Brands Archive
28 Sep 2016
Continental launches four new mining tyres
Continental is launching four new mining tyres at the 2016 MINExpo show. The new tyres, Continental UndergroundMaster, DrillMaster, DumperMaster, and ScoopMaster, are the latest addition to Continental’s portfolio of specialty tyres. “The tyres were specifically designed for the extreme conditions our customers are facing in the underground mining sector,” said Christian Luther, Product Line Manager
28 Sep 2016
Hankook extends MAN OE line up
Premium tyre maker Hankook is already listed as an OE supplier for MAN with 36 dimensions. At the 66th IAA for Commercial Vehicles, this week, the company will present 19 new dimensions of various Hankook truck tyre lines such as the e-cube MAX, SmartFlex and SmartWork series. The commercial vehicles specialist and the tyre maker
28 Sep 2016
Prepare now for winter motoring conditions – Michelin advises
Now is the time to prepare your car for the Winter conditions that lie ahead, tyre manufacturer Michelin advises. Against the backdrop of survey results conducted by them showing that sixty per cent of motorists drive with tyres that are underinflated, it is noted that, with normal tyres, low temperatures can harden the tread,
26 Sep 2016
Hankook to become Original Equipment supplier for Scania
Premium tyre maker Hankook is set to become an Original Equipment manufacturer to Scania. Scania is part of the Volkswagen Group, one of Hankook’s largest OE customers world-wide. Hankook’s OE business with truck tyres for Scania will focus on Europe and will initially cover 18 dimensions in the 22.5 inch range. The new OE cooperation
21 Sep 2016
Hankook presents ultra fuel-efficient e-cube Blue long-haul tyre family
Hankook has expanded its ultra-efficient and fuel-saving e-cube Blue trailer tyre line with new special steering and drive axle treads. The tyre maker is exhibiting a complete solution for long-haul traffic which have A-label markings for rolling resistance on all axle positions for the first time at the 66th IAA Commercial Vehicle Show. The new
21 Sep 2016
Michelin unveils new XDR3 tyre
One of the main challenges facing mine operators today is how to reduce the cost per tonne by improving operational efficiency, thus increasing profitability, but without compromising safety. With this in mind, tyre manufacturer Michelin has unveiled its new XDR3 tyres, designed for rigid dump trucks operating in surface mines. Available in 40.00 R
21 Sep 2016
KC53 tyres designed for large commercial vans
Kumho’s recently introduced KC53 tyre is primarily designed for the latest generation of large commercial vans and is gradually superseding the long-serving 857 in popular 15” and 16” sizes. The heavy-duty KC53 boasts a wide tread and stable block pattern ensuring outstanding dry handling, even in maximum load conditions. Broad cross-grooves provide precise steering in
21 Sep 2016
Continental launches new tyre information and management system for commercial fleets
Continental has launched “ContiConnect, a tyre information and management system for commercial fleets. ContiConnect monitors, analyses and reports tyre pressure and temperature for the entire fleet based on data collected by the proven ContiPressureCheck sensors. ContiConnect notifies the fleet manager and offers corrective measures if needed, for example through a Conti360° service partner. An online
21 Sep 2016
Bridgestone OE on Alfa Romeo Giulia
Owners of the new Alfa Romeo Giulia will leave European showrooms with an extra bonus this summer…they’ll drive out on Bridgestone’s Potenza S001 sport tyre with the added reassurance of Run-Flat Technology (RFT)! Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) signed up Bridgestone more than a year ago, looking for world-class original equipment for the company’s new flagship
20 Sep 2016
Continental set to exhibit tyres made from Dandelions
Continental is for the first time unveiling components and tyres for trucks and buses made from natural rubber derived from dandelion roots. At the forthcoming International Motor Show Commercial Vehicles, the technology company will be showcasing for the first time truck tyres made from this innovative and sustainable dandelion rubber: Conti EcoPlus HD3, which were
19 Sep 2016
Prospect Coaches rolls out Michelin policy
West Midlands-based Prospect Coaches has switched its fleet to a Michelin policy after the support it received from the tyre manufacturer’s technical team. Having fitted trial sets of Michelin X MultiWay 3D regional tyres, the coach company was so impressed with the Michelin team’s level of customer service that it switched manufacturers before performance data