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Geneva launch for ‘BA’ rated Goodyear range

Goodyear has introduced its EfficientGrip Performance tyre line at the Geneva motor show. The range will ultimately be available in 90 sizes from 14 to 18-inches, with 23 sizes available as of the start of March 2013. According to Goodyear, 21 tyres out of the currently-sold 23 tyres in the EfficientGrip Performance portfolio has been given an ‘A’ label rating for wet grip and a ‘B’ rating for rolling resistance, plus what the tyre maker says are “some of the lowest decibel values available on the market for such a range of sizes.”

11th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Evolution of Bridgestone’s Blizzak LM-80 launched

Bridgestone has introduced an upgraded version of its Blizzak LM-80. Displaying the new Blizzak LM-80 EVO at the Geneva motor show, the tyre maker said the new SUV tyre features three improvements designed to upgrade snow and wet performance: New sipe distribution for traction, a new silica-rich compound developed exclusively for European winter conditions, and an optimised centre rib and shoulder block design for improved handling and road holding.

8th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli to denote homologations on P Zero, Cinturato P7 sidewalls

One of the innovations Pirelli has on display at the Geneva Motor Show is ‘autographed’ original equipment tyres. Going into greater detail, the Italian tyre maker explains that the so-called autographs are unique sidewall markings that indicate the rubber compound used in a tyre has been specifically developed to meet a particular vehicle manufacturer’s requirements. Pirelli will include this marking on OEM homologated versions of its P Zero and Cinturato P7.

7th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

European launch for Bridgestone’s ‘urban sporty’ tyre

The Geneva Motor Show has served as a backdrop for the official European debut of Bridgestone’s Potenza Adrenalin RE002. The premium sport tyre was first introduced last year, and Bridgestone says the aftermarket-only tyre was launched across Europe in February. The range focuses on 15 to 18-inch rim diameters and 60 to 40 series; the manufacturer describes the Potenza Adrenalin RE002 as an “urban sporty, offering car enthusiasts a daily driving sensation with sharp steering response and exhilarating sporty handling.”

7th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin prototype on Geneva-launched eco Citroën

The Citroën Hybrid Air has enjoyed its world premiere at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, and the technology is expected to be in production by 2016. Based on a petrol engine and hydraulic components (engine and pump) but no battery, the French car maker states that Hybrid Air technology combines ground-breaking performance with maximum accessibility. Citroën claims the Hybrid Air demonstrator can achieve 2.9 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres, with carbon dioxide emissions capped at 68 grammes per kilometre; in comparison the Citroën C3, at the same power, uses 4.5 litres of fuel for 100 kilometres and emits 104 grammes of carbon dioxide per kilometre.

6th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Vredestein launches Ultrac Vorti R

In addition to debuting its Alnac 4G, Apollo Tyres has released its latest Vredestein-branded product at the Geneva Motor Show. This new Apollo Vredestein release is the Ultrac Vorti R, an ultra high performance tyre with an “increased focus on grip and sportiness.” The Ultrac Vorti R was developed in collaboration with Italian design house, Giugiaro.

6th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone shows ‘Large & Narrow’ concept

In the future we may return to the past, at least when it comes to tyre dimensions – tomorrow’s tyres may take their cues from the large diameter, thin tyres of the 1920s and 1930s. By giving tyres a larger vertical diameter and increasing their internal air pressure, it is possible to limit changes in the shape of the contact patch, the section of the tyre that comes in contact with the road. Furthermore, by optimising the structure of tyres created using this technology and using appropriate materials, a significantly lower rolling resistance coefficient can be achieved. And when these tyres are narrower than those typically used today, air resistance is also decreased.

5th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Geneva launch for Apollo’s latest summer tyre

The Geneva Motor Show is now underway and Apollo Tyres has presented its brand-new Alnac 4G there. This tyre, the second 4th generation product from Apollo, is specifically designed for compact and mid-size car segments. The Alnac 4G will initially be available in 29 V and H speed rated sizes. Apollo shares that all sizes have a ‘B’ wet grip label rating and a ‘C’ rolling resistance rating; noise levels are 69db.

5th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Avon OE on 610bhp Carlsson SLK 340

The Carlsson-developed SLK 340 international hillclimb race car due to première at the Geneva Motor Show on 5 March is capable of developing a respect-worthy 782bhp per tonne, and a car with this level of performance needs a suitable tyre. Thus Avon Tyres takes pride in reporting that its hillclimb tyres have been chosen as the SLK 340’s original equipment fitment.

8th February 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Hankook renews support for tuning safety initiative

Hankook is sponsoring the Tune It! Safe! initiative in Germany for the eighth consecutive year. For 2013 the tyre maker will again serve as main sponsor for the safe and legal car tuning campaign, an initiative that enjoys the support of the German Association of Automotive Tuners (VDAT) under the patronage of the German Federal Transport Minister. At the start of the Essen Motor Show on 30 November, Hankook showed off its 2013 campaign vehicle, a Brabus-tuned Mercedes A-Class sporting the initiative’s now-familiar police livery. When on patrol, the modified Mercedes will roll on Hankook’s Ventus S1 evo2 tyres in size 235/35 ZR 19 XL.

3rd December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Hofmann Power Weight to ‘Colour Up’ wheels at Essen Show

Hofmann Power Weight has shared some details of its plans to exhibit at the Essen Motor Show from 1 – 9 December 2012. Amongst other things, automobile enthusiasts will be able to purchase the appropriate adhesive weight for their wheel rims from the Hofmann stand. Exhibiting at the 2012 show will be Hofmann’s first appearance at the event, which is seen as a key meeting point for the tuning fraternity.

13th November 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

European launch for Bridgestone’s Ecopia EP001S

On display at last week’s Paris Motor Show alongside Bridgestone’s concept 100 per cent sustainable materials tyre was the “star” of the tyre maker’s show stand – the new flagship Ecopia EP001S. The new tyre was presented in size 195/65R15 and is Bridgestone’s first tyre to achieve an ‘A’ label rating for both fuel efficiency and wet grip, as well as the first tyre in the world to receive the top grade in Japan’s tyre rating system. The Ecopia EP001S is now available in European markets.

1st October 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone exhibits ‘100% sustainable’ concept tyre

A particular tyre on display at the 2012 Paris Motor Show represents Bridgestone’s vision of its tyre manufacturing for 2050 and beyond. The “100% sustainable materials” concept tyre on show at the Bridgestone stand in Paris exclusively utilises sustainable raw materials and was developed through a collaborative effort involving a number of resources, including academia.

28th September 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin host venue for WWCOTY award at Paris show

Michelin’s stand at the Paris Motor Show is the chosen venue for tomorrow’s Women's World Car of the Year awards ceremony. Following the tyre maker’s press conference at 5.30pm, eight of the 21 Eight of the 21 judges in who chose this year’s top cars will be on hand to present the supreme award trophy to Range Rover executives.

26th September 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama W.drive ready to tackle even label’s conditions

Yokohama’s range of winter tyres is branded W.drive and consists of a full range of sizesfor varying driving conditions – from daily run-arounds to high performance super-saloons and light commercials. Offering superior performance to summer tyres at temperatures lower than 7°C, the W.drive features an asymmetric tread design, a micro-silica compound construction, 3D sipes and high-drainage grooves to achieve high levels of grip and safety in cold weather conditions. It is available in 35-60 series between 16 and 20 inches, including four run-flat sizes, with speed ratings of H and V.

6th September 2012/by Tyrepress Editors