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New Sizes Increase Conti’s Summer PCR Range

Newly announced sizes have broadened Continental’s summer passenger car tyre range for 2008. The company’s top ContiSportContact 3 model is now available in a total of 138 sizes and 111 size options are included in the ContiPremiumContact 2 range for medium and larger sized vehicles.

The ContiSportContact 3 was developed with the manufacturers and drivers of sporty cars in mind, and Conti thus emphasised braking distances, handling and wet road performance as the tyre’s key strengths. The range features an additional tread pattern variant for powerful rear-wheel-drive sports cars and yet another tread version for tuning requirements. The Conti sports tyre has received original equipment releases from numerous leading carmakers: Volkswagen has recently started equipping its Passat CC with the self-sealing variant based on ContiSeal technology. Other vehicle manufacturers offer SSR-run-flat variants as standard tyres on wide sections of their model lines.

12th March 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

All This And Good Looks Too…

Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso is aimed at bikers who not only want their machines to perform flawlessly at all speeds, but to look good as well.

Today’s bikes are more powerful than ever and all this power passes through the tyre’s contact patch – improve the contact patch’s behaviour, says Pirelli, and the benefits to the rider are enormous. Hence Pirelli’s EPT (Enhanced Patch Technology), which affects every aspect of the tyre’s design – tread pattern, structure, compound etc. – to ensure maximum performance in all conditions.

6th February 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Nero Adds Style

New to its tuning range, Italian auto accessory company MOMO has introduced the Nero collection; a brooding new line-up of steering wheel, gearshift knob, pedal set and harness pad set, inspired by the Italian definition of the collection’s name…’black’.

Already well renowned for its range of steering wheels, MOMO’s 350mm Nero model is finished in leather and features black suede grip inserts, satin silver detail rings, a moulded black satin centre pad and a sculpted base section.

5th February 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Marangoni Aims to Take Tuning Market by Storm

Marangoni has announced major sponsorship deals with Santa Pod Raceway at Autosport International 2008. This begins with Marangoni being title sponsor of the first major tuning show of 2008, The Fast Show on 9 March, then associate sponsor of Jap Show on 22 June. Marangoni will then be title sponsor of 3-day USC tuning show between 1 – 3 August 2008. Marangoni is making its debut appearance at Autosport International in association with Santa Pod Raceway on Stand 12790 in the ‘Piston Head Halls’ (11 and 12). Highlighting the Marangoni presence will be the sensational headline-grabbing Progetto Marangoni Toyota Yaris that has uniquely linked the go-faster, tuning and enthusiast markets directly with a leading European tyre manufacturer.

11th January 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Marangoni: PR Programme Boosted Consumer Brand Awareness

Marangoni reports that the increase in consumer brand awareness the company experienced in 2007 has “exceeded all expectations,” delivering the Italian tyre brand’s highest UK profile to date. “While this has been a tremendous achievement, there will be no resting on our laurels and in 2008 we will be concentrating greater effort into this area which is a key aspect of our brand strategy,” said Derek Carruthers, Marangoni (Car Tyre Division) Sales & Marketing Director.

The Marangoni campaign was led by the Italian manufacturer’s involvement in Progetto Marangoni, a project to create “the hottest Toyota Yaris ever” in partnership with Redline magazine. According to Marangoni, this not only kept the Marangoni Mythos tyres chosen for the project car in readers’ minds, but also created substantial brand awareness and a strong perception of Marangoni as a high quality high performance product. Throughout the duration of Progetto Marangoni, continuing trade-orientated promotion highlighted the involvement and increasing profile of Marangoni Intelligence Centres and retailers.

18th December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Hankook Reaffirms Commitment to Vehicle Modification Group

As part of its commitment to motoring that is both enjoyable and responsible, Hankook Tire recently signed a contract at the Essen Motor Show confirming its ongoing partnership with the German tuning organisation VDAT. Vehicle tuning and modification enjoys a very strong following in this country and Hankook’s third consecutive year of support for the VDAT ‘Tune it! Safe!’ campaign sends a clear message that the manufacturer is fully behind those involved in the tuning scene – so long as the modifications made to vehicles are safe and legal.

