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New Michelin Star selections to be announced 1 October
Restaurants in Great Britain and Ireland receiving new Michelin Stars will be revealed at a live event on Monday 1 October. The unveiling of the new Stars will coincide with the publication of the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2019 and it is expected to attract top chefs, key food industry figures, celebrities and influencers.
Continue Reading![WAI further increases coverage with NTR rotating electrics](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WAI-new-starter-and-alternator_.jpeg)
WAI further increases coverage with NTR rotating electrics
New rotating electrics products have been added to the WAIglobal range, highlighting its commitment to bringing to market products that meet customer demand and provide greater vehicle coverage. A total of 14 new alternators and two new starters have been added, applicable for a number of popular passenger car and light commercial vehicle makes and models, including Renault Megane, Kia Sportage, Audi TT TFSi (2008 >), Hyundai ix35, BMW X6 3.0D (2012 > 2015), Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6 dCi/CDTI (2014 >) and Porsche 911 (2009 >). All of the new references are listed on both MAM and TecDoc cataloguing systems.
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NGK employees get on their bikes for charity
Two determined NGK employees have braved the summer heatwave to complete a gruelling near 425-mile cycling marathon to raise funds for charity. Marko Wowczyna and Stuart Bayne undertook the challenge to raise more than £13,500 for the National Autistic Society and the Downs Syndrome Association respectively.
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2018 NTDA Tyre Industry Awards finalists named
The NTDA has announced the finalists for its 2018 Tyre Industry Awards. The awards will be presented at a ceremony sponsored by tyre manufacturer Sailun which will take place at the Association’s 89th Annual Dinner on 4 October at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Milton Keynes. The dinner sponsor this year is tyre wholesaler Land Tyre Services and the awards will be hosted by TV personality and sports presenter Mark Durden-Smith.
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New Hamaton catalogue available online
Hamaton has compiled its complete collection of products in a new, comprehensible Valve and Accessories Catalogue that is now available for customers to download via the firm’s website.
Continue ReadingUK car theft rate up 57 per cent
In the UK, car theft has increased by 57 per cent over the past year, with criminals using more sophisticated techniques to override security measures. With modern cars often now equipped with keyless entry, there is a growing issue of keyless theft, where criminals use so-called relay devices to trick cars into thinking the legitimate key is nearby.
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Mislabelled tyres sold in the UK
The UK didn’t participate in the MSTyre15 project, yet we’ve gained a better understanding of tyre labelling non-compliance here thanks to freedom of information (FOI) requests made by Unite, the trade union representing many employed within the automotive sector in Britain and Ireland. In separate FOI responses, it was confirmed to Unite that no legislation exists to enforce Regulation (EC) No. 1222/2009 and that mislabelled tyres have been sold in the UK.
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Supertracker adds STR130RW to its alignment line-up
Wheel alignment equipment supplier Supertracker has introduced a new six-sensor aligner, the STR130RW. The versatile aligner is capable of carrying out checks virtually anywhere in the workshop; it can be operated on a full wheel alignment lift, a standard four post lift, a two post lift, and on a level surface.
Continue Reading![Tom Lovesy appointed general manager at Supertracker](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/web-Tom-Trevor.jpg)
Tom Lovesy appointed general manager at Supertracker
Supertracker has appointed Tom Lovesy as its general manager. The son of managing director, Trevor Lovesy, and grandson of original founder Keith Lovesy, Tom’s appointment shows the continuity of the wheel alignment specialist’s ownership. The company is preparing to enter its third generation of family management as one of the leading wheel alignment specialists in the UK market.
Continue ReadingHiQ nominated for Tyre Retailer of the Year
HiQ Tyres and Autocare has been nominated for the 2018 Tyre Retailer of the Year award at the annual NTDA Tyre Industry Awards on 4 October. According to the company, key reasons for the nomination include the retailer’s strong digital strategy in 2018, levels of support functions available to all franchisees, community engagement and integration, and the ongoing charitable efforts supported by the entire network.
Continue Reading![PCL makes bespoke inflation solution for emergency services](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/2.-Dennis-Campion-ECFRS-Reception-Engineer-using-the-bespoke-inflation-unit-BA-cylinder-in-view.jpg)
PCL makes bespoke inflation solution for emergency services
Pneumatic Components (PCL) has developed a unique mobile tyre inflation solution for one of the largest fire and rescue services in the country. Essex County Fire & Rescue Service (ECFRS) required a solution that would enable its fleet operators to inflate fire engine tyres up to the required psi, often 130psi or above, quickly, safely and efficiently.
Continue Reading![Nexen Tire continues ‘successful’ Manchester City FC sponsorship](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/nexen-manchester-city.jpg)
Nexen Tire continues ‘successful’ Manchester City FC sponsorship
Upon kicking off its sponsorship of Manchester City FC for 2018/19, Nexen Tire states that it plans to continue utilising its relationship with last season’s Premier League champion throughout the game season to “expand its global loyal fan-base by increasing touchpoints for customers to directly engage and experience the Nexen Tire brand.” As was the case in 2017/18, Nexen will continue as official sleeve partner.
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Euro Car Parts calls for exhaust type approval
Euro Car Parts is calling for tighter regulation around sales of exhaust systems as the Department for Transport (DfT) looks to reduce the number of non-compliant products being sold and fitted in the UK market.
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Electronic trading part of Optimal UK’s evolution
Optimal UK has implemented electronic trading with customers into its business as part of its plans to grow substantially in the automotive aftermarket in the next few years. As a PACT-enabled supplier – the joint electronic trading initiative between eparts & TecAlliance – Optimal UK is currently communicating with distributors electronically, allowing them to make enquiries and place orders.
Continue Reading![Is ATS Euromaster’s Dave Mellett Britain’s longest-serving tyre fitter?](https://www.tyrepress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/ATS-Mellett.png)
Is ATS Euromaster’s Dave Mellett Britain’s longest-serving tyre fitter?
Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon, The Beatles performed for the last time and the Boeing 747 jumbo jet took off for its maiden flight. But for tyre fitter Dave Mellett, the year 1969 marked the beginning of his career as a tyre fitter at ATS Euromaster in Newbury – a job he’s still doing at the same centre almost 50 years later.
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