TPMS and RFID
The final quarterly Hamaton and ATEQ TPMS diagnostic tools update for 2024 is now out, with this latest update featuring sensor coverage updates for Hamaton Hybrid 3.5, NFC, and Lite sensors in Europe and Eurasia, and U-Pro sensors in the USA and Australia. The Q4 update also includes software updates to improve the UI display on the ATEQ VT Truck 2.0 and adjusts the BLE scan flow on the ATEQ VT67.
Winter tyre laws vary across European nations, but essentially countries that get more snow and ice have stricter rules than those with warmer climates. It is always best to check local rules because, for example, there are instances where winter tyre usage is linked to speed limits. In other cases, snow chains may be required. […]
JK Tyre & Industries is supplying Vertelo with its “Connected Mobility Solutions”, a cloud-based monitoring system. Vertelo is a “bespoke electric mobility solutions provider”. Through this partnership, JK Tyre will be providing the brand’s 255/70R22.5 JUXe EV tyres equipped with connected Treel sensors with real-time monitoring for Vertelo’s fleet. The mobility services will be provided at Vertelo depots nationwide, starting with Mumbai. JK Tyre will deploy a dedicated team of experienced professionals to provide round-the-clock support at the depot as well as enroute assistance.
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has welcomed Tyresure as its newest member. The IAAF said the move highlights “IAAF’s commitment to supporting independent garages, parts distributors and suppliers towards the growth of the aftermarket sector”.
Translogik, a division of Transense Technologies plc, has formed a strategic distribution partnership with AssetFindr, headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia with a customer base across Southeast Asia.
The collaboration opens a new sales region for Translogik, bringing its tyre inspection and data capture tools to market in Southeast Asia for the first time along with AssetFindr’s TyreOptimaX module.
The COVID-19 pandemic showcased the critical role played by the commercial and industrial tyre sectors in ensuring uninterrupted supply chains and the global flow of essential goods. From food and medical supplies to industrial equipment, tyres were at the foundation of the logistics chain that kept the world functioning amidst lockdowns and restrictions. Commercial tyres, specifically designed for long-haul trucks and delivery vehicles, facilitated the smooth transportation of crucial supplies, while industrial tyres ensured that heavy machinery continued operating in factories, warehouses, and construction sites, while material-handling tyres kept crucial logistics systems going – all of which highlights the indispensable contribution to economic resilience made by off-highway tyres.
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Transense Technologies plc has been selected as a key partner in an £11 million electric vehicle (EV) research and development programme, that will be part funded by the UK Government through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC).
The Goodyear DriverHub application has been into PACCAR Connect, the new advanced online fleet management platform from DAF Trucks. According to the company, this addition “provides benefits for both truck drivers and fleet managers by offering tyre data insights that can enhance fleet performance and support more informed decision-making”. As a result, the Goodyear DriverHub application within PACCAR Connect is available on all new DAF trucks equipped with a PACCAR Connect tablet.
Tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are now mandatory in new commercial vehicles sold across Europe, and Goodyear is rolling out a fleet tool that accommodates updated EU rules covering TPMS. Vehicle manufacturers often fit systems that only supply tyre data directly to the driver; Goodyear TPMS Connect extends the visibility of this data to fleet managers.
Continental reports that it is offering automated continuous tread depth measurements for commercial vehicle tyres for the first time. This is made possible by a new generation of sensors and AI-based algorithms that automate tread depth checks and provide up-to-date data on upcoming services and tyre changes.
Worldwide sales of connected tyres will top 91,000 units for the first time in 2024, achieving a value of $23.23 million, according to research by Smithers. Across the next five years, value is expected increase rapidly at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 50.5 per cent driving value to $179.51 million in 2029, at constant prices. During the same period, volume is expected to climb to 871,000 units.
The 2024 edition of SEMA is expected to attract over 140,000 attendees from more than 140 countries and territories. Hamaton’s team will exhibit at booth 41131 in the Lower South Hall of the Global Tire Expo and showcase their brand-new, app-based BLE Retro-Pro retrofit TPMS system for trailers, RVs, and non-TPMS-enabled passenger vehicles and light trucks.
Alligator has introduced a new programmable universal sensor, the sens.it RS+. According to the company, the RS+ features a new chip generation for faster programming time, higher compatibility and improved battery life. As a universal sensor, the RS+ “speaks the language of every car”, in the words of Alligator.
ATEQ has released the third of its 2024 quarterly updates for Hamaton and ATEQ TPMS diagnostic tools. This latest update features new updated coverage for Hamaton Truck 1.0, Hybrid 3.5 and U-Pro 2.5 sensors for America, and new ‘fast update’ functionality on Wi-Fi enabled devices such as the VT47 and VT57, and a new ‘update indicator’ to menu flow for the VT67.
Schrader, the automotive aftermarket brand of Sensata Technologies, has launched a new heavy-duty TPMS sensor for Iveco truck models. According to the company, these original equipment replacement sensors set “a new standard for precision and reliability” when measuring tyre pressure and temperature.
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