You are here: / electric vehicles

Posts

EV battery recycling becomes critical area for ongoing investments in automotive industry, says GlobalData

Horiba Mira

As the automotive industry accelerates its transition towards electric vehicles (EVs), the focus on sustainable practices has never been more critical. Central to this evolution is the lifecycle management of EV batteries, which poses both opportunities and challenges. As the future of the automotive industry is undoubtedly intertwined with the success of battery recycling, it has become a critical area for ongoing investment and development, says data and analytics company GlobalData.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Battery supply chain bottlenecks a threat to EV, low carbon transition – GlobalData
  2. Conti Begins Series Production of Hybrid Vehicle Batteries
  3. US lab advocates tyre pyrolysis to supply EV batteries
  4. Bosch develops fully automated battery-discharging plant
/0 Comments/by

Rising energy bills affecting UK EV sales

A new survey conducted by Carmoola, the digital car finance lender, has revealed how rising energy prices are deterring Brits from transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs).
The nationally representative survey of 2,000 UK adults found that the cost of electricity is a significant barrier, with many stating they would only consider purchasing an EV if their annual energy bills dropped substantially. Almost a third (28 per cent) of respondents – which equates to approximately 14 million drivers – said that their annual energy bills would need to decrease by £100 or more for them to consider making the switch.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. August car sales up 23 per cent – electric cars account for one in twelve sales
  2. The top ten factors that would persuade a UK driver to buy an electric car
  3. “Justifiable concern” over future
  4. A fully electric car is the best choice for one-in-five new car buyers – What Car?
/by

Cleevely Motors set to host its first IMI-accredited EV training course

,

Cheltenham-based independent garage Cleevely Motors will host its first IMI-accredited training course on February 18-19, 2025. The course, held in partnership with Cotswold Diagnostics, is designed to equip vehicle technicians with IMI Level 2 and Level 3 electric vehicle (EV) qualifications.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. IMI forecasts 31 per cent drop in EV qualifications for Q2 2023
  2. Cleevely Group confirms next ‘At Ease With EV’ training dates
  3. IMI reports record-breaking rise in the number of vehicle technicians becoming EV-ready 
  4. Cleevely EV hosts first garage EV introduction day 
/by

LKQ Academy partners with Varta on vehicle battery training

, ,

LKQ Academy has partnered with battery manufacturer Varta to launch a new course on servicing hybrid, pure electric and hydrogen low voltage batteries. The first set of courses launched on 22 January 22nd.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. University of Warwick in £65 million battery research initiative
  2. Battery breakthrough could see electric cars charged in seconds
  3. Aftermarket of tomorrow — what does the electric motor mean for independent workshops?
  4. ATS Euromaster invests in making centres EV-ready
/by

VRA to discuss electric vehicle battery repair at first 2025 meeting

The UK’s Vehicle Remarketing Association has released details of its first meeting of 2025. The association will discuss the key topics of electric vehicle (EV) battery repair and handling the fallout from motor finance discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs). The meeting will be hosted by member epyx at its Meriden, Warwickshire offices on Thursday, 6 February.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Post-Brexit outlook, autonomy, 2035 EV impact key subjects at VRA meeting
  2. Support for used EV market should feature in Spring Budget – VRA
  3. New VRA white paper focuses on used car battery health
  4. VRA elects new chair and deputy chair
/by

Cleevely Group confirms next ‘At Ease With EV’ training dates

,

Following success throughout 2024, Cleevely Group has announced that its highly acclaimed ‘At Ease With EV’ training courses are set to return in 2025. Aimed at garage owners and technicians with IMI Level 2, 3, or 4 qualifications, the exclusive course offers a unique opportunity to build the confidence and skills needed to tackle the growing demand for EV servicing and repairs.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. IMI forecasts 31 per cent drop in EV qualifications for Q2 2023
  2. IMI reports record-breaking rise in the number of vehicle technicians becoming EV-ready 
  3. UK service sector must ramp up EV technician training – Autotech
  4. IGA welcomes SMF report on UK mobility
/by

Drivers don’t know cars are collecting their data

While cars and their tyres becoming increasingly “intelligent”, the majority of car owners don’t know their vehicle could be collecting data about their driving schedules (72%) and live location (44%), amongst other things. According to research commissioned by Uswitch, less than a third (28%) of car owners read the terms and conditions or data agreements around their car’s data collection capabilities.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Range anxiety, ADAS and unexpected electric vehicle consequences
  2. A fully electric car is the best choice for one-in-five new car buyers – What Car?
  3. ETRMA calls for EC to publish legislative proposal on in-vehicle data access
  4. More consumers need to buy new EVs to provide the used sector with appropriate stock, VRA told
/by

Yokohama 507U tyres factory-equipped on Isuzu Erga EV bus

,

The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has begun supplying its 507U rib-lug tyres for low-floor buses to Isuzu Motors Limited for use as standard equipment on firm’s Erga EV, a battery-electric flat-floor route bus, which was launched in May 2024. The 507U bears Yokohama Rubber’s proprietary “E+” mark to indicate that it has special qualities suitable for electrified vehicles. The ERGA EV is being equipped with 275/70R22.5 148/145J size tyres.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Volvo to develop autonomous electric buses for Singapore
  2. MPs demand £3 billion UK bus investment
  3. Tesla to launch electric truck
  4. Bridgestone supplies ‘hyper-efficient tyre’ for Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX
/by

