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KRT Supports Dealers’ Cooper Sales

As the wholesaler for Cooper 4×4/SUV tyre ranges, Kings Road Tyres offer retailers a nationwide delivery from their network of branches throughout the UK Having good stock levels of popular 4×4 sizes further enhances the strong levels of service KRT offer their customers.

According to Tim Bader, purchasing and marketing manager at KRT, Cooper Tyres offer a great profit opportunity for the independent tyre retailer and Kings Road Tyres ensures that its sales team supports retailers with strong product knowledge and efficient service, whilst maintaining competitive prices.

3rd March 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Matador Launches New SUV Tyre

Matador recently launched the MP85 Hectorra. Company representatives described the product an ultra-high performance SUV 4×4 tyre with a new high-speed summer asymmetric tread design. According to the company, the modern asymmetric tread brings optimum handling and safety on wet and dry surfaces. Asymmetric configuration of the tread blocks brings increased stability of the vehicle in curves during more aggressive driving styles, Matador representatives added. The new tyre is designated: 90 per cent road – 10 per cent terrain.

14th February 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Adds 30 Sizes to Lines

Toyo Tire USA Corp. has added 30 new sizes to its lines of passenger and light truck/SUV tyres, including to its Proxes, Open Country and Versado products. The new sizes are primarily OE fitments and plus sizes for custom wheel/tyre applications, and have been rolled out since November 2007.

The new sizes include:

• Proxes 4 – 275/25R26

• Proxes T1R – 295/25ZR22

11th February 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

South Korean Manufacturers Sign OE Deals

South Korea’s two leading tyre manufacturers have each entered into original equipment agreements with international manufacturers. The larger of the two deals has been signed by Kumho, who has agreed to supply 400,000 tyres to Chrysler for the company’s Dodge Journey SUV. The value of the agreement has not been disclosed.

The deal signed by Hankook also involves SUV tyres. The Korean company will supply 70,000 tyres for the Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV. Again, financial details of the OE supply contract have not as yet been made available.

16th January 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Ingenuity Welcome at Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls has launched a new brand communications platform and refreshed corporate identity that incorporates a new logo, corporate slogan and advertising campaign. The company said the move is designed to better align its image and marketing efforts with the company’s current strategic direction. Using the slogan “Ingenuity Welcome,” Johnson Controls is promoting itself as a diversified, multi-industrial company organised into three divisions: Automotive Experience, Building Efficiency and Power Solutions.

7th January 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Nexen Sets Price Increase

(Tire Review/Akron) Due to increases in raw materials and freight cost, Nexen Tire America said it will increase its prices as of January 1, 2008. Prices on Nexen’s passenger, performance and light truck/SUV tyres will increase by 2 to 7 per cent, depending on the line.

13th December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama Raising US Tyre Prices

(Tire Review/Akron) In the US Yokohama Tire Corporation has announced an across-the-board price increase, effective January 1, 2008. Prices on Yokohama passenger and light truck/SUV tyres will increase by up to 7 per cent, while commercial light truck and medium truck tyre prices will jump by up to 4 per cent. OTR tyre prices will be increased by up to 5 per cent. In all cases, in-line adjustments will be made, Yokohama said.

4th December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Hankook Announces Price Increase

(Akron/Tire Review) Hankook Tire America Corp. is raising prices by up to 5 per cent on its full line of passenger and light truck/SUV tyres, effective 1 Januar, 2008. Specific increase levels will vary by line and size, Hankook said.

28th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Showcases Winter SUV Tyres at Eurotunnel

A set of Michelin’s Latitude Alpin cold weather tyres was on display at the Eurotunnel Terminal at Folkestone, Kent recently as part of Eurotunnel’s ski tour promotions programme. A set of 255/55 R18 Michelin Latitude Alpin HP Extra Load cold weather tyres was fitted to an Audi Q7 3.6 FSI Quattro SE and displayed inside the terminal for just under a week. The display was completed by top of the range Salomon skis and snowboards mounted on a Thule Ski & Snowboard Xtender carrier.

