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Goodyear completes FleetHQ conversion in Canada

Goodyear has converted the last bits of its former Truckwise truck tyre programme to the FleetHQ moniker, reports Tire Review. Announced at the recent Truck World event in Toronto, Goodyear rebranded its Canadian fleet tyre and service to FleetHQ. The new Canadian brand will “create a consistent business solutions brand that offers products, services and information tools for trucking fleets and owner/operators throughout North America,” the company said.

23rd April 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-On releases 12.2 version software download

Snap-on has announced the release of the new 12.2 software download for its best selling ‘family’ of hand-held diagnostic tools and now including coverage of the Kia and Suzuki models.

“Continued and committed software development ensures that Snap-on customers’ diagnostic tools remain consistently powerful and productive in the workplace,” says Mark Ost, UK sales director for Snap-on Diagnostics. “Our new 12.2 software download has built yet again on the previous software releases to provide profitable features to help the workshop technician deal with the sophisticated technology used on today’s modern vehicles.

20th April 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

New Consumables Catalogue from CES

CES (UK) Ltd has released the latest version of its Workshop Essentials catalogue. Expanded to 112 pages, the catalogue features brands, such as Comma, Wynn’s, Kent Car Care, Sealey and Ring Automotive. Inside the catalogue there are thousands of consumables, tools and cleaning products that are typically used every day by technicians.

20th April 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli Diablo Super Biker application available on Android

Pirelli has made its Diablo Super Biker application, launched last August on Apple’s iPhone, can now be used on Android devices. The free app boasts an award received at SMAU 2011 in the Utilities Tools and Productivity category of the Mob App Awards. Pirelli says more than 50,000 bikers have downloaded it.

11th April 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Autogem to supply TPMS to Point-S UK network

Point-S has selected Autogem Motor Concepts as a supply partner to its UK network. Writing in a letter to members, company representatives explained that Autogem offers “a number of solutions to the Point-S network through [its] well established and competitive consumables programme”. In short this means, but is by no means limited to, the delivery of TPMS repair and service equipment and products.

22nd March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

New Warrington branch manager at Snap-on tools

Snap-on Tools has appointed Mark Houston as its new Warrington branch manager. In his new role Mark Houston will be responsible for the successful management of Snap-on’s 75 franchisees in an area which extends from Carlisle to South of Birmingham and includes North Wales. He will be supported by a back-up team of 5 Field managers.

22nd March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-on launches CTEU 7850 cordless impact wrench

Snap-on Tools has added CTEU 7850 ½” cordless impact wrench to its range. According to the company, it is a direct replacement for Snap-on’s CTU 6850 cordless impact gun ‘family’ which has sold more than 50,000 units in the UK since its launch 10 years ago.

9th March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Wheelwright launches 2012 Calibre Couture wheel range

Kent-based distributor Wheelwright has launched the Calibre Couture range onto the UK market. The company said the collection of diverse designs would sit above the firm’s Calibre portfolio; the Couture range is aimed at the upper end of the vehicle parc, with several distinguished designs and fitments.

7th March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Eibach Precision Alignment Range

Eibach may be most commonly associated with springs, but the firm also offers a range of alignment components. Eibach’s alignment products cover a wide portfolio of vehicle types and the range encompasses almost every type of adjustment. From simple shims and camber bolts through to fully adjustable top mounts and suspension arms.

7th March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-on Diagnostics releases new 2 post lift

Snap-on Diagnostics a leader in diagnostic tools, software and information for the automotive industry, has announced the expansion of its Sun-branded vehicle lift range with the introduction of its new two post lift, the SVL 50.

5th March 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

HiQ technicians pass ATA Diagnostic assessment

HiQ is aiming to “reassure customers that they are receiving the best technical and professional service,” according to fast fit manager, Stuart Carr, and to that end it is encouraging its technicians to complete Automotive Technician Accreditation training. Now two of its technicians at the Berwick upon Tweed and Blyth franchises have completed the Level 3 ATA Diagnostic assessment – the first in the network to achieve this level, regulated by the Institute of Motor Industry. Paul Dugid of HiQ Berwick upon Tweed and John Parker of HiQ Blyth are now registered as diagnostic technicians through the programme.

28th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Tyres & Accessories February 2012

February's Tyres & Accessories is now available online to read as an virtual e-paper. Subscribers can view this content, which includes features on light commercial vehcle tyres and diagnostics systems and equipment by clicking more.

23rd February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

ETRMA launches new website

European tyre manufacturing association ETRMA has launched a new website. The new site, etrma.org, is intended to be a “go-to point” for all of those interested in knowing more about tyres and rubber goods and the regulatory environment that surrounds these products. Not only is this website a repository of information available to all, but also a gateway to interact with the association and its members. Furthermore, it is one of ETRMA’s tools to promote the interests of an industry that is key to the EU, both in terms of job and wealth creation and in terms of provision of goods that grant mobility, safety and quality materials for EU citizens.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-on announces 7th and 8th TechEd seminars

Snap-on is running the seventh and eighth in its series of highly successful TechEd seminars – ‘Basic Engine Diagnostics’ and ‘Air Conditioning & Climate Control’ – the first six of which have attracted well over 25,000 paying attendees over the past five and a half years.

25th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Snap-on releases v11.4 Software download

Snap-on has released the latest software for its best selling family of hand-held diagnostic tools. According to the company, version 11.4 provides nearly 20 per cent more vehicle coverage than the previous software release introduced earlier this year including coverage of the manufacturer SMART.

“Continued and committed software development ensures that Snap-on customers’ diagnostic tools remain consistently powerful and productive in the workplace,” says Mark Ost, UK sales director for Snap-on Diagnostics. “Our new 11.4 software download has significant new and profitable key features to help the workshop technician deal with the sophisticated technology used on today’s modern vehicles.

25th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors