Motorcycle registrations fall in February
The Motor Cycle Industry Association has released the February figures for motorcycle registrations. Commenting on the figures, Stephen Latham, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) which represents motorcycle retailers across the UK, said: “Following a surge in pre-registrations of Euro 3 machines in December, registrations were down in February -21.6 per cent compared with the same period last year.”
Continue ReadingTyre manufacturers ready for CV Show between 2016 growth and 2017 flux
April 2017’s CV Show looks set to mark an important event in the tyre business year, with a strong showing for the industry reflecting both the resilience shown in the UK commercial vehicle sector in 2016 and the potential opportunities offered by the coming period of political change. SMMT registration figures reveal that 2016 was a better year than might have been expected in the haulage and people transportation segments.
Continue ReadingContinental to highlight operator solutions at CV Show 2017
Full tyre service provision remains the ultimate goal of premium commercial vehicle tyre suppliers. Approaches to achieving such targets have become increasingly technological, and given the solutions developed by its corporate cousins, Continental’s tyre division is at the forefront. The German manufacturer will use its presence at the CV Show 2017 to highlight its operational solutions, designed to help inform fleets, put efficiency and safety first and provide a complete service to complement its comprehensive range of commercial vehicle tyres; products designed for LGV, HGV, and Materials Handling equipment will be exhibited.
Continue ReadingKirkby Tyres matching Sailun, Double Coin TBR products to evolving market
UK wholesaler and specialist in commercial vehicle products Kirkby Tyres continues to leverage its exclusive distribution deals in order to deliver the right tyres to the UK’s evolving commercial vehicle segment. The Speke, Liverpool based company has exclusive distribution agreements with Double Coin, Sailun and Longmarch, and these relationships are allowing it to fulfil customer requirements. “We believe that long-standing business relationships are essential,” Kirkby’s spokesman told Tyres & Accessories. “It is through such relationships that we are able to offer our customers assurance of quality, continuity of supply and a full manufacturers’ warranty.”
Continue ReadingGiti Tire rebrands UK retreading programme Genesis ahead of CV Show launch
Giti Tire has renamed its UK retread programme Giti Genesis as part of its European truck and bus rebranding project. Originally known as GT REE-Tread, the next-generation products will keep the continuity of hot cure bead-to-bead retread tyres only manufactured using Giti casings. Retreading will be conducted in partnership with a leading UK-based operation. Giti Genesis is available in two patterns: the GDR690 regional drive axle tyre is available in 295/80R22.5, 315/70R22.5 and 315/80R22.5; the GTR990 regional trailer tyre is offered in size 385/65R22.5.
Continue ReadingAutomechanika Birmingham 2017 part of UK automotive’s reshoring efforts
Not only is Automechanika Birmingham 2017 set to be 70 per cent bigger than last years inaugural show, this years event seeks to connect the aftermarket with industry and government to support inward investment. Speaking at a press conference in central London on 9 March, Automechanika Birmingham event director Simon Albert and SMMT chief executive shared how they will bring the UK automotive industry together as part of efforts to “boost supply chain reshoring and make British cars more British” while at the same connecting the manufacturing and aftermarket sectors with each other. UK vehicle manufacturing output has continued to grow over recent
Continue ReadingClose Brothers Motor Finance celebrates 25 years in Sheffield
Close Brothers Motor Finance is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Sheffield branch. The motor finance firm, headquartered in Doncaster, opened its Sheffield branch in 1992, and has been one of the largest employers in Yorkshire region. Despite tough economic conditions over the years, the firm has continued its success in the region, working with over 2,076 dealers and helping to finance 65,000 cars worth nearly £440m pounds over the course of 25 years.
Continue ReadingWAIglobal to exhibit full range at Automechanika Birmingham
WAIglobal is preparing to highlight the advantages of both renewed and new rotating electrics while exhibiting its full product range on stand 18D2 at Automechanika Birmingham 2016, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham from 6 - 8 June.
Continue ReadingRoads spending, Brexit caution, business rate relief in spring Budget
UK chancellor of the exchequer Philip Hammond’s spring Budget contained the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) upgraded growth forecasts for 2017, while predicting lower – but rising – figures for the years following the assumed activation of Article 50 as the country leaves the European Union. The government also confirmed an extra £690 million will be added to the £1.3 billion announced in autumn to improve transport networks in urban areas. In other transport news, the freeze on fuel duty has been retained.
Continue ReadingBandvulc welcomes TyreWork to Key Partner Network
The Bandvulc Group has announced the appointment of TyreWork to its Key Partner Network. With more than 40 years’ experience in the truck tyre business, Kings Road Tyres Group company, TyreWork has provided its services to Bandvulc for the last decade, handling callouts comprehensively in addition to its professional tyre support for Bandvulc’s portfolio of clients. Bandvulc said making TyreWork a Key Partner strengthens the companies’ association.
Continue ReadingEuro Car Parts launches first car tool catalogue
Euro Car Parts has launched its first specialist tool catalogue. The parts distributor said the introduction of the catalogue follows increased demand from repairers and professional technicians across the UK and Ireland. The 136-page catalogue is formatted to make it easier to choose from the full range of 10,000 plus tools available from Euro Car Parts – including brands like Gearwrench, Omega, Milwaukee and MasterPro.
Continue ReadingUK government supports extension of the rural fuel duty rebate scheme
On 28 February, the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) raised the issue of the Rural Fuel Duty Rebate Scheme at a meeting with HM Treasury and HMRC. Brian Madderson, PRA chairman, met with Humza Yousaf MSP, minister for transport policy and the islands, for discussions when visiting the Scottish Government in Edinburgh.
Continue ReadingFebruary LCV market fall was “not unexpected” says SMMT
The new light commercial vehicle market declined in February, falling -4.3 per cent to 13,291 registrations, according to SMMT. The downturn follows an exceptionally strong performance in 2016, when the sector recorded an eight-year high in registrations.
Continue ReadingLandsail ‘the smart choice’ for UK SUV drivers
Landsail tyres, which are exclusively distributed by Grouptyre in the UK, are being marketed as “the smart choice” for UK SUV drivers. Within the highly competitive SUV/4x4 sector, Landsail offers a range of sizes – among them the CLV1 and CLV2.
Continue ReadingDavanti: DX740 offers SUV and 4×4 versatility
The Davanti Tyres DX740 has been designed to offer the ever-growing SUV and 4x4 tyre sector increased versatility, according to the company. The Davanti DX740 pattern is produced at “an acclaimed manufacturing facility and incorporates advanced Industry 4.0 tyre building technologies and a special silica compound with an innovative design that ensures excellent levels of grip, driving control and overall comfort”.
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