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Government to publish young driver safety green paper

The UK Department for Transport (DfT) has announced plans for green paper on the safety of young drivers. According to the government, this could mean that young drivers could benefit from “improved training and lower insurance premiums” as a result.

The proposals were made on Monday 25 March at a summit for the motor insurance industry hosted by the DfT. Representatives from the Ministry of Justice, Department for Health, insurers and consumer organisation uSwitch were also present.

26th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Cooper Zeon LTZ and Discoverer S/T MAXX boost KRT 4×4 range

Cooper Tire’s 4×4 range has been extended with the introduction of the Zeon LTZ and two new Discoverer models, the S/T MAXX and A/T3. All three tyres are off-road ready, with the Zeon LTZ performing as a hybrid between sport truck and all-terrain applications, with improved road handling and ride characteristics. One of the brand's distributors in this segment, Kings Road Tyres has worked with Cooper for more than 10 years, and purchasing and marketing manager, Tim Bader predicts that the new options could make a big impact, creating “a real buzz among stockists and end users”.

13th March 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Earthmover launches accreditation programme

In the US, Michelin Earthmover is partnering with tyre repair provider Tech International and leading Michelin Earthmover dealers to launch the ‘Michelin Earthmover Repair Accreditation Program’, an initiative the tyre maker says will provide “consistent and quality earthmover tyre repairs in Michelin’s accredited repair shops.” The new programme will be rolled out this year.

25th February 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin joins Industrial Cadets programme

Michelin is one of several north Staffordshire companies to join an initiative to give young people an insight into potential careers in industry. The scheme, entitled “Industrial Cadets”, is a response to the concerns of engineering and manufacturing companies, who say there is a skills shortage in this area, affecting the sector’s ability to expand. Initially launched in Redcar by Tata Steel and supported by the Prince of Wales, Industrial Cadets is being rolled out nationally by the Engineering Development Trust (EDT).

12th February 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Hofmann re-introduces electro-mechanical & hydraulic lifts

Renown German brand Hofmann has reintroduced a number of lifts into its line-up. The products, previously known under the Europa name, have been reintroduced to complement the current range of electro-mechanical products manufactured at Hofmann’s European factory. The lift range, which includes both electro-hydraulic and the EML 3000 two-post electro-mechanical lift, is available from all Hofmann distributors.

11th February 2013/12,345 Comments/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone “Genius” graduate lands Eden Tyre management role

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One of the most recent graduates of Bridgestone’s “Tyre Genius” training course has been promoted to manager of Eden Tyre Sales’ (ETS) Ripley depot. The tyre manufacturer said Simon Rai, 26, demonstrates a wide range of core skills, as well as the ability to think on his feet, vindicating the decision to invest in his development.

29th January 2013/by Tyrepress Editors

Two new aligners from Hofmann

Garage equipment manufacturer Hofmann has introduced the next generation of its Geoliner wheel aligner series. Two new models have been introduced, the Geoliner 670 Gen 4 and Geoliner 680 Gen4; both aligners feature Hofmann’s icon-based Pro 42 software, a ‘one-touch’ programme that is designed to make the most effective use of the information required by the technician carrying out the alignment procedure.

24th January 2013/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti receives test license for ‘driverless’ car

If we need technology to warn us about the obvious, then maybe it’s better to eliminate us from the equation completely – in the same week it announced plans to introduce technology that warns drivers they’re travelling the wrong way on motorways, Continental reports it has received an Autonomous Vehicle Testing License’ from the US state of Nevada. If all goes to plan, Continental technology could be present in driverless cars, which never mistake the motorway exit for the on-ramp, within as little as eight years.

20th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

World's largest transit agency chooses Rotary Lift.

The world's largest transit agency has awarded a vehicle lift contract for 570 mobile columns to Rotary Lift. The manufacturer delivered the first set of lifts and provided training this week.

The American based transit agency conducted an exhaustive trial of the Rotary Lift mobile column lift side by side with two of its toughest competitors over 90 days, with testing taking place under real-world conditions at two different transit facilities that operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. At the end of the gruelling test period, the Rotary column lifts came out on top and was chosen for its easy operation, superior performance, low user cost and low maintenance costs over time.

13th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli hosts Volvo customer track day at Goodwood

The winners of a recent Pirelli promotion run in collaboration with Volvo recently enjoyed a day with Mithril Racing School at Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit. The promotion, which was run from July to September, enabled all Pirelli tyre purchases from the official tyre suppliers to enter the promotion. Six league divisions were set up by Volvo: five divisions for existing members of the programme and a sixth division was set up for dealers who were new to the scheme.

11th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

New head for bodyshop association

Frank Harvey has been appointed Head of the RMI’s National Association of Bodyshops (NAB) with effect from January 2013. Frank Harvey has worked within the body repair sector for the majority of his working life. After starting his career as a coachbuilder he moved on to become a Staff Engineer at a number of leading motor insurers. He went on to become Group Operations Director of the Karl Vella Group where he oversaw a number of Bodyshop operations. He specialises in training and support for the body repair industry; skills that will prove extremely beneficial in his new role.

10th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Exide launches battery training programme

In order to further its customers’ knowledge about the battery business, Exide Technologies has launched what it calls ‘Exide Academy’. This new programme covers a broad range of commercial and technical topics, including margin optimisation and start-stop technology.

5th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli launches e-learning for dealer training

Pirelli has launched an online version of Pirelli Tyre Campus, which is aimed at helping its dealers “become better tyre consultants for their customers”. Through e-learning, Pirelli says it will provide a step-by-step educational process where users can access a series of videos, interactive sessions and engaging tests about the manufacturer and its products.

4th December 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Eurotire expands leadership in Mexico

OTR tyre firm Eurotire has appointed Courtland Acosta as its business development manager in Mexico and Central America. The move reflects the company's commitment to expansion throughout Mexico and Central America, answering the region’s growing interest in Eurotire’s offerings. In his new role, Acosta will assist regional manager, Tom Sawyer, to further develop the business there and to support the future opening of a new sales office.

21st November 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bandvulc adds to fleet support and sales teams

Paul Searle has recently moved into Bandvulc’s sales team to take on the role of account manager. Paul joined Bandvulc in 2003, firstly in Bandvulc Tyre Contracts (BTC) and then the company’s sales operations team. According to the company he has supported the sales team for the past seven years and will continue to work on some of the current projects such as dealing with tenders, quotes and business proposals, but will also play a bigger role within the sales activities.

18th October 2012/by Tyrepress Editors