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Lockout Declared at Factory Outsourced to Apollo Tyres

Apollo Tyres gave word on December 6 that a plant owned by PTL Enterprises that produces tyres exclusively for Apollo entered a lockout situation as of 2am December 6. Tension between workers and employers at the Kalamassery based factory, in India’s Kerala state, has been uneasy for some time. According to Apollo, for the past few months “workmen have been resisting management efforts to increase efficiency and bring down costs, during these times of economic stress and demand slowdown.”

8th December 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin to Reduce Production at Olsztyn, Poland Factory

According to AFP, Michelin has announced production cuts at its Polish facility due to falling demand. “It’s a question of adapting to current market conditions, with a drop in market demand,” Michelin spokeswoman Sorina Neculescu told the news agency. “We will carry out regular production halts from next week. They will last from a few days to two weeks. Decisions on continuing the halts or resuming work will be taken in real time, based on market conditions.”

18th November 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

“We Have a Job to Do”

With 15 years of experience in the aftermarket components sector, Stuart Jackson was not completely unfamiliar with the tyre business when he joined Vredestein a year ago. Having said that, 12 months after becoming UK managing director, Jackson admits that changing lanes into the tyre segment is also “a really good challenge.” In his words he is “very happy to bring a fresh perspective to the business.” In a recent interview with Tyres & Accessories Jackson reflected on the last year revealed details of Vredestein’s plans for 2009.

2008 has reportedly been a “very successful year” for Vredestein – with the company predicting that its UK operations are on track to report a 16 per cent growth rate year-on-year. According to Jackson this does not simply reflect tyre sales volume, but rather “organic financial growth” and “great commitment” from dealers. Some months are said to have been better than others, but by working flexibly with its partners order fill rates have been “consistently high.”

13th November 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin to Discontinue BFGoodrich Agricultural Tyre

In order to improve the ability of its own branded agricultural tyres, Michelin North America announced on October 31 that it will, as of next year, no longer offer the BFGoodrich Power Radial 80 tyre. The company says it will convert the factory capacity currently utilised in its production to the manufacture of Michelin-brand agricultural tyres.

3rd November 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Carlisle Reports Reduced Q3 Net Income

Carlisle Companies Incorporated has reported net sales of US$832.5 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2008, a 14 per cent improvement over net sales of $730.4 million in the third quarter of 2007. Transportation product net sales were $205.2 million for the third quarter 2008, an increase of six per cent compared with net sales of $193.3 million in 2007. Softness in the consumer outdoor power equipment (OPE), high-speed trailer tyre and wheel, and styled wheel markets was offset by growth in the commercial OPE, ATV, and agricultural and construction tyre and wheel markets. Sales growth for specialised and pneumatic trailers more than offset continued softness in construction trailers, says the company.

27th October 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Aufine Tyre Appoints Al Saeedi as Gulf Distributor

Aufine Tyre Company has appointed Al Saeedi Automotive Trading as distributor for Aufine Truck Radial Tyres in the Gulf region. Founded in 1986, the Aufine Group Company is located in China and currently employs over 6000 employees. The company describes its production process as being fitted out with advanced technology and “world class testing equipment.” Company figures put its manufacturing output at 1.5 million radial truck and bus tyres in 2007. Operating in the continents of Asia, Africa, Europe, North America and Oceania, Aufine has passed the DOT, ECE, CCC certification for quality.

21st October 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

International Tyres Pushes Sumo Brand Forwards in UK

For the highly competitive truck market, International Tyres & Trading acts as the sole UK distributors for the Sumo Firenza range which continues to gain ground as a mid-range option, particularly for small to medium sized haulage fleets who consider tyre costs per mile to be very important. Sumo Firenza tyres are manufactured in the Far East, incorporating Japanese technology, and have six pattern ranges for a number of specific applications.

The Firenza SSR05A pattern is for steering and trailer usage courtesy of the tyre’s wider tread and flatter profile for excellent mileage return and smooth drive handling. For the Super Single sector, the Firenza SSR055A pattern is available in size 385/65R22.5. Other patterns in the Firenza range include the SSD08, SSM07 and SST07, which are all designed for various driving positions as well as all-positional use, offering a tread pattern designed for impressive traction on all types of road conditions. All Firenza truck tyres incorporate a solid shoulder construction with zero angle steel band ply to protect against irregular wear.

