Italmatic releases UK-made TPMS sensor
Italian TPMS specialist Italmatic, through its TPMSEuroShop division, has released a new programmable universal wireless TPMS sensor that is produced exclusively in the UK for the company by Schrader Electronics. The new italsensor, says Italmatic, provides a “European quality” alternative to sensors imported from the Far East.
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Global premiere for BKT Earthmax SR 31 at Bauma 2016
The brand new Earthmax SR 31, which BKT says has “just rolled off the production line,” will be put on display for the first time at this year’s Bauma show in Munich, Germany. The all-steel radial features multi-ply steel belts, and BKT says this gives the tyre “extraordinary strength and stability under [the] toughest operating conditions.” Other qualities the manufacturer attributes to the Earthmax SR 31 are excellent traction and manoeuvrability, along with good ride comfort.
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Budget tyres declared a “high risk” in GTÜ summer tyre test
As a way of introducing its 2016 summer tyre test, German vehicle inspection organisation GTÜ poses the question: Is expensive really better when purchasing tyres? To provide an answer, GTÜ – together with car magazine Auto Zeitung – evaluated 14 size 225/45 R 17 summer tyres that ranged in price between €210 and €430 per set. The test candidates included recent releases from Dunlop, Goodyear, Falken and GT Radial, as well as several products described as “budget tyres from the Far East.”
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Jim Smith, editor of Tire Review, dies
The editorial team at Tyres & Accessories/Tyrepress.com were saddened to learn of the recent passing of Jim Smith, editor of US tyre industry publication Tire Review. Smith, aged 58, died suddenly at the ‘Tire Industry Association OTR Conference’ in San Diego last week.
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Cooper Tire’s Roy Armes to retire
Roy V. Armes, chairman, chief executive officer and president of Cooper Tire & Rubber, has announced his intention to retire on 31 August 2016. According to the company’s succession plan, the Cooper Board of Directors will appoint incumbent chief operating officer Bradley E. Hughes to the roles of president and chief executive officer effective upon Armes’ retirement, and Hughes is also expected to join the Board of Directors at that time. Thomas P. Capo, who is now lead independent director, is expected to become the Board’s non-executive chairman upon Armes’ retirement.
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Yokohama winning more 4×4 OE tyre business
Lately Yokohama has been increasing its presence in the 4x4/SUV OE tyre segment, with more tyres selected by manufacturers for initial fitment. According to the company, there are 24 new additions to the Advan Sport V105 size line-up, such as 235/50R19, 275/45R21 and 275/40R22. Indeed, this large SUV-orientated tyre has been chosen as original equipment by Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche.
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CAM awarded Investors in People
CAM has been accredited with Investors in People (IIP) following a recent inspection. The standard recognises high quality customer service and support, high levels of staff retention, and a leading position and high penetration in its target sector.
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GfK: UK still amongst largest and fastest growing SUV tyre markets
The UK is still one of the largest and fastest growing 4x4/SUV tyre markets in Europe. In fact, according to the latest data compiled by market research specialists GfK Automotive, the UK is the second largest in Europe with sales of 1.157 million 4x4 tyres in 2015. Speaking with GfK Automotive account director Kevin Glynn, Tyres & Accessories learnt that only Italy’s annual sales of 1.4 million 4x4 tyres last year was bigger.
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Recall: Dunlop SportMaxx GT, size 255/40 ZR19 100Y XL
Goodyear Dunlop has recalled 1,084 Dunlop SportMaxx GT tyres. The recall affects size 255/40 ZR19 100Y XL summer car tyres produced in weeks 37 and 38 of 2015 and is taking place in order to ensure the return of 369 tyres that were manufactured using the wrong tread compound.
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Garmin satnavs for motorcycles feature Adventurous Routing, Spotify
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd., has introduced the new zūmo 345LM, 395LM and zūmo 595LM motorcycle satnavs. The rugged, weatherproof models offer Garmin Adventurous Routing so riders can select the level of twists and hills on every journey. The zūmo 345/395/595LM present innovative features specifically designed for motorcyclists with the introduction of rider alerts, helpful smart features, new streaming music options and much more.
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Titan announces Goodyear Optitorque agricultural tyre range
An all-new Goodyear agricultural tyre, the Optitorque, has been launched in the North American market. So far no word has been given on plans to market the Optitorque in Europe, however Titan International’s acquisition of the rights to distribute Goodyear agricultural tyres within the region makes its introduction over here a very real possibility.
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Hankook Tire refreshes its European web presence
Hankook Tire has relaunched its website for the UK and 11 other European markets. The reported aim of the redesigned hankooktire.com website is to cater to a growing demand for first-hand online information; in addition to providing details about products and offering a search function based on tyre size or vehicle type, the site includes an upgraded dealer locator tool that points motorists to their closest Hankook retailer by postcode or city.
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