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Wabash Picks Fuel Efficient Goodyear Tyres

(Akron/Tire Review) Goodyear’s Unisteel G316 LHT with its Fuel Max Technology has been tapped as the standard radial on Wabash National’s DuraPlate dry van trailer. The supply deal is for one year, Goodyear said. Wabash’s DuraPlate dry van trailer recently received certification in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay Transport Partnership, and Goodyear’s line haul tyres with Fuel Max Technology have been approved for use on SmartWay tractors and trailers.

28th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

SKF Presents PSI Compatible Hubcaps

SKF recently added four new PSI compatible hubcaps to its premium wheel-end Scotseal product offering. The new hubcaps are compatible with the Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS) by Pressure Systems Incorporated (PSI), an automatic tyre inflation system (ATIS). MTIS uses compressed air from a trailer’s air system to inflate any tyre that falls below a specified pre-set pressure. The system ultimately increases tyre life, fuel efficiency and safety, its maker says.

“The new PSI compatible SKF hubcaps provide fleets with a reliable and safe option to maintain wheel end systems during over-the-road operation,” says Leslie Kern, Senior Product Manager, Heavy Duty Market, SKF. “These new hubcaps complement our superior line of Scotseal products, including the Scotseal PlusXL wheel seal.”

23rd November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Marangoni Establishes a New Partnership in Brazil

In late October Marangoni announced the largest acquisition of new business the company has made outside of Europe. Its Brazil subsidiary, Marangoni do Brazil, has reached an agreement with Release Pneu Point to convert all eight of the retreading plants operated by Pneu Point to the Ringtread system. This conversion will be complete by the end of 2007. Pneu Point is a fast growing group that is active in the area of new vehicle distribution and new and retreaded tyre services, and Marangoni believes the adoption of the Ringtread system will permit Pneu Point to accelerate the growth of its retreading division and will allow a better integration with all its other activities.

23rd November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Eibach Extends Partnership with BTCC champions VX Racing

Suspension specialist Eibach UK has extended its technical partnership with Vauxhall’s Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship works team VX Racing following its successful 2007 season. Eibach supplied the team with performance springs and is proud of the contribution the springs’ immediate response, reduced body roll, increased stability and enhanced cornering ability made towards clinching the Drivers and Manufacturers Championships.

The extended deal was brokered by Triple Eight Race Engineering (888), the Greatworth-based organisation responsible for Vauxhall’s motorsport operations, which was highly pleased with Eibach’s contribution to the race-winning Vauxhall Vectra. “Eibach is the perfect partner for VX Racing,” said 888’s Commercial and Marketing Director Franck Marie. “Without doubt, Eibach has been an integral part of our success in 2007.

22nd November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Maha Reports a Successful Year with the Trade Group

Maha UK reports that 2007 has proven to be a very successful year in terms of its relationship with the Trade Group, and has increased the partnership sales to the Group’s garage equipment arm by at least 50 per cent over 2006. The Cambridgeshire based dealer sells most of its MOT and ATL bays through the Trade Group and their car brake testers. The Trade Group, a national organisation of garage equipment specialists and installers, have premises positioned throughout the UK, providing the advantage of a personalised local service combined with a countrywide sales and service network.

Maha UK is proud of its success over the past decade and beyond in offering a quality product and back up facilities it believes to be second to none; this is also true for the Trade Group. The partnership between the two began in 1998 and has steadily grown over the years to become a strong force in the UK garage equipment industry. Gus Gregory, managing director of Maha UK, says, “The success of Maha UK is not only due to the quality of the product but the also the excellence of the personnel in the Trade Group.”

21st November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Kwik-Fit Reports £831 million Sales in 2006

Kwik-Fit’s 2006 accounts show the company achieved turnover of £830.9 million (up 4.4 per cent) during its full year since being sold to PAI. EBITDA increased to £100 million in 2006, up 6.6 per cent year-on-year. In August 2005 CVC Capital Partners sold Kwik-Fit to PAI for around £800 million, despite reported bidding from a Bridgestone/Mitsubishi partnership.