6th October 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

ATS Euromaster Targets Increased Agricultural Tyre Market Share

Nationwide tyre service provider ATS Euromaster is placing a renewed emphasis on expanding its market share in the agricultural tyre sector, following the appointment of Chris Dolman, to the new position of Category Marketing Executive. The appointment is the first time ATS Euromaster has appointed a Marketing Executive with a specific agricultural remit. ATS Euromaster currently supplies tyres to approximately 15 per cent of this specialist market, supporting farm-based vehicles ranging from wheelbarrows and quad bikes through to combine harvesters and tractors, not to mention cars, vans and larger commercial vehicles often used on farms.

29th September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Launches New Agricultural Tyre

Michelin has announced the launch of its latest series of agricultural tyres. The OmniBib 70 series represents the company’s attempt to help enhance farm productivity through addressing the specific challenges facing today’s farmers. In addition to the launch of the tyre, Michelin is aiming to address the issue of tyre pressure in agricultural equipment.

Promoting the OmniBib, a tyre designed to leave behind a 16 per cent wider footprint than its closest rival, the company says that a more flexible sidewall, rounded shoulders, the special lug shape and – crucially – 12 per cent lower pressure will cause less rutting (the creation of highly compacted soil within tyre tracks), which will therefore allow more even crop distribution in addition to fuel and time savings.

11th September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Harris Brothers Tyres Raises £800 for Charity

Harris Brothers Tyres raised £800 for the Paul Sartori Foundation, a local charity, at the Pembrokeshire County Show. The three days of events raised a total of £814 for the charity, which provides palliative care for patients with life-limiting conditions, both from the hospice based in Haverfordwest and for patients at home.

Leighton Walker, director of Harris Brothers Tyres, commented: “Despite the British weather, the event was a huge success. Thousands of visitors came along to the stand to see the Formula One car and give the simulator a go, helping us to raise a fantastic amount for charity. Working within Bridgestone’s First Stop group, we are able to do more to give that little bit extra to our customers and also to local charities such as the Paul Sartori Foundation.”

8th September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Andrew Mabin Promoted to Mitas Sales & Marketing Director

Andrew Mabin, formerly the head of Mitas a.s’s UK sales subsidiary, has been promoted to position of sales and marketing director Mitas a.s. The new role will see Mabin take responsibility for both the company’s replacement and OEM activities worldwide effective 1 September 2008. Mabin replaces Werner Flebbe who goes into retirement in October 2008.

8th September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin to Raise Prices in Europe

Continuing cost increases in the raw material, energy and transportation sectors mean manufacturers’ price rises are also inevitable, and following the increases on July 1 for earthmover tyres and from August 1 for agricultural tyres, Michelin will raise its passenger car, light truck and truck and bus tyre prices as of October 1, 2008. These new prices will be implemented in most European countries, says Michelin, with increases on average ranging from three to five per cent.

3rd September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

CGS Outlines Rumaguma Plant’s Role in Radial Capacity Expansion

Following the announced acquisition of the Rumaguma tyre manufacturing facility in Serbia formerly owned by GPX International, the CGS Group has disclosed it intends in time to use the facility as a basis for the further development of the company’s European radial capacities. The Czech Republic based manufacturer will integrate the Rumaguma plant industrial and agricultural tyre plant into its tyre division operated by MITAS a.s. The acquisition is, says CGS, part of the group’s strategy of focusing upon the agricultural and industrial tyres business, and will further support its second position in the European agricultural tyres segment.

27th August 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone North America Prices to Rise up to 10%

Bridgestone Corporation is planning tyre price increases of up to 10 per cent in the US and Canadian markets. Prices for motorcycle, passenger car, truck and agricultural tyres will go up as of September 1, the company announced.

According to Asahiko “Duke” Nishiyama, President of BFNT and its parent company, Bridgestone Americas Holding, increased synthetic and natural supply difficulties and the resultant high prices are a key factor behind the price increases, along with increased fuel costs at every stage of production and distribution.

1st August 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin To Increase Replacement Tyre Prices in Japan

In the second half of 2008 Nihon Michelin Tire Co., Ltd will raise the delivery prices for its replacement market products in Japan. Michelin states this series of price increases is unavoidable: “In the last year or so the industry has registered a continued escalation in the prices of raw materials. Continued efforts to internally compensate for this situation are not enough, obliging us to partially reflect this state of affairs in our prices,” the company said in a press release.

24th July 2008/by Tyrepress Editors