EV and ADAS focus in Valeo Tech Academy

Valeo has unveiled its new training offering, Valeo Tech Academy. According to the company, the digital and in-person IMI-certified courses being offered through the new platform are set to help reduce growing sector skills shortages, particularly around EVs and ADAS.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Delphi Training Centre retains IMI approval, ADAS and EV course in demand
  2. Autotech supports Petromin’s sustainable mobility plans in Saudi Arabia
  3. Aftermarket of tomorrow — what does the electric motor mean for independent workshops?
  4. Hella joins Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
/by

New car market falls in October, but EV sales rise

,

Sales figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that the UK new car market fell for the second time this year in October, down by -6.0 per cent to 144,288 new registrations. Declines were recorded across all buyer types, with fleets falling for the second time this year, down -1.7 per cent, and the low-volume business market declining -12.8 per cent. Private purchases continued their two-year long wane, down -11.8 per cent, meaning fewer than four in 10 (38.8 per cent) of new cars registered in the first 10 months have gone directly to private buyers.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Dealers optimistic about demand despite current new car issues – NFDA
  2. Best year since 2019 in UK for new car sales
  3. New car sales – best March performance for five years
  4. Buoyant new car sales in June as SMMT calls for VAT cut on public charging
/by

Our Virtual Academy backs campaign to boost EV work at independent garages

,

Our Virtual Academy, a leader in online and face-to-face automotive technical training, is backing the Garage Services Online ‘EV Edge’ campaign to help independent garages get the best return on their electric vehicle (EV) investment. With over 1.25 million EVs already on UK roads, the EV Edge initiative seeks to position independent garages as the preferred choice for hybrid and EV services by significantly enhancing their visibility to EV owners.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Garage Services Online to help workshops break into EV market
  2. UK’s LCV tyre market retained 2019 value in 2020 – GfK
  3. Rapid EV purchase consideration growth, but motorists remain apprehensive – Bridgestone
  4. Webfleet sets record for longest single-charge EV journey
/by

North America launch for ‘extreme’ Pirelli Scorpion A/T tyre

The latest addition to the Pirelli Scorpion line-up takes the range’s legacy “to the next level” by “pushing the Scorpion family to its extreme.” With these bold remarks, Pirelli has launched the Scorpion XTM, an all-terrain tyre designed to meet the demands of electric, plug-in hybrid, and combustion engine trucks and off-road vehicles. The range debuts in North America, with Pirelli not yet indicating if or when it will offer the tyre in European markets.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Pirelli Gets M-B Fitment
  2. Pirelli Scorpion range selected for Rivian electric vehicles
  3. Pirelli takes up the challenges in the United States
  4. Pirelli Selects New Logistics Company
/by

Enduring sustainability: Michelin shares whole life performance and electric vehicle tyre strategy

, ,

Driven by the company’s corporate belief that mobility is a human right and essential for flourishing and freedom, Michelin is committed to decarbonising mobility and – of course – tyres play a key role in that. During a recent visit to Michelin’s Clermont-Ferrand headquarters and Ladoux research and development facility in France, Michelin executives articulated how that grand vision relates to the tyres and vehicles of today as well as the technology of tomorrow.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Michelin presents sustainability-infused strategy to capital markets
  2. Car owners report EVs wear through tyres faster – JD Power
  3. Electric Audi e-tron SUV to run on Bridgestone tyres as original equipment
  4. Bridgestone Enliten technology gets premiere on Volkswagen ID.3
/by

Conti OE on new Lynk & Co 02

On 11 October Lynk & Co unveiled its first electric vehicle for the European market, the Lynk & Co 02. The debut marks the first global launch of a new model for Lynk & Co. And what’s more the new car came out on Continental tyres.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. BYD Atto 3 SUV fitted with Continental OE tyres
  2. Bridgestone bespoke EV-tyres on BMW iX
  3. 1180 bhp Ariel Hipercar had Michelin OE tyres
  4. Continental tyres OE on new smart #3 Brabus
/by

Bridgestone e-CENTRE concept ‘an evolution in the future of tyre retail’

,

Bridgestone has unveiled its Bridgestone e-CENTRE garage concept, calling it “an evolution in the future of tyre retail.” Using tyre retailer’s future Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) requirements identified in partnership with consulting firm Ernst & Young, Bridgestone developed an assessment including 85 different criteria. Retailers will be assessed on these standards, enabling them to achieve Bridgestone e-CENTRE status.

Membership Required

If you are not yet a Tyrepress or Tyres & Accessories subscriber, you can change that here.

Subscribe now

Becoming a member has benefits such as:

  • Read our sector-leading articles in full
  • Full analysis of tyre business segments
  • Read Tyres & Accessories magazine online/in print

Already a member? Log in here

Related news:

  1. Bridgestone & Webfleet debut EV Services Platform
  2. Bridgestone sells Kingsway to Lodge Tyres
  3. Kwik Fit owner Itochu prepares for sale scenario
  4. Four out of five consumers changing tyre shopping behaviour
/by

We see you are visiting us from China.

If you would like the latest news from the Chinese tyre industry in Chinese, visit our partner site TyrepressChina.com. Or click below to continue on Tyrepress.