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The Good, the Bad and the Underinflated
With over 50% of tyres driven on Britain’s roads being below the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendation, TyreSafe is urging drivers to get into the habit of carrying out regular checks this Tyre Safety Month. Correct air pressure is essential to ensure safety on the road. If the tyres are under- or over- inflated they have less […] The post The Good, the Bad and the Underinflated first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Linglong presents sustainable rubber tyre prototypes Shandong Linglong Tire recently unveiled a new range of bio-based rubber tyres. Developed in joint collaboration with Beijing University of Chemical Technology over the past three years, the tyres utilise a number of sustainable rubber ingredients. The post Linglong presents sustainable rubber tyre prototypes appeared first on Tyrepress.
Michelin signs €2.5b credit facility Michelin has entered into a new 2.5-billion-euro revolving credit facility with a group of 19 banks. The agreement, signed by Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin and the banks on 16 October, replaces the existing 1.5-billion-euro facility dated 12 July 2011 and amended in 2012 and 2014. Michelin describes the new facility as a “back-up facility” that, jointly with the company’s euro commercial paper program, has been increased to take the group’s growth into account. The post Michelin signs €2.5b credit facility appeared first on Tyrepress.
A Layered Journey – Bridgestone’s new rubber sustainability campaign Bridgestone has announced a new campaign that invites its partners to participate in building a stronger society. Called ‘A Layered Journey’, the campaign highlights the ways Bridgestone is incorporating sustainability in its value chain with a focus upon its commitment to sustainable procurement of natural rubber. The post A Layered Journey – Bridgestone’s new rubber sustainability campaign appeared first on Tyrepress.
Pro-Align: Quick Check Drive is ‘a wheel servicing revolution’ The development of modern car technology has accelerated as fast as ever before and manufacturers producing the systems that allow workshops to service these vehicles effectively have also developed at a fast rate. In some cases, the development has been a technological necessity needed to keep pace with vehicle development, but in other cases, the development is driven by the vision to provide a better, more efficient servicing solution. The post Pro-Align: Quick Check Drive is ‘a wheel servicing revolution’ appeared first on Tyrepress.
ETRMA reconfirms Franco Annunziato as president The Board of Directors of the European Tyre and Rubber Manufactures’ Association has reconfirmed Franco Annunziato as its president for the next three years. Bridgestone’s vice president and senior advisor was elected for the next three years from 1 January 2021. The ETRMA said the appointment was “a strong signal of commitment and continuity to face the actual macroeconomic scenario.” Joan Vicenç Durán, from Consorcio Nacional de Industriales del Caucho, was also elected vice president at the meeting for the same three-year mandate. The post ETRMA reconfirms Franco Annunziato as president appeared first on Tyrepress.
Kordsa awarded Gold sustainability by Ecovadis Kordsa has been awarded the Gold rating for sustainability by Ecovadis. The rating reflects the tyre and construction reinforcement material supplier’s commitment to achieving sustainability. It also calls Kordsa outstanding in the environment, sustainable procurement, workforce and human resources categories. The Gold award places Kordsa within the top companies among more than 40,000 surveyed for their sustainability credentials between 2015-2019. The post Kordsa awarded Gold sustainability by Ecovadis appeared first on Tyrepress.
1 million Eurorepar tyres sold in the first two years Whichever company is responsible for manufacturing Eurorepar Reliance tyres, the repair chain certainly appears to be moving significant quantities. The post 1 million Eurorepar tyres sold in the first two years appeared first on Tyrepress.
Are Eurorepar Reliance tyres made by Hankook? Following the announcement that PSA UK has added Reliance tyres to its British Eurorepar offer. The next question is, who makes the Reliance tyre brand? The good news is that colleagues at our German sister publication (Neue Reifenzeitung, which you can read online at reifenpresse.de) looked into this at the end of 2019 and found strong evidence that the tyres are made by Hankook. The post Are Eurorepar Reliance tyres made by Hankook? appeared first on Tyrepress.
Bridgestone launches Battlax Sport Touring T32 motorcycle tyres Bridgestone has launched its new Battlax Sport Touring T32 tyre. The tyre represents improved wet performance over the T31, containing Bridgestone’s Pulse Groove Pattern Technology. The T32 has a 13 per cent bigger contact patch than its predecessor, which supports handling improvements. The tyre has also reduced wet braking distance by seven per cent. Enhancing the tyre’s size line-up, Bridgestone is launching a version of the tyre dedicated to middleweight and heavy motorcycles. The Battlax Sport Touring T32GT increases wear life by 10 per cent over its predecessor. Bridgestone calls the T32 range a “new benchmark” for the touring segment. Nico Thuy, head of motorcycle at Bridgestone EMIA, adds: “We wanted to give riders more control and confidence in the wet and this tyre delivers exactly that.” The full sport touring line-up of sizes will be available on the market in early 2021. The post Bridgestone launches Battlax Sport Touring T32 motorcycle tyres appeared first on Tyrepress.
Hella establishes Global Software House Hella might be best known for its bulbs and ADAS, but the international automotive has announced that it expanding its global software competencies with a new Global Software House. Hella currently employs around 2,000 software experts worldwide, particularly in the field of embedded software in functional development for radar sensors, battery and steering electronics and lighting control, for example. The post Hella establishes Global Software House appeared first on Tyrepress.
