Silverline 4×4 tyre range ‘evolving’
Silverline 4x4 wheels and tyres, a company well-known for its specialism on off-road-capable tyres, reports that even its range has evolved in light of changing trends towards SUVs. One manifestation of this can be seen in the addition of a number of more road-orientated Atturo brand tyres to the company’s line-up at the end of 2014, namely the AZ 800, 850 and 600.
Continue ReadingSelecta depot is Pirelli Performance Centre of the Year
Pirelli has announced that Selecta Tyre Ltd in Rugby has won its annual Pirelli Performance Centre (PPC) of the Year award after scoring exceptionally highly in the 2014 club audit.
Continue ReadingPower is nothing without style?
Pirelli and the development of SUV/4×4 tyres With its emphasis on style and high performance, Pirelli aims to make itself synonymous with premium and UHP tyre products in general. When it comes to the SUV/4×4 tyre sector, the Italian manufacturer is no different. Global sales of vehicles fitting into this category are expected to have […]
Continue Reading3×3? SD-International offer three 4×4 tyre lines
Leading contract tyre producer, SD-International offers a competitive choice of 4×4/SUV patterns through its Zeta and Pace private brands and the firm’s Maxtrek exclusive brand. Both Pace and Zeta offer the Azura high performance pattern which has been produced for the prestige 4×4 and SUV vehicle market sectors. The Azura pattern includes a series of […]
Continue ReadingA versatile 4×4 option from Firenza
The Singapore-based Firenza brand, which is distributed by Stamford Tyres, offers a trio of tyres for the 4×4/SUV tyre sector which are designed to cover all applications. The Firenza ST-185 incorporates four straight grooves with deep sipes for steady grip on both wet and dry road surfaces. A fully covered jointless band has been added […]
Continue ReadingUK amongst the largest 4×4 tyre markets in Europe
The UK is the second largest 4x4 tyre market in Europe, according to the latest data provided by well-known market researchers and tyre market analysts GfK. During recent discussions with GfK automotive account director Kevin Glynn, we learnt that the Italian 4x4 tyre segment is top of the pile and still growing, the UK’s share of this business is second-place but flat, and Germany takes the bronze medal in this respect, but is growing at nearly ten times the rate of the Italian 4x4 tyre market.
Continue ReadingMichelin Solutions to introduce contracted fuel savings guarantee at CV Show
Michelin’s services company, Michelin Solutions will introduce a new generation of ‘pence per kilometre’ (PPK) tyre management contracts at the CV Show. The new products will offer customers a contractual fuel saving commitment, available on Effitires contracts when fitting premium low rolling resistance tyres. Michelin Solutions believes the move makes it the first provider in the marketplace to contractually commit to fuel savings on its tyre management contracts.
Continue ReadingAddison Lee warns of technology-led safety complacency
Tyres and driver training should not be overlooked when considering road safety in the context of more technological solutions, London’s leading minicab business Addison Lee states. Addison Lee’s head of fleet Rob Daniels, who looks after 5,000 vehicles, says he embraces new technology but continues to focus on the foundations of strong fleets – driver training and tyres.
Continue ReadingHankook service provider Tyrenet first tyre dealer network using CAM e-jobsheet
Tyrenet has become the first truck tyre dealer network to sign on with CAM International’s e-jobsheet. Tyrenet will utilise the open-access, digital tablet-based service work platform for truck, bus and van to improve the efficiency of its operations, which include exclusive service work for Hankook in the UK via the independent dealer network, Hankook Truck Masters.
Continue Reading‘Enjoy’ – off-road versatility from Rotalla
Contract tyre producer Enjoy Tyre is reportedly expanding its tyre programme throughout the UK and Europe. In light of this, company representatives report that the firm is now developing a 4×4/SUV range under the Rotalla label, which offers two distinctive pattern options – The RF 07 and RF 10. The Rotalla RF 07 is designed […]
Continue ReadingFalken Tyre partners with Rugby Super League
The First Utility Super League and Falken Tyre Europe have entered into a partnership that will see the Japanese tyre manufacturer become an official partner of the UK’s elite Rugby League competition. Falken Tyre Europe’s first association with Rugby League will initially see their branding at all major games with further exposure set to be […]
Continue ReadingKumho adds ‘lifestyle’ SUV tyre to 4×4 range
Kumho reports that the addition of the Crugen HP91 swells its “already comprehensive” range. While there are numerous Kumho 4x4 tyres to choose from, the majority of requirements will be covered by the new on-road offering and the cross-functional road venture patterns MT KL71 and AT KL78. Between them they cover everything from top end SUVs such as the Range Rover and BMW X5 to the Land Rover Defender.
Continue ReadingExol makes screen debut with TV’s John Sergeant
Exol Lubricants is hitting the small screen this month with an appearance on ITV’s prime time programme, Barging Round Britain with John Sergeant.
Continue ReadingBSI to attend NAB regional meeting
The National Association of Bodyshops (NAB) is pleased to announce the attendance of BSI at their North Regional Meeting at Cleckheaton Golf Club on Wednesday 4 March 2015.
Continue ReadingCooper: Off-road strength, on-road quality
Cooper Tires claims to have one of the strongest 4×4 tyre ranges out there, pointing to the fact that the company’s tyres are selected for applications including the Dakar Rally as evidence of this. Indeed Cooper says that the continued use of Cooper tyres by rally legends such as Xavi Foj underlines its presence as […]
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