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Japanese study stresses value of web presence

The Japanese are changing the way they change their tyres, reports J.D. Power Asia Pacific. The results of the company’s 2011 Japan Replacement Tire Customer Satisfaction Index Study were released on 18 January, and J.D. Power believes they show “replacement tyre shopping behaviour among vehicle owners in Japan is undergoing considerable change.” This change is said to be particularly occurring due to steadily increasing usage of the internet during the shopping process.

19th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Preliminary figures show 2011 growth at Delticom

Online tyre dealer Delticom reports that 2011 was “again a successful year.” The German-based company’s preliminary figures for the recently concluded financial year show a 14.4 per cent increase in revenues, to 380.0 million. During the 12 month period EBIT grew 9.6 per cent to 52.2 million and earnings per share were up 8.4 per cent to 2.99 euros.

19th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Texa launches Axone 4 tablet

Seen the adverts where the surgeons, teachers and housewives seem to be able to do virtually any daily task with the aid of their ipad? Well with the launch of the Axone 4 diagnostics tablet, Italian garage technology manufacturer Texa aims to this mentality into garages.

The Axone 4 features a large 9.7" TFT touch screen, capable of high resolution graphics (1280 x 1024). All processes take place by keying directly onto the screen (where, when necessary, the software brings up a drop-down keypad), whilst the frame only features an on/off swithch and a multifunction button.

18th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Price still the largest EV deterrent, says Conti

Only last week Continental announced plans to run a joint venture operation with Korea’s SK Innovation to develop, manufacture and market lithium ion batteries systems for electric vehicles; now the German company has released a few figures outlining why it sees so much potential in the electric vehicle market. As long as the price is right.

16th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bosch completes Unipoint takeover

Following approval from antitrust authorities, the Bosch Automotive Aftermarket division has completed its takeover of Taiwan’s Unipoint Group. The parties involved in the transaction have agreed not to disclose the purchase price and report that both existing Unipoint brands – Unipoint and NSA – will be retained by Bosch.

16th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Brothers in arms – Cooper Findlay delegation meets Serbian union

It’s just over a month since Cooper Tire & Rubber announced its purchase of Serbian manufacturer Trayal’s passenger car tyre business. Since the acquisition agreement was signed on 8 December the Serbian firm has no doubt become more closely acquainted with its new owner; at the same time the union representing its employees has been getting to know the current thorn in Cooper’s side, the United Steelworkers union.

11th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Motorcycle sales decline in 2011

The latest figures for sales of new motorcycle and scooter show an overall drop of 2.2% in 2011 compared to 2010. Overall the market has moved away from large motorcycles towards smaller motorcycles and scooters, often used for commuting. This trend is reflected with the biggest sales growth of the year coming from the 51-125cc sector.

9th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Accidental damage guarantee an industry first, says Michelin

Claiming a UK and Irish truck tyre market first, Michelin has introduced a six-month accidental damage warranty with every replacement market purchase of its new X Works tyre before the end of May 2012. The tyre maker says it took the decision to introduce this warranty as it is “so confident” of the tyre’s robustness. Purchasers wishing to register their tyres under the free guarantee must either download the form from the X Works microsite at http://xworks.michelintransport.co.uk or contact their local Michelin account manager.

19th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Starting motor supplier Wood Auto offers diverse consumable range

The purchase of consumables has tended to mean that the general service and repair workshop had to deal with multiple suppliers with the extra administration costs that were inevitable with each supplier. However the trend of diversification has made a single supplier a more realistic option, certainly for specialist businesses like the fast fitter or the auto-electrician. As one of the country’s major starter motor and alternator suppliers, Wood Auto says it is now growing its range of consumable products and increasing its reputation for quality and availability. It says workshops can find a host of products to allow them to complete their work and finish the job professionally.

12th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

RH Claydon promotes two manangers

RH Claydon Ltd has promoted Colin Clements and John Parker, two long standing members of its management team to the position of director.

9th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

MESNAC buys Wyko Tire Technology

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Qingdao, China based tyre manufacturing equipment maker MESNAC Co. has taken a 100 per cent equity position in US firm Wyko Tire Technology. In its relatively short history MESNAC has rapidly grown to the number four position in its field and speaking to Tyres & Accessories in China at the end of November, company executives hinted that the next phase of growth would be both outside its native China and would include acquisitions such as the latest Wyko purchase. MESNAC has indicated it will retain the Wyko brand and continue to provide normal service and support to customers, with no disruption in business.

5th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Surveys suggest winter tyres a minority plan despite winter mobility needs

A survey by online retailer in the UK mytyres.co.uk, part of Delticom, found that staying mobile in winter was important to an overwhelming majority of motorists (82 per cent). Almost two thirds of respondents rated staying mobile as “very important” or “critically important”, the company says. However, the company contrasts this desire to stay on the roads in winter conditions with the results from another independent survey from vehicle auction company Manheim. According to the results from their survey, only five per cent of motorists are planning to purchase winter tyres this year.

29th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

CZ Tire completes purchase of Hangzhou Zhongce share

The sale of China Enterprises Limited’s share in Hangzhou Zhongce Rubber Company to CZ Tire Holdings Limited for RMB600,000,000 or approximately US$94.41 million has been closed, China Enterprises reports.

29th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Don’t wait for winter to hit before switching tyres, urges Cooper

This autumn has been relatively mild, yet despite this so-called “Indian summer” Cooper Tire Europe has reminded motorists that ice and snow covered roads may be just around the corner and therefore they should prepare their vehicles for the winter weather sooner rather than later.

22nd November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

"It is official": Union City mayor announces Titan plant purchase

Following speculation, the mayor of Union City Terry L Hailey has confirmed Titan Internationsl's purchase of the former Goodyear plant in Union City, Tennessee in a Facebook status update. Hailey's Facebook message reads: "Good News! Titan Tire has bought the Goodyear facility in Union City. We look forward to a lasting relationship with Titan. It is official."

11th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors