Goodyear representatives say they are “delighted” the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 has been named as the “best summer tyre” in the 2012 Auto Express Product Awards. The win follows the tyre’s first place ranking in the highly popular automotive magazine’s “Big Tyre Test” in September 2011.
The April issue of Which? magazine put a total of 26 tyres (sizes 165/70 R14T and 205/55 R16V) to the test and ranked each according to its performance in the areas of dry and wet braking and handling, wet grip on straights and bends, noise, fuel consumption and wear. Continental, which received a “best buy” recommendation for its ContiEcoContact 5 in the 14-inch category and ContiPremiumContact 5 in the larger fitment, reports its satisfaction in being the only tyre maker to receive this distinction for both sizes.
Bridgestone’s new Contact Area Information Sensing technology (CAIS) has won an industry award for the second time in as many months. Spain’s leading economic and financial magazine, Actualidad Económica has selected Bridgestone’s CAIS safety technology as one of the “100 Best Ideas of the Year” in the automotive category.
Nexen Tyre has received plaudits in a number of recent German motoring magazine tyre tests. According to the company, Nexen was awarded second place in the summer tyre test carried out by promobil, the motorhome magazine, as well as coming 11th out of 50 in the extensive ‘brake’ test carried out by Auto Bild. Auto Bild “sportscars” awarded Nexen with the “recommended” grade and Nexen also scored well at the ADAC.
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A table ranking corporate reputation published by Fortune magazine has named Alcoa jointly the most-admired metals company in the world with ArcelorMittal, the European integrated steel and mining company. The wheel manufacturer received top ranking in sustainability and innovation, which its representatives say is testament to Alcoa’s ongoing leadership in two areas that are key to the success of Alcoa’s business; customers and communities.
Dunlop claims to be the largest supplier of original equipment and replacement market motorcycle tyres in the US, and to cater to this important market the company has launched an all-new website. The dunlopmotorcycle.com site is designed specifically for the American market and its content includes racing news and insider views, tyre technology insights, videos, tips, care and maintenance information, a tyre fitment guide and tyre catalogue, a special section for Dunlop Download Magazine, plus a gallery of free downloadable wallpaper images covering race bikes, customs and more.
A beta version of the Michelin Restaurants website has gone live, and the French company welcomes the involvement of online users and restaurant operators in finalising the site. Michelin explains that the http://restaurant.michelin.fr site – at present the Michelin Restaurants concept only covers France – offers a multi-criteria search engine that allows users to choose a restaurant corresponding to their desires and budget.
Brembo has won hat-trick of prizes in German motoring magazines. With German motorists being known for their high standards, Brembo is keen to point out it success with magazines: Motorrad, Auto Motor und Sport and Auto Bild.
Infinity Tyres has announced that the company will publish a self-titled lifestyle magazine in a bid to communicate the multifaceted nature of the brand. According to the company, Infinity likes to think of itself as more than just a tyre brand.
The January 2012 issue of Practical Performance Car magazine ranks Varta in first place in the publication’s car battery product test. The company’s Silver Dynamic product topped the test and the Blue Dynamic battery was “recommended” in joint second place. This follows the “Best Buy” Award from Car Mechanics magazine in 2011 for the Silver Dynamic battery.
Nokian claims a pair of tyre test victories for its summer products; the Nokian Z G2 scored a win in the German Volkswagen and Audi specialist magazine “Gute Fahrt”, while the Nokian H took top honours in the “Auto Zeitung”, which is also published in Germany.
Consumer voting for the 2012 Motor Codes Garage of the Year opened today (Friday 24 February) with a four-page special published in The Sun. The award has changed slightly in 2012, with the addition of award categories reflecting large and small garages. Motor Codes has also gained support from a headline competition sponsor, Havoline.
During the last year Toyo Tires held onto the title of fastest ‘SUV in the world’ using the Proxes S/T’s on SPORTEC’s modified Porsche Cayenne Turbo at Germany’s high speed Oval course, the ATP. The Proxes S/T range was specifically selected for its ability to deliver a powerful combination of superb handling, confident performance and smooth assured stability. And according to the Japanese tyre manufacture, this is just one example of how Toyo Tires recognises that not all off road vehicles are driven by off-road enthusiasts. It also helps to explain why the company offers a range of tyres to suit all 4x4s.
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