Michelin’s Latitude Alpin HP cold weather tyres are designed for high performance 4×4 vehicles and are recommended by several of the main vehicle manufacturers.

27th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Adds 26 Sizes to US Line-Up

(Akron/Tire Review) Toyo Tire (USA) Corp. has added 26 sizes to its line-up of passenger and light truck/SUV tyres. The new sizes cover OE fitments and plus sizes for custom wheel/tyre applications, and most were introduced over the last two months, the company said. The lines and new sizes include:

• Proxes T1R: 265/30ZR20 and 305/25ZR20.

• Proxes R888: 185/60R13, 205/60R13, 205/50ZR15, 225/50ZR15, 235/50ZR15, 205/55ZR16, 225/50ZR16, 215/45ZR17, 205/40ZR17, 225/40ZR18, 235/40ZR18, 265/35ZR18 and 285/30ZR18.

• Versado LX: 235/55R18, 225/50R18 and 255/45R18.

• Toyo Spectrum: 235/65R16, P235/60R16, P215/60R17 and P225/60R17.

• Open Country A20: P245/65R17 and P245/55R19.

• M-55: LT255/85R16 E and LT225/75R16 E.

7th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Tackling Issue of Look Alike Tyres

(Akron/Tire Review/sg) During the SEMA Show the Tire Industry Association (TIA) unveiled a new “policy resolution” about the industry’s growing concern over so-called “look-alike” tyres, products with tread patterns that allegedly mimic or are identical to popular major brand models. According to the TIA, most of the look-alike tyres released in the US are for commercial vehicles, though there have been some passenger and light truck/SUV tyres on the market.

The TIA has pledged to work with the Rubber Manufacturers Association in the sharing of information pertaining to the problem. “We are glad to work with manufacturers on this issue”, said Paul Hyatt, the TIA’s past president. “It only makes sense when you consider the insurance liability issues our members are faced with on a regular basis.” Roy Littlefield, TIA executive vice president, said: “It is apparent that import tyres have raised a whole host of issues in general, and look alike tyres specifically bring serious questions about quality and safety.”

7th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Interstate Expands Team

Theo de Vries, Vice President of Interstate Tires, has announced two new additions to the team; Stefan Snoek and Pascal Kramer. Stefan Snoek is the new International Sales Manager. He has seven years’ experience within the tyre industry and has in-depth knowledge of the European tyre market. His job will include substantial travelling, participation in trade shows and customer service.

6th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Deldo Offers UK Customers 20 Years of Local Sales Experience

As Pavle Krstic and Bart Kinneging approach four years of working together as Deldo’s UK sales team, the leading Belgian wholesaler is highlighting the pair’s “very successfully” performance selling tyres in Great Britain and Ireland. With almost 20 years of experience in the UK market they can support and customised advice.

The main tool they have in the very competitive (budget) market is of course the Wanli and Sunny brands. Currently Wanli offers more than 200 car, van, SUV, 4×4 and truck sizes. The new Wanli S1063 is already described as a best seller in the UK and Ireland. In addition the company can offer a wide range of premium names thanks to its unique stock of 2.5 million tyres, with weekly deliveries.

31st October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Wanli Adds Low Profile A/T Line

(Akron/Tire Review) Wanli Performance Tire has launched the Wanli S-2085 High Performance A/T line. The Wanli S-2085 is an H-rated, all-terrain tyre for light truck/SUV applications, said the company. “We see more truck owners wanting the best of both worlds,” said Don Mathis, sales director. “There is a demand for the low profile look and ability of a high performance tyre, plus the off road capability of an all terrain tyre. The S-2085 is a no compromise solution for a truck owner who wants great looks and performance while retaining the ability to use the truck, well, like a truck.”

30th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Vredestein to Raise Prices

(Akron/Tire Review) As of December 1, Vredestein Tyres North American said it will raise prices on all of its passenger and light truck/SUV tyres. The increase, said Vredestein, will be 5 per cent.

29th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors