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UK Subaru Dealerships Buy 50 Brake Lathes

Following a recommendation from Subaru of America, UK dealership have purchased 50 on car brake lathes from Pro-Cut. According to the company, when the discs are resurfaced using an on-car brake lathe, mulitple repairs for brake judder, squeals and squeaks are virtually eliminated. The PFM 9.19 is the latest generation of on-car brake lathes and can skim an axle in under 20 minutes whilst the brake pads are being changed.

Subaru of America recommended the brake lathe in response to brake discs being classed as consumables and as such not covered by warranty. All Subaru dealerships and service centres have been advised to skim discs rather than replace them, saving the workshop time, saving the customer unneeded expense, and saving the environment by recycling reusable discs.

27th November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Alcoa and Greg Weld Design Offer Tru-Forged Wheels

Greg Weld Design and Alcoa Wheels will have decided to combine their efforts to design, manufacture, market and sell what they say will be “some of the most advanced forged alloy wheels available for the automotive aftermarket.” The two companies’ aim is to exceed the needs of the most demanding 4×4 or “Tuff Truck” enthusiast by offering Greg Weld Design’s new Tru-Forged wheels by Alcoa. The wheels will be Available in 20, 22 and 24 inch diameters and up to 14 inches wide. All Tru-Forged wheels will feature a unique polished finish that carries a limited 5 year warranty supported by Greg Weld Design.

All Tru-Forged wheels will be hot-forged from a billet of 6061-T6 aerospace alloy for maximum strength and durability. The one-piece design is 100 per cent CNC machined. The lightweight design, 3500lb. load rating and lifetime limited structural warranty are reportedly unmatched in the industry.

1st November 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Wanli Adds Low Profile A/T Line

(Akron/Tire Review) Wanli Performance Tire has launched the Wanli S-2085 High Performance A/T line. The Wanli S-2085 is an H-rated, all-terrain tyre for light truck/SUV applications, said the company. “We see more truck owners wanting the best of both worlds,” said Don Mathis, sales director. “There is a demand for the low profile look and ability of a high performance tyre, plus the off road capability of an all terrain tyre. The S-2085 is a no compromise solution for a truck owner who wants great looks and performance while retaining the ability to use the truck, well, like a truck.”

30th October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

BFNAT Adds New LT/SUV Tire

(Akron/Tire Review) Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire has launched the Bridgestone Dueler A/T 695, a new all-terrain light truck/SUV line. Replacing the Dueler A/T 693, the tyre features Bridgestone’s UNI-T technology; a “two-in-one tread block design” for on-road stability and handling; silica-based tread compound for wet traction; open shoulder slots for water evacuation; and interlocking tread notches and off-shoulder tread blocks for mud and snow traction.

The tyre – R-, S- and T-rated – will be available in 21 sizes covering 15- to 20-inch wheel diameters, and has a 460 AB UTQG rating. The tyre also comes with a 50,000-mile limited treadwear warranty. All sizes carry the Bridgestone Platinum Pact 3-Year Replacement Limited Warranty and Buy & Try, 30-Day Guarantee.

2nd October 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

AASA Sees Aftermarket Growing

(Akron/Tire Review) A new report by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) says that the US light vehicle automotive aftermarket industry is expected to grow over the next several years, with the largest increase predicted for 2007.

A detailed analysis of the size of the aftermarket is included in the 2007-2008 AASA Automotive Aftermarket Status Report.

According to AASA, the value of the light vehicle aftermarket (parts and labour) will break the $200 billon mark within the next few years. The light vehicle aftermarket reached $185.2 billion in 2006, a 2.9 per cent increase over 2005. AASA estimates the light vehicle aftermarket will finish 2007 at nearly $193 billion, an increase of 4.0 per cent.

29th August 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin Sets New Uniroyal Tiger Paw AWP II

(Akron/Tire Review) Michelin North America has introduced the Uniroyal Tiger Paw AWP II, which will come with a 70,000-mile limited treadwear warranty. The new tyre will be launched this autumn in 26 sizes (21 T- and five S-speed rated), and is designed for large, mid-size and compact sedans, and minivans.

MNA said the range of 13 through 16-inch sizes offered will provide coverage of 94 per cent of the broadline segment and 79 per cent of the touring tyre segment.

27th July 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Cooper Adds Mastercraft Avenger Touring LSR

(Akron/Tire Review) Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has launched the Mastercraft Avenger Touring LSR, a premium all-season touring tyre line. Cooper said the new Mastercraft Avenger Touring LSR features a new performance tyre tread compound. The tyre is available in two tread designs – a T-rated version with four ribs and an H- and V-rated version with five ribs. Cooper said the tyre will address luxury sedan, minivan and CUV segments.

