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Autogem exhibits i-sensor TPMS system

Autogem displayed its new i-sensor TPMS system at the CV Show 2013. The programmable system allows workshops to configure and diagnose blank and programmed sensors through a contact-less scan with the i-sensor Tool. The i-sensor Blank is a universal sensor that can be programmed effectively to become any one of more than 90 per cent of current original equipment sensors by the tool. More details on the product are available on Tyrepress.com (see below) and in February's Tyres & Accessories magazine.

5th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Supertracker displays STR210R aligner prototype

Wheel alignment specialist Supertracker has unveiled the prototype of its new STR210R aligner. The fully computerised laser wheel aligner will be introduced into the market in the near future, and was on display at the CV Show 2013 for inspection and discussion with a member of Supertracker's national sales team.

5th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

New TruckForce fleet a focus at CV Show 2013

TruckForce, Goodyear Dunlop’s dedicated mobile service and breakdown network, is taking delivery of 60 additional Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313 CDIs at a rate of one per day from Birmingham dealer Midlands Truck & Van. The new fleet was the focus of its activities at the CV Show. Based across TruckForce’s 15 operating centres, “hubs” for its satellite locations across England and Wales, they are being used by technicians who repair, replace and service customers’ tyres at their premises or at the roadside. The Sprinters are fitted with engine-driven PTOs which power on-board compressors, as well as Hope Safe-T-bar rear safety bumpers and roof-mounted flashing beacons.

3rd June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

RH Claydon displays Basoon range at CV Show

Wholesaler RH Claydon exhibited a number of exclusive brands, including the new Basoon range. John Parker, business development and purchasing director, showed a sample selection of the range, attracting a lot of attention, especially from visitors looking for a value for money TBR product. “The Basoon range is expertly manufactured in China under the direction of SD-International implementing innovative European design engineering techniques with all tyres being rigorously tested and approved for all quality control legislation. The range consists of ten pattern options covering all truck and trailer applications.”

30th May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

GT Radial's first city bus tyre makes debut

GT Radial exhibited its first city bus tyre in addition to displaying its GT Assist programme at the CV Show. The GAU861 has an extra reinforced sidewall protector to ensure maximum resistance to curbing and impact damage, while its tread pattern comes with a new depth of 20.2mm to improve mileage performance. Available initially in 275/70R22.5, the tyre can be used in both steer and drive positions on both 4×2 and 6×2 configurations and is M+S marked indicating excellent traction in mud and snow conditions.

29th May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone shows newest truck tyres at CV Show

Bridgestone displayed its new R-Steer and R-Drive regional truck tyres, along with the latest addition to its fuel saving range, the Ecopia H-Trailer at the CV Show. The manufacturer states that its high profile presence at the show attracted scores of fleet managers and industry professionals following up interest after visiting its stand. It estimates that hundreds of people learned more about the brand and its portfolio of products at the NEC,

24th May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Kirkby increases Sailun exposure with CV Show stand

Kirkby Tyres’ Commercial Vehicle Show stand gave over a large proportion of its Hall Five space to displaying Sailun Tyres’ 16-strong range of TBR tyres. One of major UK distributors of truck, agricultural, plant and quad tyres, Kirkby are the sole distributor of Sailun truck tyres in the UK and Ireland. The distributor was pleased with the number of enquiries about the range, and went as far as to say that it was “our best ever.”

23rd May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Hankook to ‘fill the gap’ between medium and long haul with CV Show launch

In addition to unveiling its Alphatread retread range at the Commercial Vehicle Show, Hankook will also host the world premiere of its latest truck tyre solution – one it says will “fill the gap between medium and long haul.” Other CV Show highlights for Hankook include a stand visit from the Northampton Saints Rugby Club and a competition to win VIP tickets to the Europa League Semi Final.

28th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Texa goes on tour

TEXA is undertaking a tour of key venues throughout the UK in order to showcase its hardware and software products. Texa reports that, “due to the lack of trade shows in the UK” the company has decided to stage a series of events to support customers.

12th February 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

UK the pilot market for Hankook retreads

During the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Germany, Hankook UK sales director Barrie Horrocks shared with Tyres & Accessories that the tyre maker plans on launching its own bead-to-bead retreads in the first quarter of 2013, and the UK has been chosen as the pilot market for the new range. The retreaded products will be marketed under the ‘Hankook Alphatread’ name and will be initially available in three sizes that mirror new tyre patterns.

21st September 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

CV Show increases attendance at over 16,000

The organisers of the Commercial Vehicle Show 2012 and Workshop 2012 have announced that, subject to ABC Audit, the attendance figure for this year's Show at over 16,000 has once again topped the figure for the previous year.

30th May 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Infinity at CV Show with UK distributor RH Claydon

Infinity Tyres’ truck products were recently displayed at the Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC, Birmingham. The manufacturer said that the brand’s presence on the stand was a measure of its support of the UK market and its authorised UK and Northern Ireland dealer, RH Claydon. Infinity also said the show is widely recognised as a premier meeting place for British and European transport, distribution and logistics businesses.

17th May 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Truck Tyre Solutions’ CV Show debut

Birmingham-based Truck Tyre Solutions (TTS) made its debut at this year's CV Show as part of the company's profile development programme. With a distinctive stand display the company's main objective was to further enhance brand awareness of the Firenza truck tyre range for which TTS act as the appointed exclusive distributors throughout the UK. A full selection of the Firenza truck range were on display for inspection and TTS sales director, Carl Falconer states that there was an encouraging response to the brand throughout the show. He added: “It is a good mid-range performing tyre that continues to gain recognition from our fleet customers.

8th May 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Supertracker unveiled new truck aligner at CV Show

Southampton-based wheel alignment specialist Supertracker launched its new computerised truck aligner – the STR 410T – at the recent CV Show in Birmingham.

Although primarily known in the market as car alignment specialists, Supertracker has been involved in truck alignment for a long time and the introduction of the STR 410T signals the next development in what continues to be an expanding market for the company.

8th May 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-On releases 12.2 version software download

Snap-on has announced the release of the new 12.2 software download for its best selling ‘family’ of hand-held diagnostic tools and now including coverage of the Kia and Suzuki models.

“Continued and committed software development ensures that Snap-on customers’ diagnostic tools remain consistently powerful and productive in the workplace,” says Mark Ost, UK sales director for Snap-on Diagnostics. “Our new 12.2 software download has built yet again on the previous software releases to provide profitable features to help the workshop technician deal with the sophisticated technology used on today’s modern vehicles.

20th April 2012/by Tyrepress Editors