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Trimble releases tyre monitoring system

Trimble Navigation has launched a tyre monitoring system for commercial and off-road vehicles. The Trimble TirePulse Tire Monitoring System wirelessly measures tyre temperature and pressure data and conveys these from the jobsite to give real-time tyre pressure and high temperature alerts. Trimble says the system helps fleet managers and site supervisors schedule cost-effective preventative tyre maintenance, extend tyre life, increase fuel efficiency and avoid blowouts.

8th August 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti HD Hybrid impressing Tarrant International with longevity

Irish haulier Tarrant International Transport has declared itself impressed with the longevity of Continental’s new HD Hybrid truck tyre. The drive axle tyre is designed for combined regional and long-haul use, and having achieved 280,000 km already Tarrant is confident that 300,000 km will be reached before the tyres require replacing. Donagh Tarrant, transport manager at the Cork based family-run firm said the performance was “exceptional and well beyond the mileage that we have been getting out of another premium brand.” In fact, he expects nearly to double the mileage achieved by previously fitted tyres.

7th August 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli 1H earnings down, but growing in 2Q

Announcing its results for the first half of 2013, Pirelli has shown a year on year 6.1 per cent reduction in earnings before interest and taxes compared with the first half of 2012. This occurred in spite of a second quarter in which the manufacturer saw signs of improvement, with revenues climbing 8.8 per cent on 2Q 2012 following a 1.3 per cent YoY reduction in the first three months of the year. However, net profit for the quarter was also some way off that of the 94.9 million euro achieved in 2012, at 78 million euro.

6th August 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

YHI reports double digit profit and sales drops 1H 2013

YHI International Limited has reported revenue of S$250.4 million for the first six months ended 30 June 2013. This represents a significant drop from the S$277.4 million reported in the same period last year. But there was worse news when it came to profitability, with the company reporting net profits of S$3.5 million, roughly two-thirds less than the S$11.7 million reported in the same period in 2012. Revenue from the distribution segment, which makes up of 74.9 per cent or S$187.6 million of the total revenue, remains as the main driver of the Group’s turnover in the first half of 2013.

6th August 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

WheelRight offers pressure monitoring without TPMS

UK-based WheelRight is aiming to “revolutionise tyre management across the automotive sector”, with the launch of a tyre-monitoring system designed to help the transport industry save “billions of pounds each year”. According to the company, the product enables critical tyre characteristics to be sent to a mobile phone within seconds, without the driver having to leave the vehicle and without the need for sensors to be fitted to the vehicle.

25th July 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Exol appoints Lundie technical support specialist

Exol Lubricants, the UK’s largest lubricants blender, has appointed Robert Lundie as technical support specialist. Exol says Lundie will be responsible for supporting customers and the Exol sales team with product recommendations and advice on the correct oil for a specific application. Furthermore, he is tasked with writing technical and laboratory reports and ensuring Exol's product quality remains of the highest standard possible.

19th July 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Circuit of Wales gets planning approval

Britain is to get a new race track, following Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s approval of plans for the construction of what will be known as “Circuit of Wales”. It will host all types of racing except Formula One according to news sources.

11th July 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Goodyear Marathon Coach, Ultra Grip Coach now in TreadMax range

Goodyear has announced the availability of its most recent coach tyre products as TreadMax retreads. The TreadMax Marathon Coach all position and TreadMax UltraGrip Coach winter drive moldcure retreads come in size 295/80R22.5. The newly launched products have the same tread pattern, compound and features as their new tyre counterparts, Goodyear states. Both retreads are also regroovable for more life and economy.

2nd July 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Reactions to Government Spending Review

In his Spending Review yesterday, Chancellor George Osborne announced an increase in capital spending on transport to a total of £9.5 bn starting in 2015 and promised the largest investment in roads for half a century. Reaction to the announcement has been swift and generally favourable, with a few caveats; the Freight Transport Association welcomed the news and the recognition that improved transport links are vital for economic recovery.

27th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Nankang focuses on ultra high performance tyre range

Nankang UK notes the brand’s particular focus on the ultra high performance segment, served by the brand’s NS-2, more recent NS-20 and track day NS-2R models. Steve Smith of Nankang Tyre UK believes budgetary constraints have become as relevant to the enthusiastic owner-driver as they are to fleet managers, with both seeking consistent performance at affordable prices, and this is where Nankang is positioned.

13th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Tires launches new Proxes CF2

Toyo Tires has launched a new tyre promising the highest levels of safety, grip and wet-weather performance in an attractive case design that comes in many sizes and fitments. The new Proxes CF2 offers outstanding all-round ability and excellent value for money.

Ideal for medium and high-powered cars, the CF2 utilises the very latest materials and production methods, drawing heavily from Toyo’s UHP and Motorsport ranges to create a tyre that offers exceptionally high levels of safety, durability, and comfort.

7th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Firenza ST-05A aimed at ‘sports minded driving’

The Firenza ST-05A high performance range offers a competitively priced option as a quality mid–range brand for both the UK and European markets specialising in an impressive combination of safety at high speed with drive comfort. That’s the view of the brand’s UK representatives, who pitch the products at “sports minded” drivers.

7th June 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

RHA applauds oil price investigations

The Road Haulage Association delighted to learn that a formal investigation into the issue of oil price fixing is finally under way. Commenting, RHA Chief Executive Geoff Dunning: "Since the original fuel protests way back in 2000, we have been of the opinion that there should be far more transparency among the oil companies. Yet every time we raised the issue our concerns were dismissed out of hand.

20th May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Johnson Controls supplying AGM batteries to Chery Jaguar Land Rover

Johnson Controls, the world’s leading supplier of automotive batteries, will provide its Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) battery technology to Chery Jaguar Land Rover for fitment in vehicles manufactured in China for the domestic market, including those with Start-Stop technology.

17th May 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Mississippi Governor on Yokohama plant decision

The Governor of Mississippi has commented on Yokohama’s decision to locate its new US truck and bus tyre plant within his state. “This is an historic day for Mississippi, and we are proud to welcome this world-leader in tyre manufacturing to our great state,” said Gov. Phil Bryant. “The passing of this legislation will result initially in 500 new jobs, with the potential to create up to 2,000 total jobs, and it will have a positive impact on the state’s economy for years to come.

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