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First Stop ‘accelerating’ expansion plans

The First Stop fast fit network states that it is accelerating its expansion plans across the UK. Currently operating 72 centres, the network said that it has recently attracted six new members. The network has also become an official supporter of TyreSafe. First Stop’s partner zone manager, Mike Glover said: “First Stop prides itself on outstanding customer service and we consider explaining the importance of tyre safety as an essential part of that relationship.

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Pirelli Diablo Superbike takes racing slick motorcycle tyre test victory

Pirelli’s Diablo Superbike has emerged victorious from a comparative test by the German magazine PS. The magazine compared racing slicks from six different manufacturers on track at the Sachsenring circuit. The Bridgestone Battlax Racing V02, Michelin Power Slick Ultimate, Dunlop KR 106 / KR 108, Metzeler Racetec RR Slick and Continental Track were fitted to a BMW S 1000 RR model in sizes 120/70 R17 front and 200/65 R17 rear. The full test results were published in the 07/2016 issue of PS.

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Laufenn to be sold in 70 markets by year’s end

Not only was Hankook Tire present at Reifen 2016 with products from its flagship Hankook brand, including its new Ventus Prime³ comfort tyre and innovations such as Sealguard and sound absorbing foam, the South Korean manufacturer also presented its second brand, Laufenn, which is now being introduced into European markets.

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Bandvulc launches Tugmaster all-position yard tyre

Bandvulc has added a new product to its range of specialist tyres, joining the manufacturer’s Wastemaster concept. The Tugmaster is an all-position yard tyre, featuring Bandvulc’s Armorband technology to protect against sidewall damage and a high polymer rubber compound to provide more resistance to punctures. Armorband technology is unique to Bandvulc’s products, offering protection around […]

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Aston Martin Racing ‘has Dunlop Motorsport’s full attention’ in GT class

Dunlop and Aston Martin Racing describe the test of the manufacturer’s GT tyres for the first time in November in Bahrain as “a key turning point for both parties.” Dunlop committed to a full GT class development programme and Aston Martin began a return to lifting trophies. Le Mans is of great importance to both companies who are proud of their respective success there: Dunlop has 34 overall victories, more than any other tyre manufacturer, and Aston Martin took GT class wins in 2007and 2008 and the GTE Am class win in 2014.

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‘Track to street’ tyre technology a Michelin Goodwood focus

Michelin says its central exhibition at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed exhibition will pay tribute to the new breed of road-going race cars this year, under the theme ‘Track to Street.’ The main stand will feature a host of fantastic and extreme cars that show the various different types of road-legal racing cars, depicting the progression from all out track car to high performance road cars.

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Camso promotes brand, launches new product naming system

Off-road tyre and track specialist Camso, formerly known as Camoplast Solideal, is accelerating efforts to phase in Camso branded products while supporting product selection in the complex construction and industrial machinery niche by introducing a new production naming convention.

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Sameer Africa switching to Chinese/Indian contract manufacturing

On Wednesday 8 June, Sameer Africa CEO Allan Walmsley told local newspapers that the firm, which makes Yana brand tyres, would earn higher margins contracting-manufacturing with tyre producers in China and India. No names were overtly mentioned, but an unnamed Indian firm that bid unsuccessfully Sameer during the last year is thought to be a key suitor. No date for the closure of production and transition to contract manufacturing has been given, but judging by the nature of speculation surrounding Sameer’s ownership and business in general it is likely to be an ongoing process.

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Bridgestone DriveGuard wins Auto Express award

Bridgestone’s DriveGuard run-flat tyre has been crowned Auto Express Product of the Year 2016. The touring tyre has been recognised for extending run-flat technology to cars previously unable to fit such products. The tyre became available in the UK in April following its January launch in Monaco.

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8156

Pirelli a clear winner in classic tyre test

Modern tyre technology paired with classic dimensions: German classic car magazine Auto Bild Klassik (issue 7/2016) has tested four such tyres. A Porsche 911 E2.4 served as test car; it was put through its paces fitted with the quartet of size 185/70 R15H/V/W brands.

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It’s goodbye from them and goodbye from us

Sometimes tyre people are creatures of habit. They like what they know and they know what they like. So when change comes it can feel disorientating. But change is also the engine of progress. And standing still is virtually synonymous with going backwards.

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Enjoy Tyre hails Routeway Reifen debut success

Enjoy Tyre reports that the introduction of its Routeway brand at the recent Reifen Show in Essen, Germany – the firm’s primary objective at the event – was a success.

Routeway joins Rotalla as “a quality alternative choice to premium tyres”. According to the company, both brands with their full summer and winter ranges attracted enthusiastic attention from visitors throughout the four-day event.

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Cooper employee honoured with Lone Star JR Johnny Rutherford Award

Gavin Johnson, development manager for ‪Cooper Tire Europe’s Avon Tyres Motorsport department in Melksham, UK, has won the prestigious Lone Star JR Johnny Rutherford Award. Created to honour the IndyCar participant who best exemplifies outstanding character, integrity and service, Johnson was awarded with a custom trophy and a $1,000 cheque.

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