UK health experts find no compelling evidence of risk from tyre and road wear particles An independent advisory committee to the UK Department of Health has found no compelling evidence that exposure to tyre and road wear particles poses a health risk at current UK concentrations. Based on a review of present scientific knowledge, the… The post UK health experts find no compelling evidence of risk from tyre and road wear particles appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Are your tyres ready for ACTion? The curtain raises on Tyre Safety Month 2020
TyreSafe is asking Britain’s motorists Are your tyres ready for ACTion? as the curtain raises on the October-long Tyre Safety Month campaign. Every year 170 motorists on average are reported killed or seriously injured due to incidents caused by tyre-related defects, significantly more than the 1481 attributed to driver distractaction by mobile phone use. However, […] The post Are your tyres ready for ACTion? The curtain raises on Tyre Safety Month 2020 first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Ready for ACTion? Tyre Safety Month materials available to supporters
Tyre Safety Month materials are now available to supporters wishing to join in the October-long campaign. View campaign resources Tyre Safety Month aims to raise awareness of the importance of tyre maintenance and contribute to the reduction in number of tyre-related incidents on Britain’s roads. Launched at the online premiere of the TyreSafe Briefing, this […] The post Ready for ACTion? Tyre Safety Month materials available to supporters first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Speaker line-up announced for TyreSafe’s first online Briefing
Leading national road safety stakeholders, tyre safety champions and a host of new ground-breaking resources are all set to feature at the TyreSafe Briefing on Thursday 17 September at 2pm. Taking place online for the very first time, the Briefing will take full advantage of the benefits ‘video conferencing’ provides – not least the accessibility […] The post Speaker line-up announced for TyreSafe’s first online Briefing first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Are your tyres in good shape for their summer holiday?
With the current uncertainties on making holiday plans, it’s likely 2020 will be the year of the ‘staycation’. According to YouGov surveys, just 9% of us are considering foreign holidays while at least half will be spending less on their annual break than usual. That will mean we will be turning to the cost effective […] The post Are your tyres in good shape for their summer holiday? first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
BTMA welcomes ban on tyres over ten years of age on heavy commercials Karl Naylor, BTMA Chair, said: “The BTMA welcomes government’s decision on tyre ageing: clarity was needed after years of uncertainty. The proposed measures strike a pragmatic balance between differing views and reflect the critical nature of front axle fitments. We… The post BTMA welcomes ban on tyres over ten years of age on heavy commercials appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Government’s initiatives on tyre safety will benefit all road users, says TyreSafe
TyreSafe has welcomed the outcomes and initiatives of the ‘Government response to the consultation to ban tyres aged 10 years or older’. The Department for Transport’s (DfT) response includes legislation banning the fitment of tyres over ten years of age to the front wheels of lorries, buses and coaches. The ban also extends to all […] The post Government's initiatives on tyre safety will benefit all road users, says TyreSafe first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Ready for the MoT? Don’t be let down by your tyres
Following the government’s announcement of the reintroduction of mandatory MoT testing as of 1 August 2020, TyreSafe is urging drivers to check their tyres before they book their tests. Tyre defects account for a quarter of MoT failures raising concerns drivers are too complacent in maintaining the only safety critical component that keeps the […] The post Ready for the MoT? Don’t be let down by your tyres first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
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MoT exemption does not mean minimum legal tread depth is suspended
With the introduction of a six-month exemption on MoT for Britain’s motorists, drivers should be aware this does not mean the law governing the minimum legal tread depth of 1.6mm has been suspended, warns TyreSafe. Tread depth is essential to keep a vehicle in contact with the road in wet conditions. Without this crucial contact, […] The post MoT exemption does not mean minimum legal tread depth is suspended first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Coronavirus may reduce supply of low-cost tyres but part worns are an unwise alternative
While the closure of manufacturing facilities across China due to Coronavirus may reduce the supply of low-cost tyres to Britain, TyreSafe is advising motorists to think twice before turning to part worns as an alternative. Low-cost new tyres have become a popular choice in the UK for drivers on a budget and sales run into […] The post Coronavirus may reduce supply of low-cost tyres but part worns are an unwise alternative first appeared on TyreSafe - Promoting UK Tyre Safety and Driver Awareness.
Economic Recovery Roundtables BTMA has made proposals to save millions of tonnes of CO2 to the government’s recently-convened post-Coronavirus Green Recovery roundtable. Widespread use of low-rolling resistance tyres and improved consumer information about the condition and inflation of their tyres are key opportunities… The post Economic Recovery Roundtables appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Tyre type approval BTMA welcomes recent government proposals to strengthen enforcement of the legal minimum performance requirements for tyres. In its response to a recent consultation, BTMA has encouraged government to adopt a wider palette of civil sanctions to improve effectiveness. These include… The post Tyre type approval appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
5/6/21: New tyre labelling regulation published The updated tyre labelling regulation aims to improve customer information and reduce the environmental impact of mobility through the increased purchase of better-performing tyres. BTMA welcomes this initiative but is concerned that the delayed availability of the new product database… The post 5/6/21: New tyre labelling regulation published appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).