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Inter-Sprint now a Dunlop moto supplier Wholesaler Inter-Sprint has expanded the portfolio of brands it offers with the addition of Dunlop motorcycle and scooter tyres. The first Dunlop SKUs have arrived, and the wholesaler says their availability means that “Inter-Sprint is reinforcing its name as ‘The tyre supplier for Europe’.” The post Inter-Sprint now a Dunlop moto supplier appeared first on Tyrepress.
AI compounding: Yokohama Rubber introduces latest technology Yokohama Rubber hopes to speed up its tyre development process by implementing new rubber compounding technology that draws upon the power of artificial intelligence (AI). It is turning to a process that utilises AI-based compound generation technology to achieve user-set target property values. The post AI compounding: Yokohama Rubber introduces latest technology appeared first on Tyrepress.
Banner batteries embarks on ‘Power Beyond Ordinary’ campaign Battery brand Banner has unveiled a new marketing campaign for the impending battery season. “Power Beyond Ordinary” supersedes the “NO BULL Get Real” campaign that has been running for the last two years. The post Banner batteries embarks on ‘Power Beyond Ordinary’ campaign appeared first on Tyrepress.
Prinx and JD.com enter EV tyre agreement Prinx Chengshan and leading Chinese e-commerce firm JD.com have reached a strategic cooperation agreement. The deal will see JD.com’s automotive department distribute Prinx brand electric vehicle tyres, a new product launched by Prinx Chengshan in 2022, amongst other things. The post Prinx and JD.com enter EV tyre agreement appeared first on Tyrepress.
Reifen Straub distributing Linglong in DACH market The recent opening of a plant in Serbia testifies that Shandong Linglong Tire has big plans for Europe. One of its key markets within the region is Germany, and the tyre maker has now found a new distribution partner for this country, as well as for Austria and Switzerland – the ‘DACH’ region. German tyre wholesaler and retailer Reifen Straub has taken on this role. The post Reifen Straub distributing Linglong in DACH market appeared first on Tyrepress.
Bridgestone EMIA has “acted quickly” to keep margins high On a global level, Bridgestone has managed to keep its return on sales at a high level in the first half of the year. And the EMIA region is no exception. While Bridgestone EMIA laid the foundations for the turnaround last year after years with return on sales close to or below zero, the Japanese manufacturer generated a return of 8.9 per cent in the second quarter after 9.6 per cent in the first quarter, resulting in a total of 9.2 per cent for the first half of the year (previous year: 4.9 per cent). The post Bridgestone EMIA has “acted quickly” to keep margins high appeared first on Tyrepress.
New Cooper control tyre for electrified Rallycross Cooper Tires says it is “excited” to continue its partnership as the exclusive supplier for the FIA World Rallycross Championship in 2022. The championship returns this season with a major difference – the cars are now fully electric – and Cooper Tires has collaborated with the championship and teams to develop a standard tyre that “not only performs well across tarmac and gravel but is also suited to the unique demands of a high-performance electric powertrain.” The post New Cooper control tyre for electrified Rallycross appeared first on Tyrepress.
Bridgestone 1H 2022 sales up 24.9%, but full-year EPS revised down on uncertainties Bridgestone sales revenues shot up 24.9 per cent to 1,886 billion yen (£11.632 billion; 13.764 billion euros) in the first half of 2022. However, Bridgestone’s continuing operations figures also show that operating profit dropped 1.4 per cent to 173 billion yen, resulting in 117 billion yen of profit attributable to owners (down 10.5 per cent compared with the same period in 2022). As a result, Bridgestone revised up its full-year revenue forecasts, but revised down its comparable full-year earnings per share estimates by 10 per cent from 397.58 yen per share to 357.93 yen per share. The post Bridgestone 1H 2022 sales up 24.9%, but full-year EPS revised down on uncertainties appeared first on Tyrepress.
Bridgestone Turanza Eco a Škoda Enyaq iV fitment As part of an ongoing partnership with Škoda, Bridgestone has developed tyres featuring its Enliten technology for the all-electric Škoda Enyaq iV. Bridgestone is supplying Turanza Eco tyres for the SUV in either size 235/55 R19 101T; 235/50 R20 100T (front axle or all-round) and 255/45 R20 101T (rear); or for cars delivered with 21-inch rims, 235/45 R21 101T XL (front or all-round) and 255/40 R21 102T XL (rear). The tyre maker also offers Škoda an 18-inch tyre that is not fitted to UK-spec models. The post Bridgestone Turanza Eco a Škoda Enyaq iV fitment appeared first on Tyrepress.
Up & Running: Kumho publishes first annual report since 2018 For the first time since being acquired by China’s Doublestar four years ago, Kumho Tire has published an annual report. Under the title ‘Up and Running’, the South Korean tyre maker reports on the course of the 2021 business year, which the manufacturer closed with a turnover of KRW 2.6 trillion won (£1.65 billion), a year-on-year increase of 20 per cent. The post Up & Running: Kumho publishes first annual report since 2018 appeared first on Tyrepress.
Enjoy your trip – don’t let tyres ruin your summer
There are more reported tyre-related incidents in summer than at any other time of the year The post Enjoy your trip – don’t let tyres ruin your summer first appeared on TyreSafe.
Don’t let tyres ruin your summer festival plans
TyreSafe is urging drivers to perform vital checks on their tyres before setting off for festivals to avoid compromising their summer party The post Don’t let tyres ruin your summer festival plans first appeared on TyreSafe.
Billy Monger to be guest speaker at TyreSafe Briefing
Britain’s rising racing star, Billy Monger, will be the special guest speaker at the TyreSafe Briefing on 7th July at St George’s Park The post Billy Monger to be guest speaker at TyreSafe Briefing first appeared on TyreSafe.
