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TGI Opens Nicaraguan Office

Tire Group International (TGI) continues to implement its marketing strategy throughout Latin America and the Caribbean by opening a new sales office in Managua, Nicaragua. Heading this new office is Rigoberto (Rick) Reyes. Mr. Reyes comes to TGI with over 20 years’ experience in the tire & wheel industry having worked for firms such as Progressive Custom Wheel, California Wheel Corp and Martino Tire.

“As part of our continued marketing strategy, Nicaragua is the next country where we will build a stronger presence which will greatly enhance TGI’s reach through our expanding series of brands and segments. We are convinced that with Rick’s skill-set we’ll start seeing immediate benefits as he promotes our brands and the wide array of solutions and services TGI offers”, said Orlando Delgado, Tire Group International’s Senior Vice President of Business Development.

24th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Euro-Spec Nissan GT-R Rolls Into UK on Dunlop SP Sport

The first batch of European spec Nissan GT-Rs have arrived in the UK, and the specification list for the Japanese sport coupe is very impressive indeed. In its European guise the GT-R has had its 588 Nm-rated 3.8 litre V6 twin-turbo engine tweaked to deliver 485 horsepower, and this is complemented by a paddle shift six-speed dual clutch transmission and all wheel drive. Despite a top speed of 193 mph, however, the Nissan is not just about performance – every GT-R is delivered with Bluetooth connectivity, touch screen satellite navigation, climate control, leather trim and Bose sound system.

20th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

US Senate Votes to Ban Lead Weights

In the US, The Olympian is reporting that Washington’s state Senate on Tuesday voted to ban the installation of lead tyre weights by 2011. Dealers will be required to use alternatives like zinc or a steel alloy. The amended bill now goes back to the House, which is expected to approve it. It then goes to Gov. Chris Gregoire to be signed into law.

“The Asian and European car makers have used alternative wheel weights for years now,” said Rep. Tom Campbell, R-Roy, the prime sponsor of House Bill 1033. “We are just catching up to them.” Lead is highly toxic, Campbell says, and it only makes sense to use less hazardous alternatives. It has been linked to brain damage and other nervous system damage, particularly in young children. (Tire Review/Akron)

17th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

MAK to Exhibit at Autopromotec

Wheel manufacturer MAK S.p.A. has announced its intention to exhibit at this year’s Autopromotec, to be held between May 20 and May 24. The company comments that Autopromotec represents a “fundamental appointment” for MAK, as it views the fair as being “the most suitable place and occasion to meet national and international dealers” and to display its most significant wheel designs.

14th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Kei Racing Aiming New Tachi Wheel at Modified Market

Kei Racing has released a new wheel design aimed at the “modified market.” The Tachi (pronounced Tar-Chee), is said to be named after a deadly instrument favoured as the weapon of choice for many Samurai warriors in feudal Japan so, say company representatives, “it’s highly appropriate for Kei’s cutting-edge wheel technology and design.”

The new Japanese design features a matt-gunmetal finish and uses a strong and a simple 10 spoke design to offer good looks with wide calliper clearance for brake cooling. Size wise, there’s something for everyone, with 15 x 6.5, 17 x 7 and 18 x 7.5 all available in a huge array of 4 and 5 stud patterns, covering nearly all core Jap, Tuner and Euro cars. The 15-inch variant is set to retail at just £86.69 each. While the 17 and 18-inch wheels come with £122.50 and £150.34 price tags respectively.

14th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Vanstyle Encourages Van Owners to “Tame the Beast”

We’ve been bombarded with a multitude of Trinny & Susannah style homely to comely shows and home renovation programmes along the lines of ‘Changing Rooms’, but to date vans have been largely left out of this makeover mania. One UK company – Vanstyle – intends to change all this. While it won’t be coming to a television near you any time soon, the company is calling upon all van, SUV and truck drivers to join its campaign to give the nation’s vans the once-over with new wheels and accessories.

Ultimately every van or truck driver chooses his or her vehicle for its functionality, and this naturally shouldn’t be overlooked at makeover time. But Vanstyle says this “doesn’t mean the beast can’t be tamed”. In other words, why not make your machine look good?

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Wolfrace Announces 5-Year Aftermarket Rim Warranty

Wheel designer Wolfrace is confident in the quality of its aftermarket rims – so much so, that it is now offering them with a five-year warranty. This move, which the company claims is an industry first, applies to a number of lines in its 14 design GB range, namely the Porto in silver, Milano, Como, Modena, Oslo, Flair, Campo, Salerno and Riga. A number of designs, the Porto in black/ polished, Trenta, Lugano, Ravenna, Bari, Nogaro, Porto and Ancona in full chrome, are covered by a two-year warranty.

