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Snap-on presents new N2 nitrogen generator

Snap-on Equipment has announced its new N2 Generator nitrogen inflation system, available under the Hofmann and John Bean brands. The mobile unit for motorcycle, car, caravan, 4X4 and LCV tyres generates nitrogen at a rate of 4,380 litres per hour. Snap-on says nitrogen inflation will help extend tyre life, lower fuel consumption and reduce tyre wear, therefore improving grip, handling and safety due to much slower tyre pressure loss, as nitrogen particles are larger than oxygen.

8th February 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

ACDelco Remains Highly Charged On Batteries

ACDelco notes with pride that its batteries described as “the best dressed and the business”, and this distinction may be one of the reasons why batteries remain one of the company’s flagship product groups. And with ACDelco looking to focus on fine-tuning its part offering across all main product groups this year, the company will be shortly enhancing its battery range with the addition of a number of new parts references.

27th September 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Quality Batteries, Sensible Prices from Maxxis

Maxxis has a goal of meeting the demand for quality, affordable motorcycle and ATV batteries, and is doing this through offering the well-known GS brand and its own Powerite brand. As Maxxis points out, the marketplace is value led and by stocking both premium products and its own brand, which is suitable for 80 per cent of UK road bikes, Bickers plc – a division of Maxxis International UK – can provide a solution for everything from scooters and superbikes to ATVs, irrespective of age.

10th September 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Volume Key to Economical GS Battery Stock, says Maxxis

While Maxxis has been making strides as a tyre brand over recent years, the UK company says it continues to meet market demand for “affordable motorcycle and ATV batteries” with GS brand and its own Powerite range. “In excess of 90 GS products are available through Bickers [a division of Maxxis International UK], all of which come with a standard two-year warranty. Understandably, there is a price premium on batteries of this quality, but because we deal in such high volumes it is much less than people might think,” says Maxxis International UK’s managing director Derek McMartin.

3rd September 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Chicago Pneumatic Offers New 2 Year Guarantee

Chicago Pneumatic (CP) has introduced a new two year guarantee on what it says are some of the market’s favourite tools. The move doubles the warranty period on the company’s original “Classic” range of tools. This new Classic range is a collection of all the well known vehicle service tools in the CP range that customers regard as essential to their business and forms the initial part of the company’s complete redesign of its entire product portfolio in due course.

Included in this Classic collection are tools such as the CP734H half inch impact wrench which features Dyna-Pact oil bath clutch and one-handed push button forward/reverse with four positive power settings to deliver a smooth operation and extreme durability.

17th August 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin North America Going Mobile with Primacy MXM4 Launch

Starting 9 July, consumers with smart phones can see the recently introduced Michelin Primacy MXM4 in action, reports Tire Review. The mobile phone scan option is part of Michelin North America’s promotion effort behind the launch of the new premium segment tyre. MNA said consumers can download the free code reader app at upcode.mobi. The luxury touring tyre is now available in 12 market sizes covering 16- to 19-inch wheel diameters. The tyre carries a 55,000-mile warranty for H/V speed rated sizes and a 45,000-mile warranty for W-rated sizes.

1st July 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Wolfrace Launches New Wolf Design Wheel

Wolf Design, the range of alloy wheels and body kits from Wolfrace for the executive SUV and large saloon market, now includes a new Wolf RR alloy wheel in sizes 9.0×20", 10.0×20" and 9.5×22".

23rd June 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

UK Brokerage Chosen for Spain, Portugal Tyre Warranties

UK insurance broker Garratts has landed a 700,000 euro contract to arrange tyre warranties for car dealers in Spain and Portugal. The Preston based broker was appointed by Spanish broker Sanz & Domecq to provide an annual warranty policy covering 411 workshops and 180 garages across the two countries.

23rd March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Kumho Launches First US Market Eco-Friendly Tyre

Kumho Tire USA has launched its new eco Solus HM tyre; its first eco-friendly tyre for the US market. Kumho says the all-season tyre is “less impactful on the environment while delivering exceptional performance.” The Korean manufacturer also offers a 100,000-miles tread wear warranty with the tyre: “one of the highest treadwear warranties available from any tyre manufacturer,” Kumho claims. The tyre is available in 23 T-rated sizes covering 13- to 17-inch diameters. (Tire Review)

10th March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Accuride Introduces OEM-Quality Chrome Wheel Accessories

Accuride Corporation recently debuted a line of OEM-quality chrome wheel accessories. This new range consists of ABS chrome front and rear wheel hub and nut covers designed to fit most class 7 and 8 trucks, trailers, and recreational vehicles.

5th March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Klarius Launches Diesel Particulate Filter Range

Klarius has launched a new range of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) for the aftermarket. Marketed by Klarius through the largest of its European manufacturing plants in Stoke, the new range of DPFs is said to match OE quality and is fully recyclable part. Klarius DPFs are also Bio-Diesel compatible, providing the vehicle was originally manufactured to run on Bio-Diesel.

17th February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Hofmann Introduces New Truck and Bus Wheel Balancer Design

Hofmann, a brand within Snap-on Equipment, has introduced a new design for the geodyna ‘off-the-vehicle’ 980L and 4800L truck, bus and coach wheel balancers. Both machines now feature a reinforced cabinet, which is, Hofmann claims, stronger yet 30 per cent lighter than before. Other enhancements include a redesigned wheel guard support that enables the guard to be handled more smoothly and conveniently.

21st January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Hofmann Introduces Fusion Wheel Balancer, Tyre Changer

Hofmann, a brand within Snap-on Equipment, has unveiled its new duo of machines under the brand name Fusion. The company says that the wheel balancer and tyre changer both aim to be class leading. They are available as a package for £3,999, including a 24-month parts and labour warranty, delivery, installation and training.

7th December 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Toyo Tires Gains ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Toyo Tire USA Corp. has received re-certification to the latest ISO 9001:2008 management system standards. The certificate acknowledges Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. for sales, warranty service and end user technical support. Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. was first certified under ISO standards in 1997. The ISO 9001:2008 re-certification affirms Toyo Tires’ dedication to meeting the international standard for customer satisfaction as well as the standard for continual organizational improvement. “As a company, Toyo Tires strives to meet the strictest standards for delivering both product quality as well as the utmost in customer support,” said Yasushi Takagi, president and CEO of Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. “We are proud to meet the requirements for the ISO 9001:2008 certification.”

7th December 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Accuride Brands Win Thomas Built Supplier Awards

Accuride Corporation’s Gunite and Accuride Wheels brands have received Silver Supplier Awards for 2009 from Daimler Trucks North America division Thomas Built Buses. This award is given to Thomas Built Buses suppliers whose “supplier report cards” exceed a 90 per cent standard of excellence for the year. Suppliers are graded on their performance in specified criteria surrounding quality, delivery, cost, warranty, and technical support.

18th November 2009/by Tyrepress Editors