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Tyreman promotes EDIWheel compatible e-Commerce solutions

Forward thinking companies have been investing in IT solutions as part of their business strategy for some time, but according to software supplier those investing in downtimes such as now are making the wisest decision.

“Whilst the temptation for many is to spend as little as possible on IT infrastructure, the reality is that a business that invests in their computer system to help perform the back office tasks in a branch, release staff to provide better customer service and concentrate on maximising margin. This is particularly important in the tough trading times the industry is currently experiencing,” company representatives wrote in a statement sent to Tyres & Accessories on 28 February.

28th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Autocat+ reaches 10,000 user milestone

MAM Software Ltd. says that its Autocat+ electronic catalogue now has over 10,000 registered users across the UK. This milestone confirms the catalogue's position as the most widely used all-makes parts reference tool among motor factors and retailers.

24th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Autodata launches 2011 brochure

Autodata’s 2011 Product brochure is now out. The full colour, 20-page catalogue covers technical information systems for over 14,000 models from 80 vehicle manufacturers.

23rd February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Autodata doubles headquarters

Autodata, a leading provider of technical information to the motor trade recently doubled the size of its Maidenhead headquarters. The expansion plan included the relocation of the firm’s warehousing facilities and a complete refurbishing of its offices and reception area. The expansion represents an investment of some £2 million.

21st February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Tesco-Tyres.com offers quadruple clubcard points

Tesco’s 13 million customers will be able to quadruple their Clubcard points for the first time on a single purchase following the launch of Tesco-Tyres.com. Tesco has joined forces with Blackcircles.com to launch the motoring venture that could see customers earn over 2300 Clubcard points on purchases of Pirelli, Yokohama and Hankook tyres. Double Clubcard points are being offered on all other brands.

18th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Starco begins online store rollout

Details of the comprehensive Starco range of tyres and related products have long been available in catalogue form, and the company has now taken the first step in transferring this information online. Customers in Germany are the first to experience the company’s new “STARCOshop” and Starco intends to roll out online catalogues for its aftermarket customers throughout the whole of Europe within two years.

17th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin US launches ‘breakthrough’ service network

Commercial vehicle operators in the US now have a new tyre service option available to them following the launch of a Michelin franchise network, the Michelin Commercial Service Network. Upon announcing its rollout, Michelin Americas Truck Tires (MATT) says the franchise network of commercial tyre dealers will be one “committed to establishing a new standard for consistent, high-quality service across the US.” Services offered by the Michelin Commercial Service Network include road service, online operating manuals and online fleet reporting. MATT adds that fleets will receive “consistent service from Network dealers with highly trained technicians, professional equipment, and casing management, all ensured by rigorous certification and audit standards.”

9th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Survey points to wide support for winter tyre laws

A survey carried out by car supermarket Motorpoint indicates a healthy level of support for mandatory winter tyres in the UK. More than 1,400 people responded to the online study and 46 per cent of these expressed support for the introduction of legislation that would compel motorists to fit winter tyres. Commenting on the subject, Motorpoint managing director David Shelton said “while Government legislation may be a step too far at present, given the shocking state of our roads during the recent bad weather, winter tyres could be a sound investment for many people in the future.”

9th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

TyreReviews website suggests need for increased nuance in tyre categorisation

TyreReviews website is suggesting “an easier, more consistent” way to help drivers select the tyre best suited to their needs: a vastly increased number of categories into which tyre types could be sorted. With the wide range of tyres on the market currently describing themselves as “high performance”, for example, the website’s designer and administrator Jonathan Benson believes that some more levels of differentiation could benefit the consumer, in addition to his own website, on which the consumer-reviewed tyres are grouped into 37 unique categories.

3rd February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Web Upgrade for Bestbuytyres

Tyre supplier BestBuyTyres Ltd has updated its website with a brand new look. The improved site has been designed to make the selection and purchasing process more simple and efficient for consumers. Jolyon Pope, director at BestBuyTyres comments: “Whilst we had been receiving positive feedback from customers regarding the existing website, we are always looking to improve our services. The new look site is easier to navigate and includes accurate real-time price and product updates.” Tyres bought on the website can be fitted and wheels balanced at more than 450 UK centres thanks in part to links with “three leading multi-outlet independent tyre specialists”.

2nd February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Sage Launches Mobile Payment System

In the US Sage Payment Solutions has launched a new mobile payment system for small and medium-sized retailers. Sage Mobile Payments comes bundled with a Sage merchant account to allow businesses to expand their payment options by accepting credit and debit cards on 400+ types of mobile phones and computing devices, across all major wireless carriers. Sage Payment Solutions is available for a monthly fee and no incremental mobile processing or transaction fees.

2nd February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Pro-Align Releases Hunter Software Upgrades

Wheel alignment specialist Pro-Align has released two further information technology upgrades, which enhance the powerful capabilities of its wheel alignment systems. WinAlign 11 is the latest operating software for its Hunter WA series aligner console. The UK distributor says the latest version gives workshops greater functionality and levels of integration, helping to further simplify and reduce the time taken to perform complex wheel alignment work. Pro-Align has also launched ‘TouchRemote’, a free iPhone App that allows users to operate WinAlign alignment systems.

24th January 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Totrax Flexes Its Muscles With Cam Systems

Totrax has announced that it is introducing Cam Systems Cameo product to provide “greater flexibility and efficiency to its business through streamlining its day to day operating system.” By replacing its outmoded platform with the modern Cameo software system, Totrax aims to flex and grow the programme with its business, which has doubled in size over the past three years.

19th January 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

2010 a ‘Record Year’ for Delticom

After examining its preliminary financial results Delticom has declared 2010 a “record year” for the company. During the 12 month period the online tyre dealer’s revenues increased 34.8 per cent to 419.4 million euros and its customer base across the more than 100 online shops operated in 39 countries grew by almost a million to give Delticom a total of 4.4 million customers.

18th January 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Mytyres Unburdens Itself on Van Overloading

Commenting on the results of a recent Vehicle and Operator Service Agency’s (VOSA) Effectiveness Report, mytyres.co.uk says Britain’s van drivers have an “unenviable record” when it comes to overloading. The online retailer, part of the Delticom family of internet portals, adds that the impact of such behaviour upon tyres – which it adds are also often under-inflated – can be reduced operating life and a possible blow out.

17th January 2011/by Tyrepress Editors