According to reports, the group traded in line with expectations during the early part of 2007 with growth in sales boosted by new services like MOT testing in the UK and fleet business in continental Europe.

There are also said to be plans to open 50 new outlets across Europe. In addition, the company is expected to upgrade its estate in the UK, France and Holland with significant capital investment.

9th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Gets Star Billing at Super Bowl

Tyres will be given a high profile during the United States’ most watched televised event thanks to an agreement cemented between Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire (BFNT) and the National Football League (NFL). The deal, announced on November 7, gives Bridgestone title sponsorship of the NFL Super Bowl XLII and Super Bowl XLIII, as well as of the “Bridgestone Super Bowl Halftime Show” on both occasions.

“This is an unprecedented opportunity to showcase the Bridgestone brand to the world,” said John Gamauf, president of Consumer Tire Replacement Sales, BFNT. “We’re thrilled to partner with the NFL brand in presenting one of the most high-profile and entertaining programs in all of sports: The Bridgestone Super Bowl Halftime Show.”

8th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Kraiburg and Vacu-Lug Continue Ongoing Relationship

Kraiburg and Vacu-Lug have reaffirmed their long running partnership with agreement to expand their business relationship. Currently Vacu-Lug, Europe’s largest independent retreader, sources over 70 per cent of its compound requirements from Kraiburg. “Our customers are more than satisfied with the quality of Kraiburg compounds for the hot cure process,” said Vacu-Lug managing director, Tim Hercock. “We are delighted that we will be able to offer this quality level also in the future.”

29th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin to Sponsor Inaugural Road Safety Expo

Michelin has extended its comprehensive road safety programmes to include sponsorship of the first ever UK Road Safety Expo, which takes place in London on 22 November. Road Safety Expo ’07 is a new event combining a conference and exhibition designed to highlight the latest developments in technology and the future strategy for road safety educational campaigns.

Jim Fitzpatrick, MP, the Parliamentary Under Secretary with responsibility for road safety will deliver the keynote speech and other speakers will represent all major road safety campaigns, including Think! and Roadsafe.

23rd October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

A1GP and Ferrari Announce Partnership

A1GP Chairman, Tony Teixeira, has announced a “ground breaking partnership” between Ferrari and the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport. Ferrari has signed a six-year agreement to manufacture and supply all A1GP engines and will consult on the design and manufacture of all A1GP car chassis for use in Season Four (2008/09).

The partnership with Ferrari extends to an exclusive licensing agreement for all A1GP merchandise to use the Ferrari name and phrase ‘Powered by Ferrari’ from January 2008.

11th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Beaurepaires Indroduces ‘Climate Neutral’ Tyres to Australia

One of Australia’s largest tyre retailers, Beaurepaires, is calling on motorists to help reduce the environmental impact of their cars and tyres through the use of climate neutral tyres. For the first time, Australian motorists can purchase climate neutral tyres at no extra cost thanks to the Beaurepaires Climate Neutral campaign the retailer is running across its 300-store national network during October.

If the 11 million passenger vehicles on Australian roads were fitted with climate neutral tyres, more than 10.5 million tonnes of CO² emissions could be prevented from entering our atmosphere. This is equivalent to the volume of 2.3 million Olympic sized swimming pools or more than 1.6 million households switching to clean energy for one year.

Beaurepaires has also produced a set of tips to help motorists reduce the environmental impact of their cars and tyres on a day-to-day basis. Managing director and CEO of Beaurepaires, Judith Swales, urged motorists to do their bit to lessen the environmental damage caused by their vehicles.

