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UK’s first all-electric inter-city coach company runs 100% on Michelin tyres

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Ember, the UK’s first all-electric inter-city coach company, is running its fleet of zero tailpipe emission coaches exclusively on Michelin rubber, describing the manufacturer as the ‘hallmark of quality in the industry’. Ember currently has depots in Edinburgh, Dundee, Fort William and Aberdeen, with new premises set to open in locations including Oban and Inverness soon. Its frequent, low-cost services include routes between Dundee, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Stirling, Kinross and Edinburgh Airport.

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Continental OE on new Renault R5

The new Renault 5 E-Tech Electric comes factory fitted with Continental EcoContact 6 Q summer tyres. Continental is supplying tyres in 195/55 R18 93H XL for the all-electric new edition of the “cult classic”. The energy-saving premium tyres bear the Renault-specific sidewall designation “R”. Continental has designed the EcoContact 6 Q tyre for particularly energy-saving and low-noise driving, which particularly benefits electric vehicles such as the R5.

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  1. BYD Atto 3 SUV fitted with Continental OE tyres
  2. Conti OE on new Lynk & Co 02
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Half of dealers say revised ZEV Mandate brings “breathing space” for electric car market

More than half of dealers (53 per cent) say the revised Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate should create “breathing space” for new electric car sales.

Startline’s June Used Car Tracker also shows that 41 per cent believe the changes made show that the government has listened to the motor industry.

These included allowing hybrids to stay on sale until 2035, lower manufacturer fines for not meeting electric car production targets, and more flexible production credits.

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  1. Cenex to conduct electric vehicle charge point feasibility study in Northern Wales
  2. Petrol and diesel ban brought forward
  3. Government EV commitment climbdown could create confusion but has dealer support – NFDA
  4. Enso’s new all-season electric van tyre made in Iris factory
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Don’t fear EV, Matt Cleevely urges workshops

Matt Cleevely, founder of Cleevely EV and one of the UK’s leading advocates for independent electric vehicle (EV) servicing, delivered two impactful sessions on the opening day of Automechanika Birmingham 2025, urging independent garages to take practical, proactive steps into the EV market.

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2025 Guangrao Tyre Exhibition adds new energy and recycling content

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The 2025 Guangrao Tyre Exhibition is about to open in just over two weeks. Running from 15-17 May, this gathering of the Chinese tyre industry will be held at the Guangrao International Expo Center. Tyrepress China learned from the organisers that this year’s exhibition has new highlights.

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  4. Pirelli shareholder Hixih signs Chinese EV strategic partnership
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Cimcorp entering EV manufacturing market

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We know Cimcorp best as a supplier of intralogistics automation to the tyre industry, but the Finnish company now has its sights set on the growing electric vehicle battery-manufacturing sector. It is entering this market in partnership with parent company Murata Machinery Ltd., and sister company AGVE, an automated guided vehicle supplier headquartered in Sweden.

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Kumho’s Nanjing plant raises EV tyre capacity

Kumho is preparing to increase the capacity of new energy vehicle tyres at the Nanjing plant. Specifically, after the construction, the annual capacity of new energy vehicle tyres at this production base will increase from 1.78 million to 3.18 million (an increase of 1.4 million).

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

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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.

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  1. Battery supply chain bottlenecks a threat to EV, low carbon transition – GlobalData
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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.

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

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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.

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  1. IMI forecasts 31 per cent drop in EV qualifications for Q2 2023
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LKQ Academy partners with Varta on vehicle battery training

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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  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
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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.

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  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?
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  4. More consumers need to buy new EVs to provide the used sector with appropriate stock, VRA told
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Yokohama 507U tyres factory-equipped on Isuzu Erga EV bus

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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.

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