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IAM: Government cuts mean councils will spend less on winter roads

The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) is warning that many of Britain’s roads will become more hazardous for motorists as the frosts and local council cuts bite. In spite of the last two winters of severe cold, snow and ice, many councils are planning to cut back on winter road services, including salting. The suggestion is that this could lead to more accidents. Last year there was a 37 per cent increase in the number of cars overturning in snow and ice, according to the IAM.

31st October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Ringtons switches fleet to Michelin

Leading tea and coffee retailer Ringtons has signed up with Michelin in a deal that will see the manufacturer provide tyres for its 200-vehicle fleet of light commercial vehicles. The Newcastle company had fitted mid-range tyres two years ago in an attempt to reduce costs. Its fleet manager Stephen Killinger says that the cheaper product led to a greater frequency of replacement due to a reduction in tyre life.

28th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Survey: Small car, van and truck fleets as smart as larger fleets when it comes to fuel

Fleets with fewer than 25 cars, vans and trucks apply almost as much control to buying petrol and diesel as those with more than 25 vehicles, according to new research by MIB Data Solutions. The company asked 3003 companies with fewer than 25 vehicles and 616 with more than 25 how they acquired fuel (The results do not total 100 per cent because some use more than one method of purchasing).

Nick Boddington, managing director, said: “The results of this survey are quite surprising. Certainly, we expected a much greater disparity between small and large fleets when it comes to the amount of control they apply to fuel buying but the figures for all the methods of purchasing we investigated are very similar.

26th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli thanks customers for Tyre Manufacturer of the Year TAFF award

Pirelli has thanked customers and staff after being named Tyre Manufacturer of the Year at the National Tyre Distributors Association’s 2011 Tyre and Fast Fit (TAFF) Awards. Dominic Sandivasci, managing director of Pirelli UK commented: “We are delighted to receive this prestigious award which recognizes the hard work and effort of the entire Pirelli team in delivering the premium products and services demanded and deserved by the UK industry. I am extremely proud of our UK team for their contribution towards this prestigious accolade, and would like to place on record our grateful thanks and appreciation to everyone who voted for us.”

26th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Nexen supports the ‘Pink Ribbon’ campaign in Korea

Nexen Tyre Corporation is supporting the ‘Pink Ribbon’ international campaign against breast cancer in Korea for the first time. Tyre manufacturer Nexen Tyre said it wants to increase awareness of the illness and highlight the importance of check-ups.

25th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Tyresure introduces truck and bus TPMS

Tyresure has passenger car and trailer TPMS systems on the market already; now the system manufacturer is introducing its new unit for use on trucks and buses. The system can handle up to four tyres per axle and up to six axles, allowing 24 separate pressures and temperatures to be monitored and relayed back to the driver with fully automatic alerts. Tyresure UK managing director Ian Smith commented: “In the current financial climate, this is something all operators can opt for, with minimal outlay, to significantly reduce their costs and improved their HSE procedures.

24th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Trelleborg hosts Massey Ferguson’s 7600 Series 185hp – 235hp tractor launch

Trelleborg Wheel Systems’ manufacturing facility in Tivoli, near Rome, Italy, was the venue for Massey Ferguson’s international presentation of its completely new MF 7600 Series tractor range. The event, held on 15 and 16 September 2011, was attended by key management from Massey Ferguson and Trelleborg as well as specialized media from 16 European countries.

19th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Mercedes-Benz dealer orders four Haweka aligners

A Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle dealer covering the North East of England has invested in four Haweka Axis200-2 wheel aligners, turn plates and car kits. Bell Truck and Van in Billingham, Gateshead, Longbenton and Spennymoor says the investment will enable them “to help customers save costs on fuel and tyres”. The dealer group purchased the aligners from Haweka after seeing a demonstration of the equipment in their workshops.

18th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

ITMA offers help with tyre labelling compliance

Described by some as one of the biggest changes to affect the tyre industry in recent years, much ballyhooed new tyre labelling regulations for car and truck tyres will come into force from 1 November 2012. The regulations are designed to provide consumers with information on the tyre’s fuel efficiency, wet grip and external rolling noise so they are able to make a more informed choice when selecting new tyres. but they also mean that manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers alike would do to get their houses in order well in advance of the deadline.

17th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone: Tyre management key to reducing fleet operating costs

After labour and fuel costs, tyres are one of the largest items in a truck fleet operator’s budget, representing a valuable asset that requires careful management, Bridgestone representatives recently told Tyres & Accessories.

17th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Lanxess to invest in Brazil facilities

Tyre industry customers will benefit from one of three recently announced Lanxess investments in Brazil. The company reported on October 6 that it will build two new plants at its Porto Feliz site, which is located State of São Paulo. One of these new facilities, run by the Lanxess subsidiary Rhein Chemie, will produce Rhenoshape curing bladders, a product used to give tyres their final shape and properties. The new Porto Feliz plant will also manufacture the rubber additive Rhenogran.

10th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Vettel claims first ‘Pirelli’ F1 world title in half a century

Despite Jenson Button’s victory in the Japanese Grand Prix, the British driver found himself sharing the limelight with rival Sebastian Vettel, whose third place finish landed him the first Formula One World Championship to be won on Pirelli tyres since 1957. Vettel started the race in pole position needing only one point to be crowned champion for the second time. The German Red Bull driver is now the youngest double world champion in Formula One history and the ninth driver to win two titles in a row.

10th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Button ahead after Japan Grand Prix practice

McLaren driver Jenson Button – the only person who is theoretically able to deprive Red Bull Racing’s Sebastian Vettel of the championship this year – set the fastest time in both of the two free practice sessions for the Japan Grand Prix at Suzuka this weekend.

7th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Museum unveils Yokohama green tyre exhibit

On October 4, Boston’s Museum of Science officially opened its “Making a Greener Tire” display, which highlight’s Yokohama Tire Corporation’s use of orange oil as a raw material. The tyre maker is represented in the display by one of its orange oil-infused tyres, the Yokohama BluEarth-1, and its Airtex inner liner, a product aimed at reducing air seepage from the tyre.

6th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Bosch batteries and chargers

Bosch reports that members of its battery range landed both ‘Best Buy’ and ‘Recommended’ accolades in this year’s Car Mechanics magazine awards. The tests used to determine the best product in each category looked at usability, durability, capacity and cranking. The Bosch S5 Silver Plus, which features 610 cranking Amps, a 63AH capacity and a five-year warranty, was determined the ‘Best Buy’ – with the maximum score of 20/20, while the – Bosch S4 Silver, with 540 cranking Amps and 60AH capacity, received a ‘Recommended’ accolade.

5th October 2011/by Tyrepress Editors