Unique platform – Pirelli preparing for Tire Cologne
Pirelli will be present at The Tire Cologne 2024 to exhibit new products and technologies for high performance cars and motorcycles on a 400 square metre stand. Between 4 and 6 June, the company will inhabit Stand A-020-B-029 within Hall 06.1.
Continue ReadingFalken adjusting prices from 1 June
Falken Tyre Europe shares that it will “implement structural price adjustments across Europe” from 1 June 2024. These changes affect the Falken and Sumitomo tyre brands in different product segments. The company has shared no details regarding specific price adjustments.
Continue ReadingSustainable Toyo tyres winning NLS races
Cars equipped with Toyo Proxes slick race tyres containing sustainable materials have own two of first four Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie races. The Toyota GR Supra GT4 EVOs of team Toyo Tires with Ring Racing were victorious in the first rounds of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie in the SP10 class as well as in 24H Nürburgring Qualifier races.
Continue Reading8 in a row: Maxxis a GM Supplier of the Year, again
Maxxis is a GM Supplier of the Year for an eighth consecutive year. GM recognised the tyre maker at an event honouring the company’s top global suppliers for 2023.
Continue ReadingMichelin partnering in nanofibrous material research
On 15 April, Michelin, the CNRS, and the University of Strasbourg inaugurated the SpinLab associated research laboratory. This Strasbourg-based endeavour is dedicated to the study of the electrospinning process for the optimal production of nanofibrous materials. Over four years, these teams will collaborate to develop an innovative electrospinning platform, with the aim of creating novel and distinctive fibrous materials tailored for diverse applications, including tyres.
Continue ReadingCeat aiming to offer the right product for every driver
Indian tyre maker Ceat asserts its commitment not only to expanding production capacity at its Chennai plant but also to halving its carbon footprint by year-end. Presenting itself as a trailblazer in the adoption of sustainable production processes and products, Ceat highlights its EcoDrive summer car pattern as a “clear statement in terms of environmentally friendly driving.” The company emphasises that the EcoDrive’s low rolling resistance not only ensures heightened fuel efficiency but also underscores its dedication to eco-friendly initiatives.
Continue ReadingAlbourgh Tyres presenting new Aurora winter tyres at TTC
Heuver has been actively engaged in the European truck tyre market through its Albourgh Tyres brand since the onset of last year. The Dutch tyre wholesaler now intends to officially introduce these tyres to a broad international audience for the first time at The Tire Cologne in June.
Continue ReadingDeveloped with EVs in mind – Davanti DX440
With increasing consumer demand and the greater availability of electric models, the number of electric cars in the UK has rapidly grown. When looking at how this increase is playing out in the fleet market, research from the SMMT indicates that three out of every four new electric vehicles were registered to fleets.
Continue ReadingFinland, Germany amongst main markets for Russian tyres
According to Russian petrochemical industry information centre Rupec, two European Union countries were amongst the top foreign recipients of Russian tyres in 2022-2023. Rupec reports that the main foreign markets for these products in monetary terms were Kazakhstan (19%), Finland (13%), Germany (11%) and Belarus (10%). The overall share of tyres in Russian exports for the period 2022-2023 was approximately two per cent.
Continue ReadingContinental extends e-mobility strategy to secondary brands
For the past year or so, the latest Continental tyre lines have featured an EV-Compatible sidewall logo. Continental is now extending use of this logo to secondary brands and will include it on all newly launched passenger car and 4x4 tyre lines. The presence of the logo across Continental’s consumer range for all tiers confirms that every new tyre meets the high requirements of electric vehicles while at the same time supporting conventionally powered vehicles in driving efficiently and safely.
Continue ReadingLiving wage, benefits & learning opportunities for Michelin employees
Michelin has introduced a number of measures aimed at fostering “social and societal cohesion.” The company intends to guarantee all Michelin employees worldwide a ‘living wage’ and ‘universal social protection floor’. It is also implementing what it calls a ‘lifelong learning approach’.
Continue ReadingInter-Sprint & Inter-Tyre showing extensive range at TTC
Dutch wholesaler Inter-Sprint will present its exclusive and private brands as part of an extensive range of premium, quality, economy and budget brands at The Tire Cologne from 4 to 6 June 2024. Partner firm Inter-Tyre showcase its latest aluminium wheels.
Continue ReadingJune launch for new ZC Rubber EV tyre lines
ZC Rubber (Zhongce Rubber Group Co., Ltd.) will launch a new EV-specific tyre series at The Tire Cologne in June. The tyre maker, ranked by Tyrepress.com as the world’s ninth largest, says these products are set to “revolutionise the electric vehicle tyre market.”
Continue ReadingGoodyear begins Drive Results Tour 2024
In order to provide fleet operators an opportunity to gain experience about its end-to-end offering, Goodyear is fielding both its flagship mobile showroom truck as well as a fleet of Drive Results Vans as part of the Drive Results Tour 2024. During the tour, Goodyear says its experts will provide tangible examples of how Goodyear Total Mobility suite of products, solutions, and services can maximise efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability for fleets.
Continue ReadingSpecialist vs all-rounder – Auto Bild tests tyres for EVs
Manufacturers approach tyre suitability for electric vehicles from varying angles. While some believe that EVs require specialised fitments, a growing number promote their entire product ranges as equally suitable for electric, petrol and diesel vehicles. Examining both approaches, Auto Bild has tested five standard tyre models and three specialised EV tyres. It fitted these eight products to a Kia EV6 in size 235/55 R19.
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