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Motul appoints technical specialist Motul has announce the appointment of Hasanaat Tahier, who takes up the role as Motul UK technical specialist, with immediate effect. This is the latest move in Motul’s strengthening of its dedicated British business - Motul UK - as the global lubricant force expands its operations in what is one of its key development markets. “Has”, as he is generally known, will henceforward head up Motul’s technical function and all related aspects in the UK and Ireland. The post Motul appoints technical specialist appeared first on Tyrepress.
24/7 operations imminent at Carlton Forest pyrolysis plant Carlton Forest Renewables reports that its pyrolysis plant, the first continuous pyrolysis plant for end-of-life tyres (ELTs) in the UK, is just “days away” from becoming fully operational on a 24/7 basis. The plant at Carlton Forest’s Worksop site in Nottinghamshire has the capacity to process one tonne of tyre crumb each hour, producing approximately 3.6 million litres of tyre pyrolysis oil (TPO) each year and around 2,500 tonnes of carbon char. The post 24/7 operations imminent at Carlton Forest pyrolysis plant appeared first on Tyrepress.
AirProne: Michelin’s intensive care cushions Michelin is growing its non-tyre activities with the debut of Michelin AirProne, an air cushion kit designed for patients suffering from acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Made by AirCaptif, a French start-up that Michelin acquired in 2021, the kit will soon be available throughout Europe following its initial launch in France. The post AirProne: Michelin’s intensive care cushions appeared first on Tyrepress.
Pirelli approves 400-million-euro sustainability-linked bank line At a meeting on 22 June, the Board of Directors of Pirelli approved the underwriting of a sustainability-linked credit line for an amount up to 400 million euros. This credit line with a “select pool of international banks” has a 19-month maturity and “enables the further optimisation of the group’s financial structure.” The post Pirelli approves 400-million-euro sustainability-linked bank line appeared first on Tyrepress.
Goodyear releases 2021 corporate responsibility report The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has published its report on corporate responsibility performance for 2021. It comments that the report, which summarises the progress made toward achieving the company’s short- and long-term sustainability goals, further demonstrates its commitment to ethical and sustainable processes, materials and programmes. The post Goodyear releases 2021 corporate responsibility report appeared first on Tyrepress.
‘Ministers do not understand how fuel prices are set’ – PRA The Petrol Retailers Association is feeling aggrieved at what it considers as unjust and inaccurate criticism of its members from those in Government. Gordon Balmer, executive director of the PRA, explained his members’ feelings thus: “The briefings provided by Government spokespeople to the media indicate that Ministers do not understand how fuel prices are set. We have contacted the Secretary of State for BEIS on multiple occasions offering to meet and explain fuel pricing. However, we are yet to receive a response." The post ‘Ministers do not understand how fuel prices are set’ – PRA appeared first on Tyrepress.
GaragesNear.Me makes successful exhibition debut GaragesNear.Me, a car service and repair booking platform, has hailed its first national show, the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event at the NEC in Birmingham, as “a fantastic success.” The company hosted a variety of visitors on its stand, introducing itself to garages visiting the show and encouraging them to join up to the platform, which many did. The post GaragesNear.Me makes successful exhibition debut appeared first on Tyrepress.
Hamilton Waste & Recycling turns to Wheely-Safe after truck hit by loose wheel East Lothian-based Hamilton Waste & Recycling is opting for Wheely-Safe’s technology across its 35-strong truck fleet, having experienced first-hand the perilous dangers of wheel loss. The recycling and waste management business aims to eliminate any risk of human-error by installing the system, following a successful trial. The move to protect its fleet follows an incident a few years ago that left a lasting impact on the business. The post Hamilton Waste & Recycling turns to Wheely-Safe after truck hit by loose wheel appeared first on Tyrepress.
Luca Frangi appointed Prometeon Eastern Europe CEO Prometeon Tire Group has appointed Luca Frangi as CEO for its Eastern European organisational structure. Frangi has almost 20 years of experience within Pirelli. He will take up his new position in July 2022. Prometeon added that Jarosław Krzempek will leave the company from 8 July 2022 to take advantage of new professional opportunities. The post Luca Frangi appointed Prometeon Eastern Europe CEO appeared first on Tyrepress.
VDB highlights wide brand portfolio With its sizeable exhibition presence at The Tire Cologne, Netherlands-based wholesaler Van den Ban not only had space to display products from its broad selection of private and exclusive brands, it was also well equipped to reforge face-to-face bonds with its many international contacts following the recent two-year pause. Speaking with Tyrepress.com on the trade fair’s final day, commercial director Cyril Versteeg stressed the importance of events such as this as a meeting point for existing and potential customers. The post VDB highlights wide brand portfolio appeared first on Tyrepress.
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.
All you need is a 20p piece to reduce your road risks – What’s Stopping You?
This October, TyreSafe’s dedicated Tyre Safety Month campaign is asking motorists What’s Stopping You? Regular tyre safety checks reduce the risks of a tyre related incident, but one-in-five drivers have never checked the tread on their tyres, which shockingly rises to one-in-three among young drivers. The legal minimum tread depth for cars in the UK […] The post All you need is a 20p piece to reduce your road risks – What’s Stopping You? 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).