innovation hub that will be at the heart of the “world-class Innovation Parc…for sustainable mobility and decarbonisation” the JV is creating. Construction will begin on the Innovation Hub in early 2022 with completion expected in 2023.
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Kerr’s Tyres opens 20th tyre centre
Kerr’s Tyres Group opened its 20th tyre centre in Bangor, County Down on Monday 3 January 2022. The opening of branch number 20 is the latest in a string of announcements in recent years that have “propelled the group’s expansion”. And what’s more, according to an official statement, the organisation aims to announce further expansion plans in the coming months.
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EVs a strongpoint in Covid-stalled UK car market
Last year, new car registrations grew by a marginal 1.0 per cent on a pandemic-ravaged 2020, as 1.65 million new cars entered the UK market. Figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) underline the ongoing impact of Covid and the semiconductor shortage on the industry, with the market down 28.7 per cent on pre-pandemic 2019, representing the second worst year since 1992.
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TPMS: Bartec navigates shortages to engineer strong sales for 2022
Bartec Auto ID Limited, the Barnsley based TPMS manufacturer, reports strong growth in sales of TPMS sensors and tools worldwide during 2021. The launch of three new TPMS tools, the TECH350, TECH450, and TECH600, reportedly resulted in existing tool users upgrading their experience and taking advantage of Wi-Fi connectivity for software and coverage upgrades. According to Bartec, the new tools link to TPMS Desktop which has a library of information about TPMS and stores the repair data for later audit.
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Who cares what tyres are made from? – BTMA
The US Energy Information Administration recently forecast that the global light-duty vehicle fleet (essentially cars, vans and pick-ups) would increase by 70 per cent by 2050. Closer to home, the UK Department for Transport has forecast that car and van traffic will increase by 35 per cent and 70 per cent respectively over the next 30 years. By another measure and more immediately, global consumption of natural rubber for tyre manufacture is forecast to increase by 33 per cent by 2030.
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Encouraging results: Goodyear Sustainable Reality Survey
Goodyear has published the results of its first Sustainable Reality Survey, an investigation into what actions truck fleets and transport companies are taking to reduce their carbon footprint, as well as the sustainability plans they have in place and the obstacles still standing in their way. The tyre maker says the results proved encouraging.
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Autogem offers TPMS star quality
NTDA Tyre Industry Award-winning business Autogem, has played a key role in the UK TPMS aftermarket since its inception. Indeed company representatives are clear, if there was one product area where the firm can boast star quality, then look no further than its TPMS offering.
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Everyone at Tyres & Accessories, Tyrepress, and WhatTyre wishes you a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Our offices are closed between 24 December and 3 January. We look forward to continuing our leading coverage of all aspects of the tyre business in 2022. As always, thank you to our readers for your business, loyalty, and support.
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Hankook participating in Project TREE
Project TREE is the first attempt to establish natural rubber traceability using blockchain, and the UK is the first market where consumers can buy tyres containing verifiable sustainable rubber. Following the launch of traceable Pirelli tyres earlier this month, Hankook Tire & Technology is now distributing tyres manufactured through the project.
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Kwik Fit condemns 25% rise in fly tipping incidents
Following up the news that its parent company European Tyre Enterprise Ltd (ETEL) is acquiring leading tyre recycler Murfitts Industries, Kwik Fit shares some statistics that suggest not everyone understands the potential value of end-of-life tyres. According to the automotive parts and tyre network, fly tipping incidents have increased by a quarter in the past year.
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Mortar & Screed Company: Wheely-Safe reduces downtime
On/Off-road fleet, The Mortar & Screed Company reports that it has reduced downtime and improved driver confidence since incorporating Wheely-Safe’s latest generation technologies into its day-to-day operations.
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Bartec offers new entry level TECH350
Back in October, Bartec released the entry-level TECH350, designed to help more businesses improve their tyre repair and replacement efficiency. The launch of the TECH350 followed the introduction of the TECH600 TPMS tool which was designed to offer “exceptional speed, accuracy, and ease of use”.
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Tyresure offers 99% coverage TPMS Starter Kit Pro
Tyresure is currently offering its Starter Kit Pro with 99 per cent coverage of European vehicles (equipped with direct TPMS). According to the company, The Starter Kit Pro supersedes the previous solution of Starter Kit 1 and 2, providing an up-to-date selection of the latest TPMS replacement parts in the market.
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Maverick Diagnostics joins IAAF
Diagnostic tool and vehicle technical support brand, Maverick Diagnostics, joined IAAF recently. Established I n1999 as Maverick Technology Ltd, Maverick Diagnostics is an established provider of original dealer diagnostics tools and technical support to the aftermarket in the UK and Europe.
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National Tyres and Autocare wins Tyre Retailer award
National Tyres and Autocare won the 2021 TyreSafe award in the Tyre Retailer category, following the company’s win in the Online & Social Media category last year.
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