MTS ‘supercharging’ EV tyre offer with new products, partnerships
With manufacturers taking various strategies to achieve electric vehicle tyre growth, there is an opportunity for distributors to support tyre retailers in building consumer understanding of this still-new segment of the tyre market. It is arguably more important than ever that the leaps forward in EV tyre product development be supported by a well-informed distribution chain. Having assisted with EV tyre workshops and training sessions over the past two years, Graham Mitchell, Micheldever Tyre Services (MTS) wholesale director, updates Tyres & Accessories on its latest support for EV tyres, as well as its latest product range and view of the developing market.
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Wheely Safe ‘a wise investment’ – Frank Redman
Wheely-Safe’s intelligent tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) has already proved a wise investment at Frank Redman & Sons – saving the firm from two costly and potentially dangerous tyre blow outs. The Bedfordshire-based aggregates business – a contract haulier for Tarmac Group – is in the process of rolling out the technology across its fleet of eight-wheel tippers and 6x2 tractor units to improve the health & safety of its operation, reduce downtime and help cut fuel costs.
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Maverick Diagnostics launches online training
Maverick Diagnostics has launched its Automotive Training Academys innovative online training platform in response to the “pressing demand” for training amidst the rise of EVs, hybrids and intricate vehicle systems.
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Terry Moody joins BA Bush & Sons as UK sales executive
BA Bush & Son Ltd has recruited Terry Moody as its new UK sales executive. The company said it is expanding and enhancing its existing sales team and coverage of the UK. Moody has a wealth of experience in both sales and the tyre industry and has previously worked in the OTR tyre sector. BA Bush says Moody will work with new and potential customers to communicate the company’s extensive brand catalogue, including exclusive off-road brand Ascenso Tyres. He will be accountable for growth with new customers as well as maintaining existing customer relationships, meeting customer needs and requirements.
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DP World reports productivity gains from Goodyear DrivePoint Heavy Duty
With DP World handling more than 1.8 million containers each year from its deep-water Southampton port facility, maximising efficiency and minimising downtime is key. That’s why DP World Southampton recently extended its partnership with Goodyear to retrofit TPMS across its port operations, including over 80 straddle carriers. DP World has worked with Goodyear for 20 years and the partnership has extended from using Goodyear’s bespoke port tyres to a full-service partnership that involves its latest technology.
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Straightset appointed Beissbarth UK wheel alignment partner
Straightset has been appointed UK partner for Beissbarth, specifically bringing the company’s 38 years of experience to bear in the distribution of Beissbarth’s wheel alignment systems.
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Kirkby shows Double Coin and Sailun tyres at Road Transport Expo 2023
In the truck tyre segment, Kirkby Tyres reports that the company continues to “differentiate and invest in quality brands rather than operating at the budget end of the market, which at times is nothing more than a race to the bottom.”
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GB Tyres’s multi-brand and private brand strategy
Established in the West Midlands in 2012, GB Tyres has reportedly become one of the fastest-growing tyre importers and exporters in Europe. Nevertheless, despite its large and growing size, the business is still family-run and puts customer service at the heart of its ethos. The business offers a wide range of commercial vehicle tyres in stock. In fact, GB Tyres boasts one of the largest stocks of commercial vehicle tyres across Europe.
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Heyner UK joins IAAF
The IAAF has added car parts and accessories distributor Heyner UK to its membership. Established in 2011, HEYNER UK represents two German brands, HEYNER and alca, which manufacture and supply windscreen wiper blades, locking wheel nuts and vehicle lifting equipment.
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Giti Tire brings guests & a legend to Convoy in the Park
Giti Tire welcomed over 750 guests from across Europe onto its stand at this year’s Convoy in the Park at Donington Park, with Honda TT legend John McGuinness MBE the star attraction driving in his first-ever truck races.
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GS Yuasa batteries playing key role at Royal Mint Energy Centre
Battery technology specialist GS Yuasa has played a pivotal role in powering the future of sustainable energy at The Royal Mints multi-technology Energy Centre at Llantrisant, Wales, which was unveiled by Infinite Renewables earlier this month. At the heart of The Royal Mint Energy Centre is GS Yuasa’s state-of-the-art dual-chemistry energy storage system (ESS).
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Gold medal ambassador the icing on Bridgestone’s BMS cake
Bridgestone is reflecting on its most memorable presence of the year after showcasing its products to up to 58,000 British Motor Show visitors at Farnborough International between 17 and 20 August. The tyre firm and mobility solutions provider was present at the show in partnership with Kwik Fit and drew upon a little help from a freestyle BMX gold medallist, Bridgestone ambassador Charlotte Worthington.
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West Ham United partners with Tomket Tyres
Tomket Tyres has become the Official Global Tyre Partner of West Ham United F.C. under a new arrangement that will, amongst other things, give the tyre brand a presence upon the club’s LED pitch-side perimeter advertising system and matchday hospitality rights. Tomket says it will use the partnership to connect with the West Ham United fanbase and provide fans with opportunities to experience matchday hospitality packages and win signed merchandise via its official social media channels.
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Digraph now a LKQ company
LKQ Corporation recently acquired UK-based commercial vehicle parts aftermarket specialist Digraph. It describes the deal as a “milestone for LKQ Europe” as it marks the company’s formal market entry into the truck parts business.
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Arnold Clark Autoparts expands tyre distribution network
Arnold Clark Autoparts has expanded its network of branches offering tyres to the trade. Tyres can now be ordered from Arnold Clark Autoparts branches at Aberdeen, Bilston, Carlisle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Newcastle, Rugeley, and Wolverhampton.
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