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GoldenTyre launching new scooter lines

This year Italian tyre brand GoldenTyre is introducing new scooter ranges. The first of these is a product intended for everyday use in all weather. The GT 75 M+S is suited for use in wintry conditions – the manufacturer states the tyre’s reinforced casing enables usage at a lower inflation pressure, a measure said to be recommended by experts for riding in the colder months. The tyre’s siped tread is also said to do a “superb job” in wet conditions, snow or in slush. The range in available in 10 to 14-inch sizes.

24th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Mileage, grip a focus for latest ContiMilestone

Continental has unveiled a new motorcycle tyre for the custom and cruiser sector, the ContiMilestone 2012 Mileage Plus. This new version of the ContiMilestone is said to offer a new for 2012 compound that, combined with deep tread, delivers even more mileage without compromising levels of grip; silicone technology has been used in the new compound, and Continental says this guarantees good wet grip without reducing mileage. Tread wear is also reduced through the tyre’s breaker construction – the tyre maker states that it ensures even pressure in the contact area.

20th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone retread material prices to rise

During the first quarter of 2012 Bridgestone Europe will roll out a new round of price increases for retread materials across the region it serves. Starting from 1 March and varying from country to country, price increases will average ten per cent for Bridgestone and Bandag Pre Cured Tread products and eight per cent for Bandag Cushion Gum products.

9th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

GT version of RoadAttack 2 aimed at sport touring, naked bikes

The popular ContiRoadAttack 2 range has been broadened by the addition of a new GT version, which has been developed for heavier sport-touring machines as well as big naked bikes. With an additional belt in the front and rear tyres, Continental’s RoadAttack 2 GT is said to deliver better durability, increased braking stability and improved consistency of performance throughout the tyre’s life when fitted on bikes such as the BMW R1200RT and Suzuki Bandit 1250.

19th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Goodyear OE on ‘Super Bee’

Goodyear has given word that its Eagle F1 Supercar has been selected as original equipment on the 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee, which will begin arriving at dealers in the US early next year. In announcing the tyre’s supply, Goodyear commented that the “ultra-performance tread compound on Goodyear's Eagle F1 Supercar tyre helps provide exceptional dry traction and cornering grip to the 470-horsepower automobile.” Goodyear has not given specifics on tyre dimensions.

14th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli launches gravel truck tyre

Pirelli has announced the launch of the G:01 gravel tyre, designed for mixed use on roads and in construction sites. The tyre is an addition to its highly successful Series 01 truck tyre range. The FG:01 for steer axles and TG:01 for drive axles have a dual layer tread compound, which the manufacturer says offers both cost efficiency and safety. The FG:01 and TG:01 tyres are available now in sizes 315/80R22.5 and 295/80R22.5.

12th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Iceways – Lassa’s latest for severe conditions

Lassa has introduced a new studdable winter tyre designed for heavy winter conditions. The new product, Iceways, is said to feature a combination of optimised winter compound and deeply-siped tread pattern that facilitates handling characteristics in severe conditions; Lassa reports that Iceways offers up to 12 per cent better handling than its main competitors in ice, snow and wet conditions and up to eight per cent better traction. The tyre maker adds that Iceways’ braking distance on ice is up to 17 per cent shorter than for these competitor tyres.

12th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli offers big performance from “small” Diablo Superbike fitments

Pirelli’s Diablo Superbike range has been expanded with two new sizes. The additions to the line up are a 100/70 R17 front wheel fitment and 125/70 R17 for the real wheel; these sizes are intended for mounting on 2.5” and 3.5” rims respectively and for use on 125cc and 250cc sport bikes.

2nd December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Federal’s Formoza AZ-01 heads to Europe

European supplies of Federal Tyres’ Formoza AZ01 are expected to begin in December when long-time Federal customer, Van den Ban Autobanden, receives the first Europe-bound container load. Federal reports the Netherlands-based wholesaler’s first order of size 225/50R17 98W XL and 225/55R17 101W XL Formoza AZ01 tyres has been dispatched from its Jiangxii plant in Nanchang, China.

28th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

This song is dedicated to…rain

In news that may get your barometer moving, Uniroyal Tyres has revealed its list of top ten rain-related songs. The wet weather tyre specialist polled 2,000 music loving drivers and found Prince’s mid-80s classic ‘Purple Rain’ to be the punters’ favourite. Runner-up honours went to the exuberant ‘It’s Raining Men’ from The Weather Girls, while Guns N Roses’ November Rain took third place.

25th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Marangoni cuts ContiTread ties in the Americas

Marangoni and Continental have ended their ContiTread partnership – at least in the Americas. In a joint statement, Continental Tire the Americas and Marangoni Tread North America explained that Marangoni will no longer manufacture ContiTread products for markets in the Americas, a move that will give both companies the scope to pursue their own growth goals within the region. The decision does not apply to cooperation between Continental and Marangoni in other global regions, the statement added.

25th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Goodyear adds 4×4 fitments to EfficientGrip range

SUV and 4×4 drivers are now able to join their car-owning brethren in fitting Goodyear EfficientGrip tyres to their vehicles. The newly launched line-up aimed at this segment is called the EfficientGrip SUV and Goodyear says it provides the road grip qualities found in the passenger car version of the EfficientGrip. The range is, adds Goodyear, available for a “solid range of SUV/4×4 vehicles”, from luxury/full-size vehicles through standard, compact and sub-compact ranges.

23rd November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Mitas launches third generation floatation tyre

As well as promoting its latest fleet gains, Mitas has been using Agrictechnica as a launchpad for its latest floatation tyre, the Agriterra 03. According to the company, this tyre is intended for use on the heaviest agricultural implements, such as slurry tanks.

18th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

New generation Diablo Supercorsa launched

Pirelli has premiered its new Diablo Supercorsa, a tyre it says is “perfect for professional riders and motorcyclists who have a sporty riding style but love the racetrack as well.” The newest member of the Diablo range will initially be produced in 120/70ZR17 front and 200/55ZR17 rear sizes and in both a SC (Special Compound) version, which will be showcased during the 2012 FIM Superstock 1000 Cup, plus a SP (Sport Production) race replica version suitable for daily use on the road.

16th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Techking introduces MPT range

Techking Tires reports its first-ever batch of all-steel multipurpose tyres has passed all pre-release inspections and is now available. This first MPT product from Techking is called the ETMPT 1 and is available in sizes 405/70R20, 335/80R20 and 365/80R20. The Chinese tyre maker says the ETMPT 1 features a non-directional tread pattern that makes it suitable for use on loaders, graders, multipurpose trucks or backhoe loaders. The tread features Techking’s “horn” groove design, which the manufacturer says facilitates self-cleaning and heat release in the shoulder area.

14th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors