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ATS and Michelin Win Global Brands Fleet

Chesterfield-based independent drinks company Global Brands Ltd has adopted a joint ATS Euromaster and Michelin tyre policy across its fleet of 61 company cars and 24 commercial vehicles, replacing an agreement with a local independent tyre dealer. ATS Euromaster was appointed for its ability to provide a professional tyre management service for the company’s van and truck fleet, coupled with its expertise as one of the country’s largest fast-fit networks for the car market.

22nd November 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Cooper Supplies Western Power

Cooper Tires has been confirmed as the sole supplier of rubber for Western Power Distribution’s fleet of Ford Ranger 4×4 vehicles. The fleet of 80 vehicles will be fitted with Cooper Discoverer ST tyres, helping WPD to service its 2.5 million customers in South West England and Wales. The contract is Cooper’s first with a major UK utility company.

15th November 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Roberts Bakery Appoints ATSE

Northwich-based Roberts Bakery has appointed ATS Euromaster as its sole commercial vehicle tyre services provider, responsible for a 90-strong fleet, which includes car-derived vans, rigids and tractor units and trailers. The new agreement will see ATS Euromaster’s truck centre in Warrington fit Michelin tyres across the Roberts Bakery fleet – replacing a previous Bridgestone policy which was managed by a local independent tyre dealer.

“We wanted higher service levels from our supplier and ATS Euromaster was able to offer a range of additional benefits,” says Nick Crank, Transport Manager at Roberts Bakery. “These include fortnightly fleet checks, together with the ability to regroove and turn tyres on the rim to ensure maximum mileage performance.

9th November 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATS Euromaster Wins Hitachi Capital Fleet Deal

ATS Euromaster has won a three-year deal with Hitachi Capital’s Vehicle Solutions division. The signing of the formal contract follows a successful four-year relationship between the two companies, and sees ATS Euromaster manage all tyre expenditure across the company’s effective maintained fleet of over 26,000 cars and commercial vehicles. It also provides a full range of other fast-fit services including batteries, bulbs, brakes, exhausts, shock absorbers and wipers.

3rd November 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATS Euromaster Wins Nepo Approved Supplier Status

The North Eastern Purchasing Organisation (NEPO) has selected ATS Euromaster as one of two preferred suppliers of tyre services to local authorities participating in this contract stretching from the Scottish borders through to Tyneside, Wearside, County Durham and Teesside.

This marks the first occasion ATS Euromaster has been awarded preferred supplier status by NEPO in over 10 years and sees ATS Euromaster share the contract with Hi-Q Tyre Services. The contract runs until September 2008, with the option of a further two 12 month extensions.

27th October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

An Opportunity Missed?

As summer gives way to colder and wetter weather, a number of companies are offering advice about driving in worsening conditions. Two press releases received in the same week are typical; one was from Cooper Tire & Rubber Europe, warning of the increased danger of skidding and another was from ATS Euromaster, offering a free 10 point winter safety check to motorists.

20th October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATSE Orders 100 More Penny Hydraulics Single Wheel Lifts

ATS Euromaster has ordered 100 more Penny Hydraulics Single Wheel Lifts to promote safe and efficient tyre handling on its fleet of commercial dual purpose and truck service vehicles. According to Penny Hydraulics, the Single Wheel Lift has become the preferred choice by ATS Euromaster because it allows all sorts of tyres and wheels to be lifted on and off service vans without the need for manual handling which helps reduce the risk of personal injury to service technicians and enables the company to comply with health and safety regulations.

13th October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATS Euromaster Appoints Group Service Director

ATS Euromaster has appointed Roy Hinde 53, to the new position of group service director, reporting directly to Ian Stuart, group managing director. Mr Hinde brings a wealth of experience to the new role after 32 years at ATS Euromaster, where he most recently held the position of Group Network & Asset Director.

9th October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATSE Develops Customer Support System

ATS Euromaster recently developed a unique customer support system based on a single contact number into ATS Euromaster’s call centre in Aston, Birmingham. The service operates 24/7, 365 days a year with over 250 people handling calls. According to the company, the system uses satellite mapping technology and communications systems to quickly locate the tyre breakdown and activate the nearest unit. In addition, tyre stocks will be increased at regional centres, in a move designed to dramatically cut tyre replacement times.

4th October 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Gains Tesco.com Fleet Deal

Michelin has won a significant new ‘pence per kilometre’ (PPK) contract to supply tyres to Pullman Fleet Services (PFS), which manages around 1,100 of the 1,800-strong Tesco.com home delivery fleet in the UK. The contract, previously held by Goodyear, sees Michelin Agilis tyres fitted as standard to all new vehicles joining the fleet, with tyres on existing vehicles being replaced as necessary.

28th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

ATS Euromaster Wins Three-Year Contract with Fraikin

ATS Euromaster has secured one of the largest tyre supply and management contracts awarded in 2006 after winning a three year deal with Fraikin. The contract includes the majority of the 14,000 vehicles under Fraikin’s management, ranging from small vans and rigids to 44 tonne tractor units and trailers. ATS Euromaster secured the contract – estimated to be worth approximately £3 million a year – after carrying out a complete review of Fraikin’s requirements.

14th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Hoyer Group Sign European Tyre Contract with Michelin

Bulk transport logistics specialist Hoyer is in the process of switching its tyre procurement to Michelin contracts in a number of major European countries, following the success of its Michelin-fitment policy in the UK. Hoyer UK Ltd has been fitting Michelin tyres across its 1,200-strong tanker fleet since 1997, managed through ATS Euromaster. The success of this arrangement has seen the adoption of a ‘pence per kilometre’ (PPK) contract in the Republic of Ireland, supported by Haughton & Son Tyres Ltd. It has also seen similar contracts set-up for Hoyer Group fleets in Belgium, Finland, Germany, Holland and Luxembourg.

7th August 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Sapphire Gains Contract With ATS Euromaster

The first load of end of life tyres processed at Sapphire Energy Recovery’s new Manchester facility coincided with the signing of a major contract with ATS Euromaster. Now that the site is practically up and running the company has invited a number of tyre retailers and distributors to a special open day on 29 June, followed by the official press and VIP opening on 30 June.

9th June 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Top Retail Chains Take on ATL Technology

Kwik-Fit, recently installed a new drive through Automatic Test Lane (ATL) for MOT testing. Kwik-Fit’s Hemel Hempstead branch was the first to use the new ATL equipment provided by Gemco Equipment. Kwik-Fit has also installed the Gemco ATL in their training academy in Derby, ensuring that their MOT testers are trained on new technology. Gemco will now oversee a nation “roll-out” programme across the country.

5th June 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

“Ultimate in Tyre Management Reporting” from ATS Euromaster

ATS Euromaster has turned to the web to provide its fleet customers with the ultimate tyre management reporting facility, which the company says gives an instant and more transparent overview of spend – a vital factor for decision making and cost control.
Suitable for both large and small fleet operators, Euromaster Web Reporter provides a comprehensive array of key features including the ability to print detailed reports from any PC with internet access, multi-user access from any location, information either in graph or table format and the ability to export reports and manipulate information via a variety of computer programmes. Above all, the system is extremely user friendly.

22nd May 2006/by Tyrepress Editors