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DuPont polymers to increase prices Effective July 1, or as soon as contracts allow, DuPont Transportation & Advanced Polymers has announced that it will increase prices globally for the following products: DuPont Zytel and Zytel HTN.
Trump puts 25% import tariff on Chinese aircraft tyres US president Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 25 per cent tariffs on US$50 billion worth of Chinese goods, according to various leading news sources. The tariffs affecting over 800 products including aircraft tyres and are due to come into effect on 6 July. The White House said it would consult on tariffs on the other $16 billion of products with a view to applying these later.
GKN Wheels invests in Danish plant GKN Wheels and Structures is commissioning a brand new manufacturing cell at its plant in Nagbøl, Denmark. The programme will see the introduction of robotic technology, with the largest and fastest robot in Denmark being installed to improve both the company’s speed of manufacture and flexibility of production. On completion, the new manufacturing cell will be capable of producing very small batch sizes efficiently and cost-effectively, with changeover times brought down to an absolute minimum. Depending on customer’s specific requirements, the new production cell can also weld different valve guards and make a high spot mark.
ETRMA and other tyre manufacturing associations convene in Washington DC Chief executives from regional tyre manufacturing associations including the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers’ Association (ETRMA), the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC), the Japan Automobile Tyre Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JATMA), the Korean Tire Manufacturers Association (KOTMA), and the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) convened a two-day meeting 5-6 June 2018 in Washington, DC. The goal was to discuss “issues of importance to the tyre manufacturing industry and the stakeholders it serves across the globe”. Major topics included industry commitments in sustainability and environmental stewardship, the comprehensive global regulatory landscape and a platform for increased dialogue.
Growth in every size segment from 17” up, but rapidly slowing The UK’s high performance tyre sector – in this case defined by tyre diameters of 17” and above – has continued its growth trend, but at a very much slower rate than in 2017.
Falken 2017/2018 UHP test successes a result of manufacturing improvements Sumitomo Rubber Industries’ Falken brand has reached new levels of performance over the past few years, evinced by its latest range of high performance car tyres picking up magazine test plaudits against premium brand competition.
Grouptyre leads with range of high performance brands Large investments in research and technology over the last few years have enabled Grouptyre’s exclusive brands to develop some excellent alternatives within the competitive high performance market at realistic and affordable prices. The wholesaler notes that tyre retailers are demanding increased diversity in the high performance market to meet the wide range of consumer demands at all price points.
Victra Sport 5 UHP tyre to take Maxxis ‘to the next level’ Maxxis’s new Victra Sport 5 received its full launch at The Tire Cologne, as the June issue of Tyres & Accessories went to press (see Tyres & Accessories' July issue for a more in-depth write-up). The new tyre is the latest in the brand’s range to target premium brand performance at a lower cost.
Stapleton’s high performance exclusive brands Stapleton’s wholesale director Nigel O’Hara states that it has built its high performance tyre range to fit in with the somewhat counter-intuitive growth of the sector in turbulent macro-economic times.
Colin Turkington in emotional BTCC win at Oulton Park TerraClean ambassador Colin Turkington sealed an emotional win at the 2018 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship on Sunday, taking a commanding race two victory at Oulton Park. Turkington dedicated the win to his mother, who passed away last week.
Fit & Hope video highlights part worn = part safe ‘Part worn = part safe’ is the message TyreSafe is sharing with Britain’s motorists as it launches its latest video, Fit & Hope. The impactful video highlights the frightening but all too commonplace safety issues part worn tyres may have when they are sold to unsuspecting members of the public.
Tyre safety checks vital on cars, motorhomes and caravans, urges TyreSafe, as Spring Bank Holiday and half term getaway looms The Spring Bank Holiday weekend is fast approaching and for most schools in England and Wales, it also means half term, signalling millions of drivers loading up their cars to get away for a week’s well-earned rest or a visit to family and friends.
Deadline for TyreSafe Awards entries extended until the May Bank Holiday The UK’s tyre safety awareness charity, TyreSafe, has announced it is extending the deadline for TyreSafe award entry submissions until 5pm on Tuesday 8th May, the day after the first May bank holiday.
One of the busiest Easter periods in recent years means tyre safety checks paramount, urges TyreSafe As the long Easter weekend approaches, families are preparing to set off to spend time with relatives, which may involve long journeys up and down the country. This year is set to be even busier than last year, as 26 million drivers are planning journeys over the Easter period, according to an AA poll*. Data recorded by TyreSafe supporter Highways England shows more than 1 billion miles were driven last Easter weekend**.
Caravan and motorhome owners reminded of essential checks for tyre safety TyreSafe is reminding motorhome and caravan owners of the importance of ensuring their tyres are in a roadworthy condition before they head to the roads. As both types of vehicle are likely to be parked or stored for a considerable period of time each year, and due to the specific demands placed on them during use, it is essential their tyres are regularly checked.
Entries invited for the TyreSafe Awards 2018 The UK’s tyre safety awareness charity, TyreSafe, is inviting entries from all tyre safety stakeholders for its prestigious Awards 2018. Entries highlighting activities during 2017 are welcome from any organisation supporting the tyre safety awareness campaign and can span a range of initiatives from social media and online campaigns to tyre workshops, themed events and local interventions.
TyreSafe presents tread depth gauges to police forces across England, Scotland and Wales TyreSafe is presenting Police representatives of England, Scotland and Wales with their allocation of tread depth gauges. The supply of tread gauges, which is part of a national initiative to present 2000 units to forces across Britain, is intended to enable police officers to help educate Britain’s motorists on the importance of tyre maintenance to road safety. Each of the 43 forces received its own allocation of gauges.
Make a date for the Tyre Safety Month Briefing and TyreSafe Awards 2018 TyreSafe has announced its annual Tyre Safety Month Briefing and TyreSafe Awards 2018 will take place on Thursday 12th July at the Belfry Hotel & Resort, Wishaw in the West Midlands.
Driving from home this Christmas? Check your tyres before you leave It’s Christmas time and that means cars loaded up with family, friends and - of course - luggage and presents. Chances are there’s also going to be more than one journey for most with some driving further than they would normally. With the weather and driving conditions likely to vary across different parts of the country, that means being prepared for anything and avoiding breakdowns is the key to arriving full of Christmas cheer.
TyreSafe to support national roads policing tyre safety initiative TyreSafe, the UK’s tyre safety charity, has announced substantial support for the national roads policing initiative to increase awareness of tyre safety to motorists on Britain’s roads.
Tyre Safety Month ends with announcement of official support from Blackcircles.com As Tyre Safety Month 2017 comes to a close, TyreSafe has announced that the UK’s largest online tyre retailer, Blackcircles.com, has added its official support to the charity’s campaign to raise awareness of the importance of regular tyre maintenance checks.
Impending cold weather makes it time to consider a seasonal tyre change With a cold weather warning sweeping the nation, now is the right time for drivers to pay particular attention to tyre safety for the coming wintry months, says TyreSafe. That’s especially relevant to those who drive significant distances as the weather increasingly turns to the classic British experience of ‘all four seasons in a day’.
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