You are here: / Stephen

About Stephen

This author has yet to write their bio.
Meanwhile lets just say that we are proud Stephen contributed a whooping 3910 entries.

Entries by Stephen

Auto Bild test: All-season tyres a good option for campervans

Campervans based upon vehicles such as the VW Transporter are a popular choice for those wishing to see more of the countryside, and Auto Bild gave them some deserved attention in a recent tyre test. The publication looked at 12 all-season tyres in size 235/55 R17. It fitted these to a VW T6 and then found out how the tyres performed in dry, wet and snowy conditions. Three products gained the top ‘exemplary’ rating and Auto Bild opined that they, along with four ‘good’ rated tyres, are well-suited to the task at hand.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. 7 ‘exemplary’ tyres in Auto Bild summer test
  2. Auto Bild summer test: 5 exemplary tyres
  3. Get a grip – Auto Bild tests performance tyres for compact cars
  4. Auto Bild tyre test: Podium finish for Goodyear, Hankook & Michelin
24th March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Russia: Premium tyre makers bear brunt of 15% market decline

A total of 35.1 million tyres for all powered applications were sold in Russia in 2022, reports daily newspaper Kommersant. This figure represents a year-on-year decrease of 14.9% that disproportionately weighed upon the premium tyre segment. Tyre makers based within the country produced 42.7 million tyres within the year.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Nokian Tyres drops 2022 guidance due to Russian invasion
  2. Sanction-hit tyremaker Belshina patriotic amid war in Ukraine
  3. Nokian Tyres staying in Russia
  4. EU sanctions: “significant impact” on Nokian Tyres’ European sales
24th March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

Pirelli keen to extend F1 tyre supply

On 20 March the FIA published an invitation to participate in the next tender process for tyre supply to the F1, F2 & F3 championships from 2025 to 2027, with an option for 2028. Confirming its interest in participating in the tyre tender process, Pirelli observes that the tender document “outlines technical characteristics that are broadly in line” with the Pirelli-supplied tyres currently used in these championships.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Pirelli boosts motorsport testing capabilities as FIA seeks F1 tyre supplier
  2. Todt: 2 bids for F1 tyre supply
  3. Formula 2: Pirelli supplying 18” tyres from 2020
  4. A fresh chapter: Pirelli presents 18-inch F1 tyres at Silverstone
24th March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Zeppelin Systems & its tyre recycling partners

As Tyrepress reported on 21 March, Zeppelin Systems has recently entered into a number of tyre recycling partnerships. It considers these firms key players in its new Zeppelin Sustainable Tire Alliance, and has shared details about its new partners:

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Trinseo investing in, begins partnership with Tyre Recycling Solutions
  2. Andritz opens recycling test and research centre in Austria
  3. Pyrum Innovations gains permit for expanded main plant
  4. Marubeni partners, invests in Galileo Wheel
23rd March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

Bandvulc Ivybridge plant becomes Continental LifeCycle facility

Bandvulc’s Ivybridge retreading plant is now a Continental LifeCycle facility. While continuing to design, engineer and manufacture Bandvulc-branded retread tyres, the site will align more closely with Continental’s existing LifeCycle plant in Stöcken, Germany. Bandvulc stresses that the plant’s new LifeCycle status won’t impact upon job security for its workforce, confirming that there are “no redundancies taking place as a result of the Continental rebranding.”

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Retreading: Continental talks environmental benefits
  2. Conti360° Fleet Services integrated Ivybridge location
  3. Continental implementing second ContiLifeCycle project phase
  4. 50 years of British retreads: Bandvulc marks half-century at forefront of sustainable production
23rd March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Goodyear launches Wingfoot Women mentoring & development programme

Goodyear is embarking on a mentoring and development programme to support growing female leaders. While the first stage of this Wingfoot Women programme will run in Luxembourg over a period of six months, in the long term Goodyear aims to expand to mentees elsewhere via other Girls in Tech hubs.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Goodyear awarded in Luxembourg for IntelliMax technology
  2. Development partners selected for Goodyear innovation centre project
  3. Dynamic simulator for Goodyear’s European test centre
  4. FEDIL award for Goodyear’s traction resin
23rd March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

Hankook Tyre UK boosting distribution capacities in Daventry

Logistics property developer Prologis is developing a new build-to-suit unit for Hankook Tyre UK in Daventry, Northamptonshire. Construction of DC9, a 357,221 square-foot unit within Prologis Apex Park, begins immediately and when completed in early 2024 will reinforce the position of Daventry as Hankook’s main UK distribution hub.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Hankook Tyre UK sponsors Auto Express New Car Awards 2022
  2. CV Show: Hankook showing expanded range, concept tyres
  3. Hankook renews support for Air Ambulance Service
  4. Hankook presenting new tyre solutions at 2021 CV Show
22nd March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

Pirelli boosts motorsport testing capabilities as FIA seeks F1 tyre supplier

With the installation of a new high-speed machine within its R&D department, Pirelli is now equipped to test tyres at speeds of up to 310 mph. The Italian marque shared news of this enhanced testing capability shortly after the FIA issued an invitation to tender for F1 tyre supply from 2025.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Conditions still don’t seem right for a Michelin return to F1
  2. Todt: 2 bids for F1 tyre supply
  3. Formula 2: Pirelli supplying 18” tyres from 2020
  4. Pirelli: Several different factors behind retention of 2019 F1 tyres
22nd March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

