Online tyre prices falling
Looking at the market as a whole, online tyre prices have fallen on average since the start of 2018. According to the latest data supplied by market research specialists at Encircle Marketing, online tyre prices in August 2018 were 1 per cent lower on average than in January. However, the data is not uniform across the sector and different online tyre retailers (otherwise known as e-tailers) have different pricing policies.
Continue ReadingFleet successes point to ‘bright future’ for Michelin TPMS Light Fleet
Bri-Stor Systems, the UK’s largest manufacturer of light commercial vehicle conversions and van storage, will have fitted more than 1,000 Michelin Tyre Pressure Management System Light Fleet kits throughout a number of major fleets by the start of 2019.
Continue ReadingIAAF announces upcoming Industry Briefing Sessions
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has announced details of its next two Industry Briefing Sessions as Autumn approaches, that will be held in October and November respectively. The next IAAF industry briefing will take place at ECCO Safety Group in Leeds on 18th October before heading to Premier League club Watford FC on 15 November.
Continue ReadingIAAF launches new automotive trade credit insurance schemes
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has introduced two new trade credit insurance schemes for SMEs and larger businesses in the aftermarket, offering protection against the effects of bad debts and bringing a wide array of benefits. The schemes, from one of the UKs leading independent specialist trade credit insurance brokers Financial and Credit Insurance Services Limited, are exclusively available through the IAAF to its members.
Continue ReadingComedian Tony Hawks to host IAAF Annual Awards
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has revealed that TV and radio comedian and bestselling author, Tony Hawks, will be hosting its 2018 annual dinner and awards ceremony.
Continue ReadingNational Auto Parts enhances its brake and clutch offering
National Auto Parts has introduced 13 new brake pads, three new discs and two new clutch kits in the past month, further expanding its aftermarket coverage.
Continue ReadingPirelli launches Cyber Fleet and Cyber Gate solutions
Pirelli has renewed its Cyber Fleet solution, launching the latest version at the 67th edition of the Hannover IAA Commercial Vehicle show. The new edition of the system focuses on two technologies - Cyber Fleet Smart and Cyber Fleet Gate. According to the company, these solutions have been designed to optimize management costs, increase safety and efficiency when it comes to tyres, reduce both vehicle downtime and CO2 emissions.
Continue ReadingLeasePlan and SAIC partner in bringing zero emission LCV to Europe
LeasePlan Corporation N.V., known for its Car-as-a-Service concept, and SAIC Mobility Europe, a division of China’s largest vehicle manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bring the first large full electric Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) to continental Europe. Tyres & Accessories understands that tyres and maintenance are included in the deal.
Continue ReadingFER to return to York for 2018 conference, AGM & dinner
The Federation of Engine Re-manufacturers (FER) has announced that its 2018 FER conference, AGM & dinner will take place at the Park Inn in York on Saturday 6 October. The FER held its 2015 event in the city, proving an extremely popular venue with its many local attractions.
Continue ReadingExol presents its first 1 million litre ‘Purchases Award’ to Chemodex
Exol Lubricants has awarded Chemodex a Certificate of Excellence for becoming the first distributor to purchase one million litres of Exol product within a calendar year.
Continue ReadingElectric bin lorries to be trialled by Veolia
Veolia will be trialling electric refuse collection vehicles (RCV) in Sheffield charged by power derived from the waste they have collected. The project will see two 26 tonne RCVs converted from diesel to electric power in a scheme to accelerate the transition to zero emission heavy goods vehicles
Continue ReadingApollo Vredestein named Medi 4 tyre supplier
Following long-term testing with Vredestein Quatrac 5 and Comtrac 2 all-season tyres, Medi 4 Ambulance Services Ltd. has selected Apollo Vredestein as its tyre supplier of choice. Announcing its new role, Apollo Vredestein comments that its tyres easily proved to be the “perfect choice” for the pre-hospital patient care and transport solutions provider’s fleet, for which “safety and the ability to perform adequately in all weathers is paramount.”
Continue ReadingDrive Midlands launches new programme for the automotive industry
Drive Midlands, which supports and promotes the region’s automotive industry, is launching a new programme for the supply chain within the area. The Drive Midlands Automotive Partnership will provide sector-specific support to local firms, regardless of size.
Continue ReadingELTA subject of management buyout
ELTA Automotive Ltd has recently been the subject of a management buyout (MBO) with the goal of “making it fit…for its next 25 years”. This latest development, which was formally agreed on 11 September, sees managing director Ian Hallam, who has worked with ELTA since the company was incorporated 25 years ago, become the company’s co-owner, alongside long-term European partner Luxline spol. s r.o – led by Vladimír Palacka. Ian Hallam and Luxline become equal shareholders of a new holding company, ELTA Investments replacing the previous holding company, Claverdon Fields.
Continue ReadingAvon Tyres headline sponsor of Fleet Live
Avon Tyres is the new headline sponsor of Fleet Live, the largest event for the fleet sector in the UK, attracting over 2,000 visitors, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham on 9-10 October. Established in 1885, Avon has a long history of developing, producing and selling tyres. The British brand will showcase its van and 4x4 tyre ranges suitable for fleet vehicles on stand E40 at the NEC. Avon is a well-established name in the fleet market and its highly-popular AV11 van tyre is the tyre of choice of many leading fleets as it offers excellent value for money thanks to its mileage performance and ability to withstand the harsh demands of urban driving where its resistance to impact damage is a key benefit. It is available in a range of fitments to suit vehicles such as the Ford Transit, Iveco Daily, Vauxhall Vivaro, Volkswagen Transporter Window Van and Mercedes Sprinter.
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