10th December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli Prepares for Significant Presence at Bologna Motor Show

The Bologna Motor Show begins on December 7 and Pirelli intends to be at the heart of the action. Rubber produced by the Italian tyremaker will be on track at all the most significant races that form part of the Motor Show programme.

The 32nd Bologna show gets underway with the Pirelli Champions Cup, which this year is being run for the second time. Pirelli will adopt the tried and trusted and formula used last year, pitting racing and motorbike stars in competition to decide who will earn the title of “Pirelli Champion of Champions.” These drivers will go against each other in racing cars – the Maserati GranSport Trofeo – as well as Group N Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IXs prepared by Mauro Rally Tuning.

7th December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Renews Commitment to Time Attack & EDC

Toyo Tire (UK) has announced it has signed a three-year sponsorship deal for continued support and sponsorship of the Time Attack Series and the European Drift Championship (EDC). According to Toyo, this latest sponsorship deal signals a new level of maturity for the Toyo and Time Attack and EDC partnership and commits both parties to further develop what the tyremaker believes is already the UK’s premium high speed motoring event for aftermarket tuned cars. Additionally, and within the details of the sponsorship deal, Toyo will be the official control tyre of choice for all the Time Attack series competitors.

3rd December 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Most Extreme Maserati to Wear Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT

It is considered the most extreme Maserati of all time – with 755 horsepower under the bonnet and a maximum speed of 202 mph – and it is designed exclusively for the racetrack. Now, Hubert Haupt, entrepreneur and former driver in Germany’s Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters racing series, has become the first driver to put a Maserati MC 12 Versione Corse through its paces on a regular street.

Haupt drove the MC 12 on a series of test laps on Italy’s Adria Raceway, and later secured the first-ever approval to drive the car on public roads. Taking charge of this level of power and race technology out amongst other drivers is no small responsibility, so Haupt selected tyres he was confident would handle his MC 12 well – the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT, in dimensions of 315/30 ZR 19 on the front axle and 325/35 ZR 19 (106Y) XL on the rear.

19th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Revolution Opens In Style

Tuning company Revolution threw open the doors to their £1.4m premises in November and not only did the ‘Who’s Who’ of the tuning World turn up to help them celebrate, but also droves of their loyal customers. Yokohama rolled up with their full roadshow rig and tuned BMW demo car. Toyo presented the impressive Pontiac drag car of Malcolm Francis, and Buddy Club showcased their stunning DC5 Integra ATC racer. There really was something for everyone. Even KITT from the cult 1980s television programme Knight Rider put in an appearance! Also on hand were representatives and demo cars from the likes of Eibach, Koni and Whiteline.

15th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Federal & Hero Welcome Friends at SEMA

The SEMA Show is again around the corner, taking place between October 30 and November 2 in the Las Vegas Convention Center. In attendance at SEMA in 2007 is Federal Tyre, who wishes to extend its hospitality to existing and new friends.

Strongly inspired by motorsport themes, this year’s Federal Tyres stand at SEMA will be home to a vast array of the manufacturer’s tyres, including the FZ201, 595RPM and 595RS. Also present will be D1 Grand Prix Drifting founder and Option Magazine Publisher Daijiro Inada, who will sign autographs alongside his Nissan 180SX. And attendees whose blood does not get pumped by drifting can enjoy the many talents of the “Federal promo-girl squad”, who will offer ‘photo opportunities’ and hand out tattoo stickers.

