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Infinity-backed AMD achieves Pro Class British Drifting victory

Acorn Motorsport Division (AMD), backed by Infinity Tyres has claimed victory in the Pro Class of the Maxxis Tyres British Drift Championship at the Teesside Autodrome. Mark Lappage secured the top step of the podium in mixed weather conditions over the weekend. “To get my first ever win under my belt is truly inspiring. It’s given me the confidence to know the car is good enough to beat everyone so I will keep pushing to match these results in the future,” said Lappage in reference to his victory.

13th July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

IGA refutes ‘slur’ on independent garages

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"The suggestion that independent garages having access to vehicle manufacturer technical information is the cause of a rise in car crime is entirely false and unfounded" said Stuart James, Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI) Independent Garage Association (IGA) Director, commenting on a recent press article.

12th July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Maxxis sweeps podium at Teesside in BDC

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The Maxxis British Drift Championship completed the first half of its season at the Teesside Autodrome, and the title sponsor’s MAZ1 Drift tyres were used to great effect by the pace-setters; the Maxxis-sponsored Team Japspeed and SATS Motorsport took the top three places in the Super Pro class, while the former team claimed an unexpected victory in the Team Triple Drift Event. Meanwhile the BDC will be represented by the Infinity Tyres and distributor Bond International sponsored Acorn Motorsport Division (AMD) at ‘Drift Experience’ when it visits the Santa Pod Raceway on 26 July.

10th July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

European cars getting greener

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Preliminary figures released by the European Environment Agency show that Europeans are buying more efficient cars, with average carbon dioxide emissions from cars continuing to fall.

4th July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

ITMA welcomes Aeolus as latest member

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Aeolus Tyres has signed up as a member of the Imported Tyre Manufacturers’ Association. The Chinese manufacturer is the fourth tyre maker to join ITMA this year – Shandong Linglong and Nexen Tire were named as members in February and news of Triangle Tyre’s membership was given at the end of April.

2nd July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Great opportunities for Euro-Tyre at Reifen 2012

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Mischa Driessen, purchasing manager at Euro-Tyre, reported a “very busy” Reifen 2012 to Tyres & Accessories. The Venlo, Netherlands-based wholesaler’s stand at the Essen show was a centre of activity between 5 and 8 June. “We had plenty of people on the stand, both old and new customers.” Driessen commented. “It was a great opportunity to exchange information. We are happy with the show, and we’ll be back for certain next time.”

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2nd July 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti introduces truck tyre visual alignment indicators

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Continental Tyres has introduced new visual alignment indicators (VAI) on two long distance truck tyre sizes; the first time such indicators have become available on truck tyres in Europe. The VAIs aim to show operators incorrect wheel alignment on trucks and trailers more easily and without the use of expensive electronic measuring systems. Conti says the system should help fleet operators to spot excessive positive or negative camber angles or too much toe-in or toe-out, all of which can decrease tyre life through uneven wear and increase fuel consumption. Early detection through a simple visual check can be carried out as part of a routine maintenance inspection.

28th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Ban HGVs on Sundays, says IHE president

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Richard Hayes, the incoming president of the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE), has certainly started his term with a bang by calling for HGVs to be banned from UK motorways on Sundays and has written to Roads Minister Mike Penning, asking for the Department of Transport to investigate the possibility.

28th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Reifen first-timer Eversafe Rubber aiming for greater European presence

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Although Eversafe Rubber has been producing retreading products for more than three decades now, this year was the Malaysian company’s first time exhibiting at Reifen Essen. During the show Tyres & Accessories spoke with export manager Eu Hong Lim, who shared that business had been good for Eversafe Rubber during the show. “Reifen is the most prominent, important tyre show in the world,” he commented. “This is our first time exhibiting in Essen; we chose to attend as an exhibitor this year as we want to start expanding our presence in Europe. Reifen also gives us an opportunity to meet old friends and customers.”

27th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Alfred Graham elected ITMA President

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The Imported Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ITMA) has elected Alfred Graham as president with immediate effect. Graham previously held the position of association treasurer for the last eight years and succeeds David Seward who stood down as president at the end of his two-year term.

27th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Americas appoints new CIO

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Bridgestone Americas recently announced that Tim Walsh, who previously served as Bridgestone Americas corporate controller, has been named chief information officer for the company. Walsh will be responsible for overall leadership of Bridgestone’s IT function, including making enhancements to the company’s IT organisation and overseeing strategy and implementation to ensure efficient delivery of IT services.

26th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone OE on Ferrari FF

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The Ferrari FF was officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year and is now on sale for £227,077, plus optional extras. The Italian manufacturer’s latest offering is available in various rim and tyre sizes, and Bridgestone reports its Potenza S001 has been chosen as one of the original equipment fitments for the four-seat, four wheel drive Ferrari.

26th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Translogik gets further tyre tool order from EDP

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Transense Technologies plc reports that its Translogik Ltd trading division has received a further order for 60 of its truck tyre inspection kits from its French partner, EDP. The tools will be supplied as part of EDP's commercial fleet management systems. Jean-Luc Giusti, CEO of EDP commented: "We are continuing to develop our range of electronic tyre inspection solutions that integrate the Translogik tools with our commercial fleet management software. Our customers demand systems that can operate reliably and accurately, 24/7, and the best-in-class Translogik solution is the only tool we recommend."

26th June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

New sales manager for Cooper Tire France

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Hubert Plouchart has joined the French subsidiary of Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Europe. Holding a BTS in Management and a Masters in Business and Marketing from ESSEC, Plouchart was formerly head of National Sales of the glass repair department at Speedy France.

22nd June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

May figures show continued downward trend in Europe

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Market figures released by Pirelli yesterday show Europe continues to be at home to lackluster tyre sales. According to the Italian manufacturer’s data, original equipment passenger car tyre market volumes in May 2012 declined 13 per cent year-on-year, while the replacement segment experienced a ten per cent year-on-year drop. Year to date, volumes in the original equipment and replacement markets have declined seven per cent and 13 per cent respectively. Pirelli’s May figures support data released by Michelin on 13 June; the French tyre maker reported that Europe’s original equipment passenger car tyre market sank 12.2 per cent during May, while the replacement market declined 6.8 per cent.

22nd June 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

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