Michelin provides sustainability and soil protection for Tathwell Farms
Lincolnshire-based Tathwell Farms has taken delivery of a New Holland T7.270 tractor and a Horsch Avatar 6.16 drill, both fitted with Michelin’s latest generation agricultural tyres, as part of an ongoing strategy to protect its soil and boost the sustainability of its operation. Supplied by local dealer Lincolnshire Motors, the T7.270 will be the farm’s new frontline tractor and has been specified with Michelin AxioBib 2 VF 600/60 R30 & VF 710/60 R42 tyres. The Horsch drill has been converted onto Michelin TrailXBib VF 710/50 R26.5 fitments, following a recommendation from Michelin agricultural account manager, Ian Whitwell.
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‘Robust’ demand for used vehicles set to continue
“As new car sales continue to be impacted by the ongoing supply constraints, it is encouraging to see that consumer appetite for second-hand vehicles remained robust in the first quarter of the year”, said Sue Robinson, chief executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), commenting on the latest SMMT’s used car figures. The UK’s used car market rose 5.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2022 with 1,774,351 transactions. There were 86,596 more cars changing hands compared to the same period in 2021. Despite this increase, used car transactions remain -12.2 per cent below pre-pandemic levels.
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45 per cent of motorists ‘would not consider buying an EV’ in next decade
Research by insurance company NFU Mutual has revealed that 45 per cent of Brits would not consider buying an electric vehicle (EV) in the next 10 years, with battery range, lack of charging infrastructure and charging time being among the key worries. The insurer carried out a survey of 1,107 people across the country to discover the public’s views on EVs. The research showed that, despite marked steps towards increased EV use, 45 per cent of Brits still would not consider switching to an EV or hybrid vehicle.
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Hella and Minth JV opens second production plant in China
Back in August 2020, we reported on the joint venture (Hella Minth Jiaxing Automotive Parts Co. Ltd) established between Hella and the Minth Group to develop and market radomes (absorbent covers for radar systems) and illuminated logos. We learned recently that the JV has put a second production plant into operation in the Chinese city of Jiaxing, to meet growing demand. The permeable covers for radar systems can be manufactured in special designs according to customer requirements and embedded in the radiator grille or in a customer logo, for example.
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Tatneft sells Kama Tyres business
Russian firm PSJC Tatneft has signed an agreement to sell its tyre business, and as such is transferring Kama Tyres to JSC Tatneftekhiminvest-Holding.
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Hankook Tire restyling global websites
Having already given its sites for South Korea and North America the treatment, Hankook Tire is continuing the renewal of its official websites in a further 26 countries. It says the new sites aim to “strengthen the platform’s function as a sales hub” and will “provide users with a more user-friendly, interactive digital experience.”
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Giti Tire Motorsport by WS Racing aims to defend class win in 2022 Nürburgring 24-Hour
The Giti Tire Motorsport by WS Racing team returns to the Nürburgring 24-Hour on 26-29 May seeking to defend its class victory in the powerful SP8 category in 2021 . The trailblazing #gitiracing all-female team will compete in a new BMW M4 GT4, one of four taking to the grid for Giti Tire Motorsport by WS Racing. The team is celebrating its sixth straight year at legendary Nordschleife and the fourth with the pioneering ‘Girls Only – Ready to Rock the Green Hell’ crew. All cars will run on the GitiCompete GTR1 tyre, part of Giti’s comprehensive global motorsport portfolio. This year marks a milestone for the event too; it is the 50th ADAC TOTAL 24h Race.
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Hankook previews DTM Trophy season as series begins at Lausitzring
The 2022 DTM Trophy gets underway this weekend at the Lausitzring, with Hankook supplying its high-end Ventus Race tyres, as it has since the series’ inception in 2020 . The “talent factory” for touring car racing will feature seven rounds. Hankook says the series continues its commitment to youth development, an important element of its motorsport commitments. Drivers from 11 countries will compete in 20 production-based GT sports cars from the opening round of the 2022 DTM Trophy in Lower Lusatia (20-22 May). Manufacturers include Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche and Toyota. Among the racers is sole female entrant, Sophie Hofmann from Waldenburg; the 23-year-old made her DTM Trophy debut last year. Hankook also supplies the single-seater all-female W Series.
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Maxam to supply Agrixtra agricultural tyres to New Holland tractors
The Maxam Agrixtra range of agricultural tyres has been approved for original fitment on select New Holland T5, T6, and T7 SWB and LWB tractors around the world. “The homologation, approval, and commercialisation of our radial agricultural tyres is a significant step in the evolution of the Maxam brand as a long-term supplier to CNH Industrial and New Holland Agriculture,” says Kevin Buckley Maxam OE sales director Europe. The Sailun Group brand added that the approval represents a “major milestone” for the brand and its agricultural tyre series, which was introduced in 2014.
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Continental tyres OE on C-Class
Mercedes-Benz has chosen Continental tyre technology for its C-Class and will equip the car with the PremiumContact 6 and EcoContact 6 in a total of four sizes.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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Tyres are What’s Stopping You being involved in an incident on the roads
TyreSafe is reminding Britain’s motorists that no matter what safety technology their vehicle is equipped with, it won’t work unless their tyres are roadworthy. Being the only part of a vehicle that should be in contact with the road, tyres determine how well a vehicle stops and steers. Tyres’ primary role is to provide grip […]
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What’s Stopping You saving money on fuel bills?
Research by TyreSafe reveals the UK’s motorists are wasting between £600million and £1billion on unnecessary fuel bills by driving with underinflated tyres*.
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Tyre Safety Month – What’s stopping you?
For this year’s annual October-long Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe is asking Britain’s motorists What’s Stopping You?.
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Heather’s Story reveals how many lives are changed after a road safety tragedy
Despite the emergency services confirming Heather was not at fault in any way, she still struggles with guilt on a daily basis
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.”
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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.
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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.
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