5th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Offering a ‘Complete Tyre Solution’

Aftermarket TPMS provider Advantage PressurePro and Inovex Industries, manufacturer of the Ride-On Tire Protection System brand of high-speed tyre sealants, have announced the formation of a strategic partnership to provide customers with what they believe to be a complete solution for tyre pressure problems. PressurePro TPMS works together with Ride-On tyre sealant to both alert drivers and dramatically reduce the damage and hassle caused by unexpected air loss in tyres, whether due to punctures or tyre porosity – the number one cause of breakdowns, according to the US Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“This joint marketing relationship just makes sense”, says Mark Farkhan, president of Inovex. “PressurePro and Ride-On share the same goals of safety, asset protection and environmental protection.” Ride-On can reportedly seal 85 to 95 per cent of punctures from objects up to a quarter of an inch in diameter that penetrate the tyre’s crown area. Tyre sealants, however, can’t seal all punctures, nor can Ride-On notify motorists of low tyre pressure. This is where PressurePro steps in; to immediately notify customers of decreased air pressure in such instances.

“Working together, PressurePro and Ride-On provide a very cost effective and thorough way for everyone, from companies with large fleets to individual car owners, to add safety, savings and peace-of-mind to their travels, while also helping cut on road and tyre waste by adding tread life to tyres” says Phillip G. Zaroor, president of Advantage PressurePro.

21st September 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Petron-Michelin Partnership Offers Free Fuel with Tyres

Petron, the Phillipine’s leading oil firm, has partnered with Michelin to offer consumers free fuel when tyres are purchases. From 1 August to 31 October 2007, Michelin tyre buyers will receive up to P1,000 (£10.44) worth of free Petron fuel gift certificates when they purchase Michelin tyres at participating dealers nationwide. A consumer buying a set of four tyres size 15-inches and above will be issued with P1,000 worth of Petron vouchers; while four 13 to 14 inches tyres gets P500 worth of vouchers; two tyres 15-inches and over also gets P500 worth of free fuel.

According to Riz Dalangin, Michelin country manager for the Philippines: “As a premium brand, Michelin chose to partner with Petron in this promotional activity as we would like to be able to offer greater value to Filipino consumers. Petron’s market leadership signifies that it is the preferred fuel of the majority of motorists nationwide, and we know our buyers will appreciate the complimentary fuel certificates from Petron.”

12th September 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

S.drive OE for Beefed up Smart

Yokohama’s S.drive tyres have been approved by smart-Brabus GmbH as OE for the new “smart fortwo Brabus” – just as similar tyres have been used since 2002 on the model it replaces. The current tyres are the latest additions to Yokohama’s sport-oriented S.drive series, and are being supplied in 175/50R16 77T for the front and 225/35R17 86Y (reinforced) for the rear. The “smart fortwo Brabus” was developed by smart-BRABUS GmbH, a joint venture between DaimlerChrysler AG and leading German tuner Brabus GmbH, on the basis of the already unique “smart fortwo”. The Brabus version, with its brand-new 98hp/72kW turbo engine, is the high-end model and combines outstanding driving dynamics and low fuel consumption. It will be available in Europe, Australia and Japan as of October 2007.

Yokohama, who has been in a technical partnership with Brabus GmbH since 2005, states it is proud to have met the high technical standards required in the process of development with smart-Brabus GmbH. The new generation fine-tuned S.drive tyres for smart-Brabus offer outstanding kinetic performance and improved wet grip.

7th September 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Redline Completes Progetto Marangoni

After six months of hard work, this summer saw Redline complete is Progetto Marangoni project car. The magazine t translated readers’ ideas into “the coolest, meanest and quickest Toyota Yaris ever.” Back in Japan its designers could never have envisaged the transformation from a daily commuter car to a fire-breather.

Progetto Marangoni represents a unique first for the Italian tyre manufacturer and top tuning magazine Redline. Said Derek Carruthers, Marangoni (Car Tyre Division) Sales & Marketing Director: “We decided to adopt a totally new route to reach the young tuning market, which is such a feature of today’s motoring scene. Linking with Redline magazine whose target market this is, has proved to be a success that has surprised both Redline and ourselves. Such a unique media/tyre company partnership has caught everyone’s imagination. For Marangoni it is proving a fantastic opportunity to communicate our message to what is a new, demanding and highly influential market, while for Redline it dramatically shifts their highly regarded project car programme to a new and elevated platform.

4th September 2007/by Tyrepress Editors