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Techking Launches Upgraded Truck Tyres Range

Techking Tires reports that its latest generation truck tyres, scheduled for an April 2010 launch, will feature all-new design, features and performance. These features include, Techking reports, 15 degree ETL (Enhanced Tread Life) design, Techking ‘Force’ pattern design and a computer optimised shoulder design. These features, it adds, increase mileage and durability. Furthermore, heat release efficiency has particularly been taken into account in the new generation tyres.

1st April 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Cam Systems Launches CAMWiki as Extension of 20:20 Customer Charter

The latest application taken on as part of Cam Systems’ software and support service, the 20:20 Customer Charter, is to be launched in April. CAMWiki will be available to customers who have signed up for Cam’s 32 Bit Cameo implementation and will give access to existing and new product information, general news, benefit commentaries, user documentation and ”how-to” guides as well as “Flash Traffic” service updates and product sheet downloads.

31st March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

US Launch for Haweka Axis 4000

Haweka is gearing up to launch its Axis 4000 truck wheel aligner in the US. The heavy duty commercial vehicle alignment system will be distributed in this market by Haweka USA and the company comments that the Axis 4000 “promises to revolutionise the heavy-duty alignment of a full range of commercial vehicles such as long-haul trucks, buses, multi-axle cranes and agricultural vehicles” in the same way that existing Haweka product lines have benefitted car wheel balancing.

22nd March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Notches Up 12th Consecutive Sebring Win

On March 19 Michelin became the first tyre manufacturer ever inducted into the Sebring International Raceway (Florida, USA) Hall of Fame, an accomplishment achieved through winning overall victories in the last 11 consecutive Twelve Hours of Sebring races. The following day a twelfth victory was added to Michelin’s tally. Along with its technical partner teams from Peugeot, Aston Martin, Porsche, Highcroft HPD, and Ferrari, the tyre maker secured the top six positions overall in the opening even of the 2010 American Le Mans Series. First and second places were secured by the Peugeot Sport team’s 12 cylinder, turbo diesel 908 HDI FAP cars, followed by the Lola Aston Martin in third place.

22nd March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

GITI Tire IPO Reportedly Near

Reuters reports that GITI Tire intends to launch a US$400 – 500 million initial public share offer in Hong Kong in the near future. The news agency states that a ‘source’ indicated Giti Tire plans to seek Hong Kong listing committee approval in the coming two weeks, aiming to list shares in April. The deal is, adds Reuters, sponsored by BofA Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse.

8th March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Blackcircles.com Website Wins Hitwise Award

Blackcircles.com’s newly updated site recently received a Hitwise award for being in the top 10 in the United Kingdom 'Shopping and Classifieds – Automotive' category. Mike Welch, Blackcircles.com's managing director and founder said:"I'm delighted with what the guys have developed. The site is looking great and is a lot easier to get to grips with. This is an important step for us and shows our ongoing commitment to improve our customer's online experience. I'm confident that everyone will find our new website a lot easier to use and that their experience with Blackcircles.com will now be better than ever".

1st March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Simex Adds SE65 to Industrial Range

Last year Continental made the decision to begin importing industrial and earthmover tyres manufactured by joint venture partner Simex into the UK and Ireland. The range available in this sector has now been expanded through the launch of the Simex SE65, a product designed for the construction industry.

26th February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Interstate to Exhibit at Recaufair

Netherlands based manufacturer Interstate Tire & Rubber has announced its participation in Brazil’s Recaufair tyre show between April 13 and 16, 2010. The company plans to launch its brand new Interstate Eco Tour Plus tyre into the South American market during the Sao Paulo show. Interstate reports that its market share in South America is “growing rapidly”, and according to company vice-president Theo de Vries, the region represents a “fast growing market with excellent opportunities for Interstate.”

11th February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Tires Launch New Motorsport Tyre: Proxes R1R

Toyo’s new Proxes R1R has been released into the UK market. Designed for trackday enthusiasts, the tyre met its market on the Time Attack stand at the Autosport Show. Japanese car giant Mitsubishi chose to have the Toyo Proxes R1R as original equipment for its latest Evo, the Evo 10 FQ-400 which has over 400bhp (hence the name). It is available in sizes from 15” to 18” and in profiles from 55 series to 35 series.

27th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Thorite: Take the YouTube to a New Compressor

Compressor company, Thorite has taken to the web to market its latest range of products with five YouTube videos demonstrating some of its best selling pneumatic products in action. Four of the videos are hosted by Thorite’s genial marketing manager, Richard Vaughan, and cover subjects such as: “Choosing a Suitable Compressor”; “Compressor Use & Maintenance”; “Choosing and Using an Air Nailer”; “Thorite Portatyre Portable Tyre Inflator”; and “Thorite Trelawny Long Reach Scaler.”

26th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Makes its Citroën OE Debut

At the start of 2008 it was stated that the upcoming launch of two new Citroën models, scheduled for release in the second half of 2009, would end more than seven decades of exclusive Michelin supply to the French manufacturer in Europe. This day has finally arrived – Bridgestone has announced OE supply on the 2010 C3 compact and the DS3, the first model in Citroën’s new premium DS line.

20th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Kwik-Fit to Sell Marangoni Tyres

Kwik-Fit is to supply Marangoni tyres from 1 February 2010, with all UK Kwik Fit centres receiving stocks of the company’s car, van and SUV tyres. Commenting on the new partnership, Greg Graham, UK brand manager, Marangoni Car Tyre Division said: “We are delighted that our brand has been chosen by Kwik Fit and we feel that it fits their requirements perfectly. Our exceptional value for money brand proposition was immediately recognised by Kwik Fit, as was the increasing consumer visibility we have worked hard to build over the years.”

Kwik-Fit’s Head of Buying, Keith Tabram, commented: “We are delighted to be working with Marangoni and look forward to a long and successful partnership. The Marangoni brand will strengthen our mid-range offering, giving customers a higher quality product, available in more sizes and with a reliability of supply from Europe that other manufacturers can struggle to achieve. Kwik-Fit’s customers will continue to benefit from the same range of benefits and peace of mind that we currently offer on our mid-range tyres.”

18th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

WTO Agrees to Hear China Tyre Tariff Complaint

News reports from Geneva say that the World Trade Organization will now launch a formal investigation into the Obama Administration’s imposition of a three-year added tariff on imported China-made consumer tyres. The first meeting in the investigation is supposed to occur on January 19, according to reports. Reports say that it could take as long as a year for the case to be resolved.

11th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

New Touchless Alloy Wheel Measuring Machine

At the beginning of November, the Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation and Automation, IFF, Magdeburg in Germany and the Ascona Company, Meckenbeuren, invited leading wheel industry representative to the launch of a new touchless alloy wheel measuring machine. What’s different about the new equipment it that the new 3D laser wheel measuring machine makes possible for the first time the contactless measuring of light metal wheels directly in the production sequence.

8th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Billion Euro Rights Issue Another Refinancing ‘Milestone’ for Conti

The issuance of 31 million new Continental AG shares, valued at 35 euros apiece, is anticipated to increase the company’s capital by approximately 18 per cent. This rights issue, approved by Conti’s Supervisory Board on the evening of January 6, has been described by Continental as “another significant milestone” in its plan to improve its capital and financing structure, and the capital raised along with the 2.5 billion euro loan announced last month will be used to repay the company’s 3.5 billion euro Tranche B debt, which is due in August.

7th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors