Complete Brake Systems Supplied By Continental
Beginning in 2001, Continental Teves of North America will supply Fords and Mazdas sports utility vehicles Escape and Tribute with complete brake systems, amounting to approximately 250.000 units a year.
Continue ReadingMichael Kuhn Appointed Sales Director
Michael Kuhn, who joined Gummiwerke Fulda in 1992, has been named, with immediate effect, Sales Director of Gummiwerke Fulda. He is responsible for the whole Sales Organisation of Gummiwerke Fulda.
Continue ReadingMichelin Is Determined To Become Number Two In Asia
At a shareholders meeting Michelin Chairman Edouard Michelin announced that the French tyre maker is determined to become number two in Asia before 2005.
Continue ReadingMichelin In Chinese Joint Venture?
There are reports that Michelin is on the verge of forming a joint venture with Chinese tyre maker Shanghai Huayi Group Corporation (SHGC). Michelin would not comment, but SHGC has been quoted locally as saying that the deal has been done and is waiting formal government approval.
Continue ReadingEarnings Of Hayes Lemmerz Impacted By US Truck Production
Hayes Lemmerz International has announced results for the first six months of 2000. Sales were $1,138 million ($1,132), diluted earnings per share were $ 0.73 ($ 0.93). Business was impacted primarily by the drop in heavy truck production in the United States, coupled with the devaluation of the Euro against the Dollar.
Continue ReadingAvon Builds World’s Biggest Bike Tyre
Avon has produced the biggest motorcycle tyre ever made. It is a 250/40 - 18, nearly ten inches wide and does not fit any known motorcycle. Avon says it wants to inspire custom designers to create a bike which will take the tyre.
Continue ReadingNow Continental General Tire Responsible For 18 Deaths?
Tyre failures of the product General 52 S for the Ford Bronco are responsible for the deaths of 18 people, say lawyers in the USA who have filed a law suit against the Group. The lawyers also claim that Continental has deliberately covered up safety faults. Continental rejects all accusations and claims that it has cooperated fully with the NHTSA at all times.
Continue ReadingETRA Scrap Tyre Recycling Conference II In Leipzig
Following the 1999 event in Schwerin, this year’s ETRA Scrap Tyre Recycling Conference will take place in Leipzig/Germany. It is scheduled for 5th December.
Continue Reading“Smart Tyre System”: TRW Joins Michelin
Michelin and TRW Automotive Electronics have agreed to develop advanced tyre pressure monitoring technology, hand in hand with Michelins PA System Technology. The companies displayed their linked technology . The technology is being displayed at the Convergence 2000 International Congress on Transportation Electronics, being held in Detroit. The TRW system will give drivers advance knowledge of underinflation and allow them to remedy the fault before pressure falls to a dangerous level. In the event of a fast puncture the PAX system ensures the tyre stays on the wheel. The TRW system uses a sensor mounted in a high tec valve that sends details by radio signal to the on board control unit. The agreement will see both companies working towards the most effective method of alerting the driver to possible problems.
Continue ReadingJoint Venture Between Autobytel And Continental
Tyre manufacturer Continental intends to engage itself more in the e-business arena – especially on the B2C (Business to Consumer) level. The company has therefore decided to begin cooperation concerning tyre distribution with autobytel.com, an independent US-American internet-platform which offers a complete car service to its customers covering the complete life cycle of the car. Working together with tyre retailers, a complete service package will be offered to customers. All retailers interested in this project will be given the opportunity to participate, even if they do not possess the necessary infrastructure at the moment. The two companies explained during a press conference in Frankfurt what they are going to do. Continental is initially investing about 15 million Euro, most of it for the creation of a tyre portal. At present the whole project exists only on paper but Continental wants to arrange the basics of this project by the end of February 2001, and the operative start is planned for autumn 2001. During the press conference, Conti CEO Kessel underlined his interests in working closely together with the professional tyre trade.
Continue ReadingYokohama Restructures To Face The Future
A year ago, there were rumours that Yokohama was seeking an alliance with Michelin. TYRES & ACCESSORIES recently visited the company and, in addition to factory and R&D facility visits, interviewed the President of Yokohama Rubber Company, Mr. Yasuo Tominaga. Mr. Tominaga spoke of the companys wide-ranging restructuring plan and whether a company the size of Yokohama can survive alone in a global market dominated by the big three manufacturers.
Continue ReadingManagement Changes At Yokohama GmbH
Junichi Okishima, who has been managing director of Yokohama Germany for five years, is returning to Tokyo at the end of this year to take up new challenges within the group. His successor will be Noria Karashima.
Continue ReadingVredestein; Wider And Faster
The Dutch manufacturer has announced the introduction of a new Z and W-rated tyre later this year, aimed at sportscars and luxury cars.
Continue ReadingFocus Named ‘Car of the Year 2000’ In USA
Journalists at the Detroit Motor Show have voted the Ford Focus Car of the Year 2000. The Focus is produced in Germany, Spain and the USA.
Continue ReadingIs Goodyear Ignoring European Rules?
The Italian Goodyear factory should close in March. EU officials have criticized the American company for not considering the rights of the employees involved.
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