Michelin Active Wheel technology on show at Goodwood
At this week’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, Michelin will display its Active Wheel technology, along with other mobility-related innovations, in the FoS Tech Pavilion.
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Michelin’s microchip RFID/TPMS tyre first of its kind
Product News, UK NewsIn something of a coup for the UK, Michelin chose London as the venue for the global launch of its latest RFID/TPMS truck tyre technology on 19 June. The UK truck tyre business, which has previously been referred to as something of a model for other mature European markets, was selected because it is an area where the French tyre manufacturer is dominant in the truck and especially bus segments. This fact also provided Michelin with a clear opportunity to implement its technology on a large fleet and thereby also demonstrate the performance of its technology to fleets and the market as a whole. Tyres & Accessories visited West Ham Bus Garage in East London to attend the launch of technology and see it in action.
Michelin chosen as sole M6 fitment
NewsWhen the latest generation BMW M6 is released in summer 2012, the German manufacturer’s largest M-badged coupé and convertible will be supplied exclusively with Michelin’s Pilot Super Sport tyres. Michelin has not specified which dimensions are covered by the supply agreement, however BMW has selected 265/40 ZR19 102Y for the front wheels and 295/35 ZR19 104Y on the rear as standard equipment on the M6, with 265/35 ZR20 99Y as a front axle option and 295/30 ZR20 101Y as an option for the rear.
Solideal buys Forklift Tire
NewsSolideal USA Inc has reportedly bought the assets of of Florida Inc effective from 1 June. Details of the terms of the sale have not been disclosed. The business was sold by the heirs of Silas Otha Kines Jr who died earlier in 2012.
Bridgestone OE on new 3 Series
NewsBMW has selected Bridgestone tyres as original equipment for the new BMW 3 Series model. A combination of standard touring and Run Flat Technology (RFT) tyres have been selected to run across the BMW 3 series range. With a strong focus on safety and balanced performance, the chosen tyres have been introduced to the European market for 2012.
Mild to wild: something for every driver in Yokohama’s range
NewsWhen it comes to high performance tyres, Japanese manufacturer Yokohama says there’s something for everyone in its range. From motorsport-bred circuit tyres to safety and confidence-inspiring replacement road tyres, Yokohama offers a range that caters for drivers from mild to wild.
Penny Hydraulics offers Tyre Lift
NewsWhile handling and lifting in depots often focuses on the basic tyre changing operations, Penny Hydraulics has introduced a product designed to promote the safer, more efficient handling of tyres, wheels and associated equipment throughout the depot. The Penny Hydraulics Tyre Lift is a versatile platform lift for handling tyres, wheels and other loads weighing up to 500kg between ground level and a first floor or mezzanine store.
Starco enters the tractor radial market
NewsToday, at the opening day of Reifen 2012 tyre show in Germany, Starco announced its entry into the tractor radial tyre market. The company describes its entry into this area, which centres on a new distribution agreement with the tyre manufacturer ATG, as “a move that breaks with the past and indicates the shape of things to come.” Under the agreement, Starco will now distribute ATG’s Galaxy tractor tyre range in Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Germany and the Benelux countries.
MU11 – Marshall’s top performer
NewsThe flagship ultra-high performance tyre of the Marshal range, the Matrac FX MU11, is now firmly established in a wide range of sizes on the UK market. The Matrac FX has been designed to offer especially high levels of wet weather performance and resistance to aquaplaning, outstanding characteristics are high resistance to uneven wear and low noise generation are two further stated characteristics of note.
Bosch introduces FWA 4630 wheel aligner
NewsTyre service products from Bosch, collectively labelled the “Around the Wheel” range, have been updated with the addition of its new FWA 4630. Bosch’s latest generation of wheel alignment equipment acknowledges the importance of time and accuracy to tyre service providers. It says the development of the latest machine was also influenced by the continuing evolution of chassis and suspension technology.
Trelleborg announces agro/forestry tyre price increase
NewsTrelleborg Wheel Systems has announced that it plans to implement price increases on agricultural and forestry tyres and wheels.
The price hike of up to 5.5 per cent in North America takes effect in July 2012, on all tyres and wheels designed for use in agricultural, forestry and light industrial applications.
Momo tyre range to debut in Essen
NewsMomo, a well known Italian automotive brand most famous for its wheels, has announced that it is launching a tyre range in partnership with Univergomma S.p.a. at next week’s Reifen exhibition in Essen, Germany.
From Birmingham to Beijing, on Goodyear tyres
International News, NewsLand Rover recently produced its one millionth Discovery vehicle and, to celebrate this milestone and demonstrate the Discovery's versatility and all-round capability, the company decide to send the vehicle on a trip – from Birmingham to Beijing.
For this epic, 50-day, 8,000-mile adventure, Land Rover chose Wrangler DuraTrac tyres for the three vehicles that undertook the daunting journey across more than a dozen countries. The conditions on the way were challenging and varied, including crossing mountains and driving on all sorts of surfaces.
Pirelli expects heat and speed at Snetterton BSB round
MotorsportPirelli has predicted fast, exciting racing and hot weather at Snetterton’s MCE British Superbike event this weekend. The new ‘300’ track layout was well received by riders and fans last in its first year in 2011. The Pirelli team returns from the North West 200 having secured four race wins, to focus on Snetterton BSB before the start of the Isle of Man TT practice week on Monday.
Alcoa Wheels awarded environmental certification
NewsAlcoa Wheel & Transportation Products (AWTP) has announced that its line of wheel products are now Silver Cradle to Cradle Certified CM. The award is a result of the company’s material choices and production processes, which the global sustainability consulting firm behind the certificate – McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry – deems environmentally safe and healthy. The recyclable nature of aluminium was also cited as a reason for Alcoa’s accreditation. The company’s wheels are the first products in the transportation industry to receive certification from the Cradle to Cradle Certified CM programme, a fact that Alcoa says can be attributed to the sustainable characteristics of its aluminium.