The Touring LSR has a UTQG rating of 640AA on its 14-inch sizes and 780AA on others, Cooper said. The tyre is available in 29 T-rated sizes and 29 H- and V-rated sizes, covering 14- through 18-inch wheel diameters. T-rated sizes come with an 80,000-mile treadwear warranty, while H- and V-rated sizes will have a 60,000-mile warranty. Cooper said the tyres will be produced at the company’s Tupelo, Mississippi and Albany, Georgia plants.

12th July 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

New Wanli UHP to Hit the Market

(Akron/Tire Review) St. Louis-based Zisser Tire has introduced the Wanli S-1089 ultra-high performance tyre. According to Wanli Performance Tire, Zisser’s marketing arm for the line, the new Wanli S-1089’s tread a large serrated center rib for lateral stability and wet traction, and directional tread blocks.

Wanli Performance Tire said the new product is “engineered for comfort and performance in large diameter applications.” The W-rated tyre will be available in nine sizes covering 20- to 24-inch applications, as well as one in size 305/30R26. The tyre, which will be available in late June, said the company, will carry a UTQG of 280AA, and will be covered by Zisser’s free replacement warranty.

30th May 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Vogue Adds 20-Inch to Popular Line

(Akron/Tire Review) To meet customer and dealer demand, Vogue Tyre & Rubber Co. has introduced a 20-inch version of its popular Custom Built Radial VIII. The H-rated 245/40R20 is being produced by Goodyear, and will be available to dealers in late July, Vogue officials said.

The Custom Built Radial VIII features Vogue’s trademark white sidewall and gold stripe accent. The new 20-inch size is M&S-rated for all-season performance, Vogue said, and features the company’s “gold puncture control pad.”

The tire carries a UTQG rating of 500AA and is an extra load size, making ideal for full size domestic sedans and plus-size fitments, Vogue said. Vogue also backs the tire with its warranty package.

Vogue officials said the company also launched a new Web site to support the tire – www.rollinonvogues.com.

29th May 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Alcoa Adds Dura-Bright to LT/SUV Lines

(Akron/Tire Review) Alcoa Forged Specialty Wheels has added the company’s Dura-Bright wheel technology to its line of aftermarket light truck/SUV wheels. Dura-Bright, already available on Alcoa aluminum medium truck wheels, is a surface treatment that helps maintain a wheel’s bright, like-new appearance.

According to Alcoa, the proprietary surface treatment penetrates and reacts with the aluminum thus becoming an integral part of the wheel, and resists peeling, cracking and corrosion.

10th April 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

Ford to Recall US Police Cars

(Akron/Tire Review) The Ford Motor Co. plans to recall more than 109,000 Crown Victoria police cars due to cracks that can develop in the steel wheels that could cause rapid air loss in tyres during high-speed pursuits. The recall affects certain 2003-2005 models. According to the NHTSA, the cracks can form near the weld line that connects the rim to the wheel disk. The stress on wheels during pursuits is much greater than during normal driving because of police techniques, Ford stated.

Ford added that the cracks have been reported in a small percentage of the wheels, which had been covered by an extended warranty program. Dan Jarvis, a spokesman for Ford, said police departments have reported two crashes that they attributed to the wheel problem, but Ford is disputing the claims. No injuries were associated with the two crashes.

14th March 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

MAHA Opens New Production Facility

The new extension to the MAHA factory in Germany commenced operation following the Christmas break. The factory extension, built to accommodate the manufacture of 2 post electro hydraulic lifts, is considered by MAHA UK’s managing director, Gus Gregory, to possibly the most advanced lift production facility for the manufacture of 2 post lifts in the world.

26th February 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

BFNAT Launches New Tyres in Chicago

(Akron/Tire Review) At the Chicago Auto Show this month, Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire (BFNAT) introduced the Bridgestone Turanza all-season tyre with “Serenity technology” and the Bridgestone Duravis heavy-duty light truck and commercial tyre.

9th February 2007/by Tyrepress Editors

NHTSA Now Wants to Keep Data Secret

(Akron/Tire Review) NHTSA reportedly has proposed maintaining confidentiality of certain vehicle safety data uncovered by consumer complaints, warranty claims, and information on vehicles involved in deaths and injuries. The agency said the release of such information “will cause substantial competitive harm and will impair the government’s ability to obtain this information in the future if released.” The release of such information had been included as part of the TREAD Act’s early reporting provisions. Automakers, auto suppliers and tyremakers argued that release of such information without verification of any claims could lead to incorrect conclusions.

6th November 2006/by Tyrepress Editors

Alcoa Expands Wheel Warranty Coverage

(Akron/Tire Review) Alcoa Forged Specialty Wheels has expanded its product warranty to a lifetime-limited warranty covering all of its automotive aftermarket wheels. The new warranty program went into effect 1 September. Under the extended warranty, Alcoa said the warranty covers the life of the wheel against defects in materials or workmanship, and will repair or replace a defective product that fails in normal use and service.

12th September 2006/by Tyrepress Editors