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New Gislaved Tyre Pattern

The Gislaved tyre range has been extended with the recent addition of the Speed 606 tyre, replacing the current Speed 506. Exclusively available from Viking International the new Speed 606 has a lot to offer the discerning driver.

The new tyre is said to safeguard enhanced handling and cornering stability. It features nuerous sipes with different angles, and block edges in the pattern combined with the fastest modern silica tread compound. As a result Viking representatives described the tyre’s performance by saying it had “short braking distances and outstanding handling.”

23rd March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

New Regional Haul Steer and Drive Tyres from Dunlop

Dunlop has launched its first new generation 17.5” and 19.5” regional haul tyres: the Dunlop SP344 steer tyre and SP444 drive tyre. The new tyres provide optimum wet braking, traction and handling throughout their life. In addition, high mileage, improved fuel consumption and a greater resistance to damage are all benefits, which increase fleet efficiency, says Dunlop.

Featuring new construction, compounds and tread designs, the new tyre range is designed specifically to meet the demands of today’s hauliers and fleet operators.

21st March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Launches New Dueler H/P Sport Tyre

Bridgestone has launched a new high-performance 4×4/SUV tyre. According to the manufacturer, the Dueler H/P Sport is the first 4×4 tyre in its portfolio to be derived from Formula One technology.

The tyre has been designed to give driving precision and comfort to the increasing number of powerful sports utility vehicles (SUVs) on UK roads today. With many new SUVs now capable of speeds of more than 140mph, Bridgestone UK’s marketing manager Andy Lane believes it is vital that these vehicles have suitable tyres.

21st March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Launches Studless Tyre For ‘Europe’s Worst Winters’

Bridgestone has launched the Blizzak Nordic studless winter tyre range. According to the company the line has been specifically developed to meet the toughest performance demands of Northern Europe’s winter climate. This new-generation design replaces the existing WS-50 series, and Bridgestone says brings with it enhanced capabilities under most adverse weather conditions.

16th March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Dayton Upgrades D110 General-Use Range

Bridgestone has upgraded its Dayton range, introducing the T-rated D110 general-use tyre. It replaces the D100, which is being phased out across Europe from January 2006.

Designed and manufactured with Bridgestone technology, Dayton is aimed at value-conscious buyers. According to the company, the Dayton D100, launched in 2000, has performed well, but the new product gave Bridgestone engineers the opportunity to retain D100’s wet and dry performance, while extending wear life, a key feature in this segment.

16th March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Delivers Savings for Anglian Water

Michelin is reporting that Anglian Water’s decision to switch its tyre procurement policy to Michelin from another mainstream manufacturer has resulted in measurable cost savings of nearly 16 per cent per year and halved the number of tyre related breakdowns.

The company operates a fleet of 49 waste tankers and tippers, comprising a mixture of Volvos and Scanias, which are responsible for moving solid product from sewage works directly to treatment plants across the East of England, stretching from the Humber to the Thames.

15th March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Monro to Acquire ProCare Automotive Out of Bankruptcy

(Akron/Tire Review) Monro Muffler Brake Inc. plans to buy ProCare Automotive Service Solutions Inc., currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The $14 million cash deal gives Monro 82 additional retail locations in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Kentucky. Monro said it plans to operate the ProCare stores as either service or tyre stores, and plans to retain all of ProCare’s employees.

7th March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Cooper Launches All-Season UHP Zeon

(Akron/Tire Review) Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has introduced its new Zeon Sport A/S, a w-rated all-season UHP. Featuring “a bold tread design” and “predictable handling and control in both dry and wet road conditions,” said Cooper, the Zeon Sport A/S will be available is a range of 40- to 55-series sizes, covering 16- through 18-inch wheel diameters.

6th March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Shows Multi Chamber Tyre Concept

(Akron/Tire Review) Bridgestone Corp has revealed a new tyre concept, a multi air chamber tyre, which has three separate chambers acting as pressure vessels.
Bridgestone said the concept “was born from extensive R&D efforts with a view to the future of tyres.”

The multi-chamber tyre consists of a main chamber in the center and sub-chambers on both sides. The air pressure in each of the chambers can be controlled independently, making it possible to adjust the stiffness balance between the tread area and the individual sidewalls, Bridgestone said.

2nd March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Get it Right With Goodyear

It is received wisdom that the vast majority of 4×4 vehicles never leave the tarmac, let alone spend weekends up to their axles in mud, yet image is still very important. Drivers like their vehicles to look as though they could tackle Mt. Everest on a winter’s day, even if their most taxing journey is the school run.

Tyres play an important part in this image creation – aggressive, knobbly tyres certainly look the part but, says Goodyear, fitting these tyres just for their looks can be counter-productive. While many 4×4 drivers want their vehicles to look tough and rugged, they actually want on-road performance similar to that of an ordinary saloon car.

1st March 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Maxxis Trepador 4×4 Has Competition Pedigree

The Maxxis bias ply M-8060 Trepador competition tyre has enjoyed considerable off-road success – so much so that Maxxis has developed a radial version for day-to-day use. The M-8060 Trepador radial is designed to combine excellent traction with smooth handling and is available in 37×12.5 17, 37×12.5-16 and 40×13.5-17 sizes.

An aggressive directional tread element arrangement ensures a uniform tread contact area for sure-footed handling on all wet and dry surfaces, while the multi-stage staggered shoulder lugs give added control on uneven terrain, especially boggy ground and snow.
Multi-curve tread siping not only improves traction on loose dirt, but also enhances braking and driving performance. A double steel belt construction improves puncture resistance and provides long-lasting wear and uniformity, while a jointless spiral-wrapped full nylon cap boosts strength and stability.

27th February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

New Toyota FJ Cruiser to Ride on Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 Tyres

(Akron/Tire Review) Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire (BFNAT) announced that its Bridgestone brand Dueler H/T 840 tyres will be original equipment on the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser SUV. BFNAT will supply the tyres in size P265/70R17 113S. That size carries a UTQG rating of 300/B/B, according to BFNAT.

24th February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Marangoni Adds A to Z Tire to Dealer Network

(Akron/Tire Review) Marangoni Tread North America (MTNA) has added A to Z Tire in Amarillo, Texas, to its network of Ringtread plants. A to Z Tyre is a fourth-generation, family-owned commercial tyre dealership with 21 locations in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Montana. In 1999, A to Z Tire installed its first Ringtread system in its San Antonio location and began servicing the south, central and north Texas markets.

23rd February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

CTNA Announces New Flagship Performance Tyre

(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America (CTNA) announced that its recently launched ContiProContact will serve as the new flagship luxury performance tyre for the Continental brand. The ContiProContact tyre replaces its predecessor, the ContiTouringContact CH95. “The ContiProContact outperformed the ContiTouringContact CH95 in virtually every category, including straight and lateral hydroplaning, as well as ABS braking performance in both wet and dry conditions,” said CTNA in a statement.

22nd February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Coker Tyre to Offer BFGoodrich Redline Tyres

(Akron/Tire Review) Coker Tire Co. announced that it is offering BFGoodrich wide profile Redline radial tyres. With the tyre’s BFGoodrich v-block tread pattern and the distinctive appearance of a Redline sidewall, the supplier of classic and collector tyres said the tyre can turn a vehicle into “the ultimate muscle car tyre.”

20th February 2006/by Tyrepress Editors