IFC takes 5.6% share in JK Tyre

World Bank Group member IFC is investing US$30 million in JK Tyre & Industries. These funds will part-finance the expansion of capacities and integration of resource-efficient technologies into TBR & PCR manufacturing, leading to a more than 10% increase in radial tyre production. IFC gains a 5.6% stake in the tyre maker.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. JK Tyre now 26% shareholder in Treel Mobility Solutions
  2. JK Tyre reduces pay for management in “unprecedented” times
  3. Former F1 driver Karthikeyan JK Tyre’s new brand ambassador
  4. Anaj Kathuria to lead JK Tyre’s India business
22nd March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Kumho Tire sole tyre supplier to TCR World Tour

Already the official tyre supplier to the TCR touring car competition on four continents, Kumho Tire recently signed a deal to become the title sponsor and exclusive tyre provider to the related TCR World Tour. All cars participating in the 2023 Kumho TCR World Tour will thus race on the Kumho Ecsta S700 racing tyre or, in wet conditions, the Ecsta W701.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Kumho to exclusively supply TCR Europe championship
  2. Kumho adds Australian series to TCR supply portfolio
  3. Kumho Tire develops bespoke tyre for TCR competition
  4. Yokohama selected as tyre partner for debut TCR UK touring car series
21st March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Hankook Tire’s JAX gains Australian retail award

An accolade for Hankook Tire in Australia, with its affiliated tyre distribution brand JAX Tyres & Auto winning in the key ‘Customer Experience of the Year’ category at the Retailer Awards 2023. JAX was recognised for its customer-centric service innovation based on clear key performance indicators and business frameworks.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Hankook Tire acquires Australia’s JAX Tyres
  2. Hankook Tire achieves S&P sustainability gold
  3. Hankook Tire secures container stability through Hapag-Lloyd deal
  4. Supplier of the Year: GM awards 5 tyre makers
21st March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Mickey Thompson helping Dodge break V-8 muscle records one last time

The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is the brand’s last V-8 muscle car and the final home for the 6.2 litre Hellcat engine, which is being retired to make way for eMuscle. As the concluding chapter in Dodge’s V-8 muscle story, the SRT Demon 170 will reportedly be the world’s quickest 0-60 mph production car. Mickey Thompson Tires has taken on the important car-to-road remit.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Goodyear OE for Toyota Tacoma pick-up
  2. Mickey Thompson, Cooper give Goodyear SEMA award, podium places
  3. SRI to stop Dunlop production at US plant, focusing on Falken brand
  4. SRI’s Buffalo factory to supply Japanese car makers with OE Dunlop tyres, phasing out Goodyear make to order
21st March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Ceat names Anant Goenka vice chairman, Banerjee to become MD & CEO

A new managing director and chief executive officer will take the helm of Ceat Ltd. from 1 April 2023. The Indian tyre maker has appointed current chief operating officer Arnab Banerjee as successor to Anant Goenka in both positions for a term of two years. On this date, Goenka will become Ceat’s vice chairman and in this role will lead parent company RPG Enterprises into “new business segments.”

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. Goenka reappointed as Ceat Ltd MD
  2. Ceat’s Goenka becomes chairman of India’s ATMA
  3. Ceat: Higher input costs squeezing margins
  4. Ceat plant named a WEF Lighthouse
20th March 2023 /0 Comments/by

Falken e.Ziex debuts in Europe

It’s more than a year since Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) first announced an upcoming electric vehicle tyre for Europe. Visitors to The Tire Cologne gained a sneak preview of Falken e.Ziex last May, and a further sign of the tyre’s impending arrival came earlier this month with a strong tyre test result. SRI now confirms it is launching Falken e.Ziex as a “new line of replacement tyres for electric vehicles in Europe, where the market for EV has been growing at a rapid pace.”

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. 2023 launch for Falken aftermarket EV tyres
  2. SRI investing in “advanced” tyre capacities, cutting “unprofitable” SKUs
  3. Falken 2017/2018 UHP test successes a result of manufacturing improvements
  4. SRI: Remote TPMS to aid autonomous vehicles
20th March 2023 /0 Comments/by
,

Ivanor: New Identity for Vianor network in Russia

With the careful rearrangement of a couple of letters, the Vianor tyre retail network gains a new identity in Russia. Nokian Tyres reports that Russia’s largest network of tyre centres will henceforth operate under the name Ivanor. The new name accompanies a change of ownership, with Tatneft acquiring a 100% stake in Nokian’s Russian business. Rights to the Vianor and N-Tyre trademarks remain with Nokian Tyres.

The rest of this article is for subscribers only:
Log inSubscribe

Related news:

  1. No Russia clarity for Nokian Tyres
  2. Nokian Tyres Russia applies for new brand patents
  3. Tatneft paying just 286 million euros for Nokian Tyres Russian assets
  4. Sold: Tatneft pays 285 million euros for Nokian Tyres’ Russian operations
20th March 2023 /0 Comments/by