Goodyear inaugurates tyre Simulation Center for OEM customers
More than a year after completing and commissioning its Simulation Center in Luxembourg, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company officially opened the facility yesterday. Tyrepress.com was present to see and experience this “new era for tyre design and development.
Continue ReadingSchaeffler adds two new territory managers to sales team
Schaeffler has recently expanded its sales team by welcoming two new territory managers, one covering the North of England and Scotland, and the other taking responsibilities for the South East of England.
Continue ReadingContinental cuts 150 Gigawatt hours from annual energy consumption
Through the implementation of 160 energy-saving projects, Continental Tires reduced its annual energy requirements by around 150 gigawatt hours in 2023. This energy saving could power some 12,500 family homes for a year.
Continue ReadingValeo appoints new key account manager
Valeo Service UK has announced the appointment of Michael Gougeon as key account manager, bolstering its commitment to excellent customer service. With over 21 years of experience in the automotive industry, including eight years within Valeo Service UK, Gougeon brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to his new position.
Continue ReadingDunlop Grandtrek AT5 tyres OE on new Toyota Lexus NX ‘Overtrail’
In mid-March 2024, Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. began supplying 235/60R18 103H Dunlop Grandtrek AT tyres as original equipment on the new Lexus NX Overtrail, which launched in February.
Continue ReadingSumitomo Rubber invests in Viaduct
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has developed its Sensing Core smart tyre technology to include a wheel security function which is set to reach production vehicles this year. Sensing Core is a flexible, sensor-less analysis and monitoring system with many different applications, including tyre pressure and wear, uneven loads and hazardous road conditions.
Continue ReadingSumitomo Rubber develops wheel security system
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has developed its Sensing Core smart tyre technology to include a wheel security function which is set to reach production vehicles this year. Sensing Core is a flexible, sensor-less analysis and monitoring system with many different applications, including tyre pressure and wear, uneven loads and hazardous road conditions.
Continue ReadingPoint S launches new global website
Point S has marked its 53rd anniversary with the launch new global website. The new website mirrors Point S’ stated vision to be the ultimate global benchmark for vehicle maintenance. Point S reports that it has streamlined the websites structure “placing user convenience and accessibility at the forefront”.
Continue ReadingCourt annuls EU sanctions against Belshina
The Court of Justice of the European Union’s General Court has lifted sanctions against Belarusian tyre maker Belshina (Belshyna AAT). Last week, the General Court annulled the Council of the European Union’s sanctions and ordered the Council to pay for court costs.
Continue ReadingGiti Tire names new CSO
Giti Tire has announced the appointment of Dr Pang Chong Hau as the company’s Chief Sustainability Officer. Dr Pang is based at Giti’s global headquarters in Singapore and brings a wealth of experience in sustainability to his new position, having led the development of sustainable procurement frameworks and initiated key green projects in his previous roles.
Continue ReadingChina’s tyre exports are less affected by the Lunar New Year holiday
In the first two months of 2024, China’s tyre export data was surprisingly good. In the past few years, the arrival of the Lunar New Year holiday has occasionally caused a significant drop in exports in one month compared to the previous year. For example, in January 2023, the number of tyre exports fell by 15.2 per cent year-on-year. In February 2022, the number of tyre exports fell by 15.6 per cent.
Continue Reading5 new ContiRoad sizes
Continental has broadened the ContiRoad sport touring tyre range with sizes bikes between 125cc and 300cc, and will introduce five new dimensions by the end of Q2 2024. The newcomers are 17-inch front tyres in sizes 100/80 and 110/70, and as 17-inch rear tyres in three sizes: 130/70 and 140 /70 and 150/60.
Continue ReadingRead and download Tyres & Accessories March 2024 now
In the March 2024 issue of Tyres & Accessories Magazine is now available as an e-paper for subscribers to Tyrepress. The latest issue includes a focus on tyre industry sustainability and commercial vehicle tyres. It also includes in-depth articles and analysis tackling current events and trends in the global tyre industry and the latest new tyres, such as Pirellis new all-season tyre and the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 winter tyre. Non-subscribers can gain access to Tyrepress with a print or online subscription. Tyre professionals can take advantage of the current Tyrepress Membership offer, helping to drive business online and stay informed with the industry’s leading magazine and websites.
Continue ReadingChinese tyremakers turn to OTR tyre production
Starting from 2022, Chinese tyre manufacturers have chosen to strategically enter the OTR market. ZC Rubber and Zaozhuang Mining Group chose the merger to expand their power in the OTR field. More leading Chinese tyre companies have chosen to significantly increase their OTR production capacity through new construction or production expansion.
Continue ReadingHexpol makes European devulcanization investment
The rubber compounding arm of the Swedish Hexpol Group has invested in a devulcanization line in Europe. The company reports that this enables mechanical devulcanization of rubber in-house and supports the transition to a circular economy. Specifically, the investment will enable Hexpol Compounding to produce “several thousand tons of compounds with devulcanized rubber content per year” in Europe.
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