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Doublestar surprises with demand for Kumho Tire discount Just when it seemed the sale of a controlling stake in Kumho Tire to Qingdao Doublestar Tire was in the bag, the Chinese tyre maker has surprised everyone with its demand that Kumho Tire’s creditors reduce their KRW 955 billion (£650.3 million) bid price by ten per cent. Will this cause the deal to fall apart?
Bridgestone truck tyre sales continue to grow despite tough market conditions By all accounts the UK commercial vehicle tyre market remains a tough environment. low cost oversupply has been rife for years. In addition, a number of heavyweight players are using premium products and smart integrated service offers to compete for the largest truck and bus fleets. With this competitive context in mind, Tyres & Accessories spoke with Bridgestone North Europe region commercial sales director Greg Ward and found out more about how the company continues to grow.
e-jobsheet expands to include fleet audit enhancements e-jobsheet subscribers will be able to offer an improved service for inspecting and auditing direct and third party fleets with the introduction of the new fleet audit facility next month, as the open-architecture, digital tablet-based work exchange for truck, bus and van moves into testing by dedicated fleet auditors during August.
CAM: OTC upgrades UK truck tyre data CAM’s Online Tyre Catalogue (OTC) is playing a key role in linking ‘sharer dealers’ to the platform the Tyre Intelligence Europe (TIE) initiative. According to the company, the pivotal role the system is playing when it comes to accessing details down to the article level for brands, sizes and location of sale is becoming increasingly apparent.
Goodyear names new CTO Effective 1 September, Christopher Helsel will take over as chief technology officer at the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, and additionally take on the role of vice-president. Helsel, who currently serves as director, North America commercial and global off-highway technology, succeeds Joe Zekoski as chief technology officer.
Irish Road Hauliers, Midland Tyre Services jointly oppose truck tyre disposal plans The Irish Road Hauliers Association (IRHA) and Midland Tyres Services Ltd (MTS) have jointly announced their opposition to the proposed inclusion of truck tyres into the pending Environmental Disposal Levy (EDL) scheme. IRHA and MTS said their opposition has the “strong and universal support” of their members and customers.
Dunlop previews Moto2, Moto3 Silverstone weekend The FIM Moto2 and Moto3 World Championships head to Silverstone, Northamptonshire for round 12, which takes place over the weekend of 26 and 27 August. Tyre supplier Dunlop states that the cooler and normally windy conditions at Silverstone have prompted the use of the harder rear tyre options across both championships, while the single option Moto2-2 front, with its operating window of around 10-35 degrees ambient, is designed to cover all outcomes.
Avon back on Isle of Man for Festival of Motorcycling Avon Tyres is making another trip across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man for the late-summer leg of its motorcycling celebrations – the Festival of Motorcycling. The tyre brand, which has a strong historical link with racing on the island, plays a major role in both parts of the festival – the Classic TT races and the Manx Grand Prix.
Providing inspiration through motorsport: Giti Tire partners with Team BRIT Last year, Giti Tire debuted as sponsor and tyre supplier to the Fun Cup UK, and the tyre maker says it is proud to return for a second year in 2017. In addition to sponsoring the Fun Cup series, this year Giti Tire is also partnering with Team BRIT, a charity set up to inspire veterans with disabilities, PTSD, and mental health issues by demonstrating what can be achieved through motorsports.
TyreSafe unveils new tyre guidance for motorhome drivers and a unique pressure calculator TyreSafe has unveiled new tyre guidance for motorhome users along with a unique pressure calculator. The post TyreSafe unveils new tyre guidance for motorhome drivers and a unique pressure calculator appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Check tyres before you drive away for your getaway to avoid holiday havoc As millions of motorists get their summer holiday on the road this weekend, amidst widespread predictions of traffic chaos, TyreSafe is reminding all drivers to check their tyres before they leave home. The post Check tyres before you drive away for your getaway to avoid holiday havoc appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Tyre Safety Month materials highlight Britain’s motorists could be spending £600 million on unnecessary fuel bills A study conducted by TyreSafe* and highlighted in its Tyre Safety Month campaign materials launched today have revealed Britain’s motorists could be spending up to £600 million on unnecessary fuel bills. Why? Because research** suggests as many as 57% of car and van tyres on the roads are being driven below recommended inflation pressures, increasing […] The post Tyre Safety Month materials highlight Britain’s motorists could be spending £600 million on unnecessary fuel bills appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Scooter commuters reminded to keep the Ride to Work tyre safe With the Motorcycle Industry Association’s (MCIA) Ride to Work Week at full throttle, TyreSafe is reminding scooter commuters to carry out regular tyre checks to ensure we can all #CommuteHappy. The post Scooter commuters reminded to keep the Ride to Work tyre safe appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Initiatives to be announced at Tyre Safety Month Briefing will ‘broaden impact’ of TyreSafe’s campaign Initiatives to be announced at TyreSafe’s annual Tyre Safety Month Briefing are set to broaden the impact of the UK’s tyre safety charity’s driver education campaign. In addition to presentations on TyreSafe’s own activities and its launch of Tyre Safety Month 2017 materials, representatives from national organisations will unveil tyre safety initiatives directly affecting Britain’s […] The post Initiatives to be announced at Tyre Safety Month Briefing will ‘broaden impact’ of TyreSafe’s campaign appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
TyreSafe invites motorists to share their stories with #ItHappenedToMe campaign TyreSafe is asking those who have suffered as a result of a tyre-related incident and are willing to share their story to participate in its #ItHappenedToMe campaign. The post TyreSafe invites motorists to share their stories with #ItHappenedToMe campaign appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Before you use a vehicle that’s been in storage, carry out thorough tyre checks As the warmer weather approaches, caravans, classic cars, horseboxes, motorhomes and many other vehicles will be coming out of winter storage for the first time this year. The post Before you use a vehicle that’s been in storage, carry out thorough tyre checks appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
National road safety campaign features TyreSafe’s message to check tyres before travelling this Easter TyreSafe’s tyre safety awareness message to check tyres before travelling this Easter is being featured in a national advertising campaign from Highways England and THINK! The post National road safety campaign features TyreSafe’s message to check tyres before travelling this Easter appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Britain’s motorists and government should reflect on ‘unacceptable’ MoT failure rates due to tyre defects, says TyreSafe Government figures have revealed tyre defects account for over a quarter (27%) of all car MoT failures. The post Britain’s motorists and government should reflect on ‘unacceptable’ MoT failure rates due to tyre defects, says TyreSafe appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Registration for Tyre Safety Month Briefing & TyreSafe Awards dinner now open TyreSafe, the UK’s tyre safety charity, is inviting road safety stakeholders to register to attend the Tyre Safety Month Briefing which will take place on Thursday 6th July at the Belfry Hotel & Resort, Wishaw in the West Midlands. The post Registration for Tyre Safety Month Briefing & TyreSafe Awards dinner now open appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Child care – Tyre care: TyreSafe launches campaign to remind drivers to be tyre safe when driving with children TyreSafe, the UK’s tyre safety charity, is launching a new awareness campaign aimed at all those who drive with children on board. The post Child care – Tyre care: TyreSafe launches campaign to remind drivers to be tyre safe when driving with children appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
‘Concerning’ rise in MoT failures due to defects with tyre safety system TyreSafe has aired its concern at the implication for road safety of skyrocketing MoT failure rates caused by defects with vehicles’ Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS). The post ‘Concerning’ rise in MoT failures due to defects with tyre safety system appeared first on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
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