7th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

MAK Presents New Wheel, Mistral

MAK has announced that it has released its first oriented design wheel, the Mistral 5. The shape and the inclination of the spokes show off the wheel’s oriented design. It has a square, straight structure with the spokes perpendicular to the external rim. The difference is then on the surface of the spoke, where there is a diamond insert. The basis of the spoke, anthracite colour, is wider, but it looks thinner thanks to the superficial diamond colour and slight design that lighten the spoke, says the manufacturer.

3rd April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Totrax Sales Manger Appointed

Totrax Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Glen to the position of OEM Sales Manger. The company said that Glen has a long history of working with the specialist Manufacturers of Hi-Speed trailers, Caravans, Turf and Lawn care Machinery, Agricultural Implements, Ground Support Equipment. He joins an experienced internal and external sales team based in Boston, Lincolnshire.

3rd April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

BF SRL Offers New Designs

B.F.srl, the ISO 9001:2000 certified wheel balancing weight maker, is offering an increasingly wide range of balancing weights made from zinc, lead, steel and tin, which it exported to more than 50 countries throughout the world last year. Recent investments in technologically advanced plant and machinery, have resulted in the establishment of a new factory for plastic coating treatment and the introduction of adhesive weights in steel galvanized, plastic coated with epoxy powders of grey and black colour. The latter comes in response to the company’s “constant attention and curiosity” of what is new in the wheels field. However, according to company literature B.F.srl’s offers another key strength to – it offers “a quality product at a very competitive price.”

31st March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

MAK to Show Complete 2009 Wheel Range

MAK S.p.A. reports that the wheel production company is to show a wide range of new and existing products at Autopromotec 2009. First of all, the Brescia-based Italian producer will exhibit the brand-new MAK Mistral, the first directional wheel the company has launched on the market. The interesting thing about this five-spoke design is that while they have a straight structure and they are perpendicular to the external rim, “there is a diamond insert that points the to the design’s left side”. This visual illusion gives the wheel movement and lightness, making it appear slimmer.

30th March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Remog Widens Range of Coated Weights

Remog S.p.A, has widened the range of wheel balancing weights it offers, following the formation of a new plant for the plastic coated treatment of its products with epoxy powders. This plant supports Remog’s other site, which has been operating since 2000, and already has the capacity to cover at 100 per cent of the body of the weight. The new coating technology means the weights can now withstand certified 500 hours to salt fog test.

30th March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

OZ Releases Range for Tuning Newcomers

A new entry-level range from OZ is catering for newcomers to the tuning scene that don’t want to look like beginners. Called the X-Line, the rim line-up is, says OZ, intended for those wanting a “taste of tuning”, and the manufacturer reports buyers will be “rewarded with real OZ rims at an entry-level price.” Three different products are currently available in the X-Line range.

The Adrenalina is a five double-spoke rim design that is available in polished matt black or titanium. The outer struts of the spokes and the rim bead between the spokes is always silver turned. Six sizes are available. The five-spoke Energy features, says OZ, no edges or protruding angles. The manufacturer adds that the slightly lowered centre of the wheel gives the outer struts a fresh impetus, therefore rendering an elegant touch. The wheel is available in matt black or matt silver, and in three sizes.

23rd March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Johnson Controls: Check Your Bike Battery for 2009

Johnson Controls, the manufacturer of market-leading Varta motorcycle batteries, is reminding riders that they can take advantage of a free battery check at their nearest participating stockist. In addition a new 2009 pocked-sized Varta motorcycle battery catalogue is available to help riders choose exactly the right replacement battery to match the unit supplied with the bike or scooter as original equipment. The pocket guide has been updated to include over 300 new models, including the latest BMW bikes such as the R 1200 HPZ sport, and the F 800 GS. Varta’s range provides 98 per cent coverage of the UK two-wheel market. For commuting and sports bikes, VARTA LF AGM batteries are the ideal solution. They are vibration, spill and leak proof and 100 per cent maintenance free. They offer high starting performance and longer lifespan, while a low self-discharging rate means that they can withstand longer periods out of use.

23rd March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Carlsson Produces “World’s Lightest 21″ Wheel”

German company Carlsson has produced what it claims is the world’s lightest 21″ alloy wheel, the 1/5 Evo Ultra Light. Weighing only 10.8kg, the wheel is 40 per cent lighter than any other cast 21″ wheel, says Carlsson.

This weight reduction was achieved by applying forged technology, whereby the material is so strongly densified that there are no traces of air pores in the aluminium. At the same weight load, this allows a thinner wall, compared to usual rims, resulting in improved handling and driving pleasure.

20th March 2009/by Tyrepress Editors