As if all this wasn’t enough, the 112 square metre stand will also accommodate product lines from the fine-tuning Hero range, including a 16-inch fitment of the Atlanta AR01 PCR; Milanza HZ1 ultra-high performance tyre in a 20-inch size and Dynastorm A/T in 245/70R16. More sophisticated Federal products such as the 595EVO, 595RPM and Couragia A/T are expected to cater for the growing US appetite for this type of product, and offer the following benefits:

24th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Revolution Revised

The planned launch event for Revolution’s new tuning megastore near Gateshead, has had to be put back to Saturday 10 November. Why? Well, despite managing to complete the entire £1 million build on schedule and on budget, owner Glenn Campbell has faced been beaten by the gas board and has to wait to be hooked up to the mains! After all, what’s an open day without a decent cup of tea?

The new site covers an impressive one acre and is expected to house the largest selection of wheels and tyres in the UK. Located just off the A1 in Gateshead, the Megastore will also boast no less than 4 fitting bays, a team of 4 highly trained technicians and the very latest in wheel alignment and tyre-fitting technology. Nitrogen tyre inflation and facilities for up to 30″ rim fitments are all now ‘business as usual’.

19th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Revolution Opens New £1m Megastore

Performance specialist Revolution is set to open the doors to its latest and greatest outlet. The one-acre purpose built site, in the heart of Northeast England, will begin trading on Saturday October 27.

Now in its tenth year of trading, Revolution has grown steadily from its inception to become a highly regarded tuner and mail order suppliers of tyres, wheels and related equipment plus a host of other performance and styling accessories. According to Revolution the new megastore, located just off the A1 in Gateshead, will house the largest selection of wheels and tyres in the UK and be equipped with no less than four fitting bays staffed by specialist technicians trained in the latest wheel alignment and tyre fitting technology. Nitrogen tyre inflation and facilities for fitments of up to 30-inch rims will be, Revolution adds, all ‘business as usual.’

“Our philosophy with the new store is to deliver the ultimate experience for the customer,” says owner Glenn Campbell. “Whether they’re buying tuning parts, visiting us for routine servicing or simply popping in for some impartial advice.” Visitors walking into the Gateshead outlet will find surroundings that Revolution describe as “most alien to hardened tuners” – a comfortable environment with seating, televisions, gaming areas and the obligatory coffee bar. All provided without compromising the company’s price match policy, reassures Campbell: “We can still match any like-for-like quote you can find!”

9th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Extra Light Wheel From Carlsson

Career Tracks, Product News

Carlsson wheels have always had a good reputation in the Mercedes tuning sector and the company’s latest product – the 1/11 Evo Brilliant Edition (BE) looks set to enhance this even further. Based on the successful 1/11 BE wheel, the new 22″ wheel has been developed for use on Mercedes ML, R and G class vehicles.

As well as visual impact, the 1/11 Evo BE offers greater ride comfort and considerable weight saving, says Carlsson. The distribution of the 11 spokes means that the forces acting on the wheel are transferred to the centre of the wheel, thus making thick walls unnecessary and saving weight. Grooves in the spokes save even more weight, with the result that the 1/11 Evo BE weighs 20.3 kg – over 3 kg lighter than comparable, one-piece cast aluminium wheels, with no reduction in strength.

30th August 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Automechanika Shanghai – December 2007

Automechanika Shanghai has gained a reputation as one of China’s most valuable professional forums for the automotive parts, components and aftermarket industry. The Automechanika show to take place in China’s largest city is scheduled for 5 – 7 December and will house a complete range of products for the automotive original equipment and aftermarket, including parts and systems, accessories and tuning, repair and maintenance, and service station and car wash. Over 700 exhibitors have already confirmed their attendance, necessitating a doubling of the size of the fair to over 46,000sqm.

When Automechanika Shanghai was last held, in December 2006, more than 12,000 visitors from 97 countries & regions attended, 38 per cent more than attended the previous show in 2004. An onsite survey revealed that around 90 per cent of visitors were people involved in purchasing decisions for their company. Of this figure 25 per cent were attendees from overseas.

10th August 2007/by Tyrepress Editors