Keep the pressure up to save money
TyreSafe is reminding drivers they can save money on their motoring bills by ensuring their tyres are at the correct pressure. The post Keep the pressure up to save money first appeared on TyreSafe.
Make sure your carriage is fit for royalty this Jubilee
No matter what your plans, whether it’s travelling to see friends and family for a Jubilee themed BBQ or street party, or heading off for a weekend away, preparation is key. So, to avoid a weekend locked in the Tower, drivers should carry out their checks – tyre condition, air pressure and tread depth. The post Make sure your carriage is fit for royalty this Jubilee first appeared on TyreSafe.
Two-year interval for MoT poses a known risk to road safety, warns TyreSafe
Following the government’s announcement of consideration being given to change the requirement for an MoT test from every year to every two years, TyreSafe is asking the government to reconsider for the sake of road safety. The call comes amidst fears of the likely increase in the number of unroadworthy vehicles on the road that […] The post Two-year interval for MoT poses a known risk to road safety, warns TyreSafe first appeared on TyreSafe.
TyreSafe Briefing returns to face-to-face format at St George’s Park
The annual TyreSafe Briefing will once again take place in-person on Thursday 7 July at St George’s Park, home of the National Football Centre, in Burton-Upon-Trent. The Briefing, which has for the past two years taken place online due to the pandemic, will feature a high-profile line up of road safety stakeholders and tyre industry […] The post TyreSafe Briefing returns to face-to-face format at St George’s Park first appeared on TyreSafe.
Drivers urged to check tyre pressures to combat rising costs
TyreSafe is encouraging drivers to perform regular tyre checks that could provide significant financial savings as the cost-of-living crisis continues to escalate. This week, prices at the fuel pumps hit eye-watering new highs of more than £1.50 per litre – and that trend is expected to continue to rise amidst global uncertainty around oil supply […] The post Drivers urged to check tyre pressures to combat rising costs first appeared on TyreSafe.
Weather warnings make checking tyres an essential New Year resolution
With the Met Office* issuing warnings for ice and snow, and the threat of flooding from the Environment Agency this week, 2022 has started with challenging driving conditions across the country. With millions of us making New Year’s resolutions, TyreSafe is urging motorists to pledge to check their tyres regularly to reduce the risk of […] The post Weather warnings make checking tyres an essential New Year resolution first appeared on TyreSafe.
Avoid unwanted surprises by checking your tyres this Christmas
TyreSafe is urging drivers to perform vital checks on their tyres before the Christmas break to avoid disruption to their festive plans. Drivers should regularly perform checks on their tyres throughout the year, as they are the only point of the car in direct contact with the road, to ensure they are in good condition. […] The post Avoid unwanted surprises by checking your tyres this Christmas first appeared on TyreSafe.
Government supports industry best practice guide for van tyre management The tyre industry and government have partnered together to produce a best practice guide for van operators and drivers to help improve roadworthiness and reduce the risk of tyre-related incident. The latest data from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) report that defective tyres remain consistently the primary reason for roadside prohibitions, accounting for… The post Government supports industry best practice guide for van tyre management appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
DOT code celebrates 50-year anniversary It’s doubtful the authors of Federal Regulation 49 574.5 imagined their creation would find another purpose in UK regulations some 50 years after it was drafted. On 26th January 1971, the Tire Identification Number, more commonly known on this side of the water as the ‘DOT code’, was introduced. The purpose was “to facilitate notification… The post DOT code celebrates 50-year anniversary appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Research reveals existing drainage systems effective in capturing tyre and road wear particles BTMA welcomes the publication of the initial results of research by Highways England to assess the risk of pollution from microplastics in road run-off, including tyre and road wear particles (TRWP). Highways England commissioned a comprehensive review of the current state of knowledge in the first stage of a larger programme to include field-based research.… The post Research reveals existing drainage systems effective in capturing tyre and road wear particles appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Publication heralds new alignment of tyre-related guidance from government and industry The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association is launching a comprehensive update of its widely-respected Guide to tyre management for heavy commercial vehicles. The revised edition is the fruit of close collaboration between experts from tyre manufacturers and the DVSA. It also includes valuable contributions from the vehicle operator associations. The extended scope builds on operational experience… The post Publication heralds new alignment of tyre-related guidance from government and industry appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
BTMA welcomes the adoption of enforcement powers for the tyre labelling regulation The Department for Transport (DfT) has adopted legislation creating powers to enforce the labelling regulation from 1st January with civil sanctions. The industry has long argued that criminal sanctions are an inappropriate response and have strongly defended the case for civil sanctions. These can be both more proportionate and more effective as they focus on… The post BTMA welcomes the adoption of enforcement powers for the tyre labelling regulation appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
Amended regulation endorses equality of retreads with new tyres The recently published tyre age ban confirms that the Department for Transport has equal confidence in the safety of retreaded tyres as new ones. Government has published the draft amendment to the Construction & Use Regulations to introduce the tyre age ban from 1st February 2021. Retreaded tyres are to be treated in all ways… The post Amended regulation endorses equality of retreads with new tyres appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
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 updated position statement recently published by the Committee on the Medical Effects of Air Pollutants… 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).
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 are delighted that retreaded tyres are treated equally to first-life tyres, validating their safety credentials.” The post BTMA welcomes ban on tyres over ten years of age on heavy commercials appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).
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 in supporting a green recovery. Click here to read more. 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 Compliance notices, Enforcement undertakings and Third-party undertakings. The post Tyre type approval appeared first on The British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA).