September commercial vehicle registrations rise 12.4 per cent
With rises in the number of registrations of buses, coaches and cars in September, the commercial vehicle sector continued the good news, with total CV registrations performing strongly in the month, up 12.4 per cent to 49,197 units. This means the overall commercial vehicle market is up 8.1 per cent for the year-to-date, at 239,356 units.
Continue ReadingGarage owner puts independents’ case to PM
The e-bulletin of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation quotes a story in the Oxford Mail, where Prime Minister and Witney MP David Cameron has been told of the need for regulation in the independent motoring trade by a businessman from his constituency.
Continue ReadingCar servicing charges fall, says survey
The annual Labour Rates Survey carried out by Warranty Direct, suggests that garages are charging an average of £8.16 an hour less than last year to carry out service or repair work. The average hourly labour rate in 2013 of both franchised and non-franchised workshops is £74.70, down 9.84 per cent from £82.86 in 2012. Data from more than 12,000 cases were analysed in the study.
Continue ReadingEconomic confidence boosts CV sales
New light commercial vehicle figures released today show overall sales were up 12.4 per cent in September and up 8.1 per cent year-to-date. Van sales increased by 10.3 per cent last month, whilst truck demand rose by 29.7 per cent.
Continue ReadingSeptember peak for MOT tests
The Vehicle Operator Services Agency’s (VOSA) revelation that the number of MOT tests peak in March and September should be no surprise to many Tyrepress readers. These months coincide with the introduction of new vehicle registration letters. The agency has also taken the opportunity to note the parts of a car most likely to attract MOT failures, while advising on how the new 2013 regulations, introduced on 20 March, are affecting test results six months on.
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Exol joins VLS to promote ‘transparency’ in UK lubricants market
The UK’s largest independent lubricants company has joined the independent Verification of Lubricant Specifications (VLS) organisation. Exol Lubricants said the move underlined its commitment to bringing greater transparency to the lubricants market. CEO Darren Frogson commented: “joining VLS is a strong signal that we want an industry that is professional, accurate and can be relied upon at every juncture.”
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Bridgestone reiterates TyreSafe message
Bridgestone has stated its support for TyreSafe’s Tyre Safety Month campaign by urging drivers to use the clocks going back as a prompt to check their tyres. Bridgestone is calling on motorists to spend five minutes checking their tyres to combat the rising threat of accidents and breakdowns as roads become slippier and conditions more inclement.
Continue ReadingFalken Tyres offering VW up! in competition
Falken Tyre Europe is offering one of its customers the chance to win a new car in time for Christmas. Open to anyone who purchases just two tyres from its award-winning range between now and 30 November, the recipient will receive a new VW up! before Christmas.
Continue ReadingPRA gives qualified welcome to Chancellor’s ‘pledge’
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has welcomed the announcement that the Chancellor George Osborne MP has pledged in his keynote speech at the Conservative partys annual conference, to freeze fuel duty until the next election in May 2015, meaning that the planned duty rise of 2 pence per litre in September 2014 is unlikely to go ahead.
Continue ReadingMaxam appoints KRT
Luxembourg-based Maxam Tire has appointed Kings Road Tyres as the exclusive dealer for the UK and Ireland of the companys range of construction and industrial pneumatic tyres.
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Pressure builds as Tyre Safety Month begins
It gets underway tomorrow, and UK motorists will be put under pressure to ensure their tyres are properly inflated. The Tyre Safety Month campaign, organised by no-profit road safety group TyreSafe and supported by thousands of garages and other organisations across the UK, will be encouraging drivers to make monthly checks on their tyre pressures to ensure they remain safe on the road.
Continue ReadingGovt grant for Dunlop Aircraft Tyres’ Airbus project
A £1.5 million government grant is winging its way to Dunlop Aircraft tyres. The grant was awarded by the Government’s Technology Strategy Board and the funds will aid the Birmingham-based company in its development and testing of tougher, lighter aircraft tyres.
Continue ReadingGiti Tire gets behind Tyre Safety Month
Giti Tire has given its full support to TyreSafe’s Tyre Safety Month, with all 220 GT Radial Performance Centres (GTPCs) throughout the UK receiving joint-branded customer information packs. Throughout October, TyreSafe is running a ‘check your pressures’ campaign, and GTPCs have been issued with posters, leaflets, a Mr. McIntyre animation and a film to raise awareness of the importance of regular tyre maintenance. A dedicated infographic with tyre safety information for consumers has also been added to the GT Radial web site at www.gtradial.co.uk, where drivers can also search for their closest GTPC.
Continue ReadingSerious tyre-related casualties lower in 2012
The 2012 annual report on road casualties in Great Britain was released by the Department for Transport this morning, and these show that the number of drivers killed or seriously injured on the UK's roads as a result of a dangerous, illegal or underinflated tyres, fell by five per cent to 194 casualties.
Continue ReadingMichelin Guide 2014 out next week
Those who enjoy fine dining or just a good feed needn’t wait long for the Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2014. It will be released on 4 October, and Michelin has given a heads up on what’s to expect in the latest edition.
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