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Snap-on sponsors vocational training event

Snap-on has announced that it will sponsor WorldSkills London 2011, a world-leading vocational training event to be held at the ExCel centre in London from 5-8 October. Chris Behan, Snap-on Equipment’s general manager, comments: “We’re pleased to be supporting Snap-on’s sponsorship of WorldSkills London 2011, which will give contestants from across the globe the chance to put their skills to the test on the latest wheel alignment equipment. I believe that WorldSkills will provide our young people with an unrivalled opportunity to gain inspiration and insight into the vast range of worthwhile skill-based careers available in the motor industry and beyond.”

16th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Bosch to acquire Unipoint Group

The Bosch Group’s Automotive Aftermarket division is set to acquire the Unipoint Group and its affiliated Unipoint and NSA brands for an undisclosed sum. An agreement confirming the deal between Bosch and the Unipoint Group, which produces starters, alternators, temperature control parts and wiper blades for the aftermarket, was signed on August 9.

16th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Ayce Systems embarks on a UK roadshow

Yorkshire-based Ayce Systems, a leading manufacturer and supplier of SMART Repair Systems, has taken to the road with a new demonstration vehicle which is now available to showcase the company’s products anywhere in the country.

The VW Crafter long wheel base, high top van is fully kitted out with the very latest Ayce Alloy Wheel Refurbishment equipment including their quick cure UV Oven, the WheelRite all-in-one alloy wheel refurbishment machine which incorporates everything needed to repair and polish kerbed, scratched and corroded alloy wheels in one single unit and the WheelRite Paint Booth with four stage filtration. The van also carries their high quality smart repair systems for paint, bumpers, interiors and glass repair.

16th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Varta website designed to gives traders an edge

Johnson Controls believes it is now providing stockists with a competitive edge over rivals by making available all the materials needed to market their battery business to UK workshops, fleets and commercial operators, and motorcycle and marine specialists online.

15th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Martin Blakey appointed Tech Europe vice president

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Tech Europe has announced the appointment of Martin Blakey as vice president of sales and marketing for Europe. According to the company, this appointment has been made to ensure that customers receive “the highest levels of service during a period of sustained growth for the Tech and Pang brands of Tyre repair products in the European markets.”

15th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Two new centres added to ECP network

Euro Car Parts says many garage owners are crying out for a modern automotive parts supplier to open in their area, and thus it has been spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting new regions to enter. The company reports adding two new locations – Oxford and the Rochester area – to its network, and this pair of newcomers will be soon joined by a further two centres.

12th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Towers to lead Kwik-Fit Fleet sales team

Kwik-Fit Fleet has appointed Martin Towers to lead its 13-strong sales team. The new corporate and national sales director takes on responsibility for managing both sides of Kwik-Fit Fleet’s sales departments, namely corporate account managers, who handle relationships with contract hire and leasing companies, and area sales managers, who manage partnerships with outright purchase fleets.

12th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Bill Duffy to Lead Halfords Autocentres

Halfords has appointed Bill Duffy as CEO of Halfords Autocentres effective 12 September 2011. Duffy has been chief operating officer at Halfords Autocentres (previously Nationwide Autocentres) since February 2006. According to the company, he has huge experience of the automotive market and garage-servicing sector from his 30 years in the industry and is well qualified to lead the operation through the next phase of its growth.

11th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Market development lobby push for rejuvenation of steel wheels

On 2 August the Steel Market Development Institute’s (SMDI) Wheels Task Force announced plans to begin a lightweight high-strength steel wheel development project, with a “cost-effective design and manufacturing” process. As well as developing the next generation of steel wheel products, it appears that the group also wants to rejuvenate the OE steel wheel market that has faced strong competition from cast and forged aluminium alternatives in recent years. Project results are expected in the Autumn.

11th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Ruia preparing for further growth in automotive sector

It may be currently copping flak over its Dunlop India tyre plant in Sahaganj, West Bengal, yet the Ruia Group seems to be going from strength to strength in another area of the automotive industry. Having snapped up five European vehicle seal manufacturers since 2008, the Indian company is now erecting a Rs 1.1 billion (£14.7 million) greenfield seal manufacturing plant in Pune, Maharashtra state and has plans to establish another in India.

8th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Mitas introduces Agraterra flotation tyre

Designed specifically for use on trailers, the new Agriterra flotation tyre from Mitas delivers significantly better on- and off-road performance than any other premium trailer tyre, combined with greater reliability, reduced downtime, a 15 per cent longer working life and a significant improvement in overall operating economy, according to CGS Tyres, which has just launched it in the UK.

8th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

National Fleet wins Venson account

National Fleet has won the contract to provide fleet services to Venson Automotive Solutions. The contract will cover over 6000 vehicles which provide services to a number of public, private and not-for-profit organisations.

National Fleet reports that it will provide tyre supply and fast-fit solutions for the Venson vehicles via National’s network of over 210 branches nationwide with support from National Fleet’s mobile fitting units.

4th August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

New investment in Trelleborg brakes R&D Centre, Shanghai

Trelleborg has announced its continued investment in the Chinese market with the inauguration of its Shanghai research and development centre, which will offer state-of-the-art technology relating primarily to noise and vibration-damping brake solutions for passenger vehicles, according to a company statement. Trelleborg says that the continued investment in the region is reflective of its long-term strategy to invest in markets with favourable growth potential.

3rd August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

OE deals driving strong Nexen growth in China

Over the past couple of years Korea’s Nexen Tire has enjoyed a growth rate of more than 200 per cent in China, and the tyre maker expects this year’s growth to be no different. A reason for this positive appraisal is the numerous original equipment agreements the company has recently finalised in the People's Republic.

2nd August 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti Automotive names NAFTA communications director

Continental Automotive has appointed Brad Jackson director of communications for the NAFTA region. In his new position, Jackson will join the Marketing and Communications team and report to Kathryn Blackwell, vice-president marketing and communications NAFTA. He will be responsible for overseeing media relations within the region.

26th July 2011/by Tyrepress Editors